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Updated January 10, 2024·
The choice between the ASUS Vivobook 16X and the Razer Blade 14 hinges on balancing cost, performance needs, and portability. If you prefer saving money, the Vivobook offers value at a lower price while still delivering powerful performance with a larger screen, making it suitable for both general use and demanding tasks like engineering and moderate gaming. However, its portability and battery life are not as impressive. On the other hand, the Razer Blade 14 is a premium choice that prioritizes portability with a more compact size, excellent battery life, and a high-quality display with sharper visuals suitable for intense gaming, detailed work, and general use, but it comes at a higher cost. Both have the same RAM and powerful graphics suitable for 3D rendering and machine learning tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16X
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Razer Blade 14 (2023)
- Very good for general use
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.7
8.4
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is good for gaming and 3D tasks because it has a capable GPU and a decent screen refresh rate, which are very important for smooth visuals in games and 3D applications. The Razer Blade 14 (2023) is considered very good for the same tasks due to a more advanced GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, providing superior image quality and fluidity in fast-paced scenarios.
Software Development
7.4
7.9
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) and ASUS Vivobook 16X are both good for software development, though the Razer Blade 14 (2023) is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
7.3
8.9
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
560.0 nits
The Razer Blade 14 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 16X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize vivid and accurate colors for tasks like photo editing or graphic design, the ASUS Vivobook 16X has a good display with respectable color coverage that's suitable for engineering and design work, although it doesn't excel in gaming due to its lower refresh rate. The Razer Blade 14, on the other hand, offers a higher quality screen with better color reproduction and brightness, making it a more premium choice for engineering and general use. However, gamers might find the Razer's display less appealing because, despite its excellent resolution and panel quality, it doesn't provide the high refresh rates needed for smooth and responsive gameplay.
Build Quality
7.0
8.5
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) has very good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,200
$1,995
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a price of $1,200 and the Razer Blade 14 (2023) costs $1,995.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
8.1
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
560.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Blade 14 (2023) to be very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X offers good general performance with a solid processor, adequate memory, and a large screen suitable for productivity, but it is slightly heavier and has shorter battery life, making it less portable than some alternatives.
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.7
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) and ASUS Vivobook 16X are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X, with a capable Intel CPU, ample RAM, a strong Nvidia GPU, and a decent IPS screen, holds its ground in engineering and design use, yet the Razer Blade 14 pushes ahead with a more powerful AMD CPU, a higher resolution screen, and improved portability, making it a better choice for demanding tasks while being easier to carry around. Although the Vivobook has a solid build and a very good speaker system, the Razer Blade excels in its keyboard quality and manages heat more effectively, which benefits long, intensive work sessions.
Content Creation
7.7
8.2
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Blade 14 (2023) to be very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Battery
5.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has 5 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 14 has 6 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Blade 14 (2023) to have very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X has good portability.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 16X and the Razer Blade 14 (2023) compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Vivobook 16X | Razer Blade 14 (2023) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,200 | $1,995 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | June 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.8'' x 0.74'' | 12.2'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.25 lbs | 4.05 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.12" | 12.23" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.81" | 8.97" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 68.1 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 300 nits | 560 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Kok Kee | February 2023
"I think the ASUS Vivobook 16X is fantastic. Great performance, decent battery life, good keyboard and trackpad, and a massive screen – just that the screen quality itself is kinda subpar. If you’re okay with the screen, then I think this is an okay laptop. However, I’d like to see a price drop."
Razer Blade 14 (2023)
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Allen Ngo | May 2022
"After making a huge splash with the original 2021 model, it's expected that the 2022 refresh would be more of a minor update to an already impressive machine. It adds a higher resolution webcam (720p to 1080p), faster CPU (Ryzen 9 5900HX to Ryzen 9 6900HX), faster GPU (RTX 3070/3080 to 3070/3080 Ti), faster RAM (DDR4-3200 to DDR5-4800), faster M.2 SSD support (PCIe3 x4 to PCIe4 x4), newer WLAN module (Killer AX1690i to Qualcomm WCN685x), and a MUX switch for the new integrated Radeon 680M GPU. It's indubitably an upgrade especially in terms of single-thread processor performance."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
About Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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