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Updated June 22, 2024·

For a balance of performance and portability with a focus on engineering tasks, the ASUS Vivobook 16X is a strong contender. It offers a larger screen with a resolution well-suited for detailed work, and its dedicated Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU will handle demanding graphics tasks with ease. The higher PPI and better color coverage also make it ideal for tasks that require color accuracy. However, it's heavier and has a shorter battery life compared to the Surface Laptop, which might be a drawback if you need to work on the go for extended periods. On the other hand, the Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 15" shines in terms of portability and battery life, making it an excellent choice for professionals who are always on the move. Its touchscreen and higher brightness enhance usability and visibility in various lighting conditions. The Surface Laptop also comes with Windows 11 Pro, which may offer better security and management features for business users. However, its Intel Arc GPU is less powerful than the ASUS's RTX 4060, which means it might struggle with intensive 3D rendering or machine learning tasks. In summary, if you prioritize performance for graphics-intensive tasks and don't mind a bit of extra weight, the ASUS Vivobook 16X is the way to go. But if you value a lighter, longer-lasting device with a touchscreen for general productivity and business features, the Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 15" is the better choice. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16X
  • Very good for engineering and design
  • Good for gaming and AI
  • Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 15"
  • Very good overall display quality
  • Good battery life

Key differences

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Gaming and AI

7.7
Vivobook 16X
Surface Laptop 6 15"
6.6
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2496 x 1664
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 15" is only fair.

Screen Quality

7.3
Vivobook 16X
Surface Laptop 6 15"
8.1
16.0in
SIZE
15.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2496 x 1664
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 15" has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 16X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.

Battery

5.0 Hours
Vivobook 16X
Surface Laptop 6 15"
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has 5 hours of battery life. The Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 15" has 9 hours of battery life.

Cost

$1,100
Vivobook 16X
Surface Laptop 6 15"
$1,200
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$400

$600

$800

$1,000

$1,200

$1,400

$1,600

$1,800

The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a price of $1,100 and the Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 15" costs $1,200.
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Key similarities

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General Use

7.6
Vivobook 16X
Surface Laptop 6 15"
7.7
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2496 x 1664
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 15" and ASUS Vivobook 16X are both good for general use.

Engineering and Design

8.2
Vivobook 16X
Surface Laptop 6 15"
7.8
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook 16X to be very good for engineering and design, while the Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 15" is good.

Content Creation

7.7
Vivobook 16X
Surface Laptop 6 15"
7.8
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2496 x 1664
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 15" and ASUS Vivobook 16X are both good for content creation.

Software Development

7.4
Vivobook 16X
Surface Laptop 6 15"
7.8
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2496 x 1664
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 15" and ASUS Vivobook 16X are both good for software development.

Portability

Good
Vivobook 16X
Surface Laptop 6 15"
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.0in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 15" and ASUS Vivobook 16X both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.

Build Quality

7.0
Vivobook 16X
Surface Laptop 6 15"
7.4
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 15" and ASUS Vivobook 16X both have good build quality.

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How the ASUS Vivobook 16X and the Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 15" compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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ASUS Vivobook 16XMicrosoft Surface Laptop 6 15"
ASUS Vivobook 16XMicrosoft Surface Laptop 6 15"

GENERAL

Price
$1,100
$1,200
Release Date
May 1, 2023June 1, 2024
Overall Dimensions
14.1'' x 9.8'' x 0.74''13.4'' x 9.6'' x 0.67''
Weight
4.25 lbs3.7 lbs
Width
14.12"13.39"
Depth
9.81"9.61"

INTERNAL

Processor
Intel i7-13700HIntel Core Ultra 7 165H
RAM
16 GB16 GB
DDR Memory Version
45
RAM Slots
00
Storage
512 GB256 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
5 Hours9 Hours
Battery Capacity
70 Wh47 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
16"15"
Display Technology
IPSIPS
Resolution
1920 x 12002496 x 1664
Refresh Rate
120Hz120Hz
Display Brightness
300 nits400 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
7/107.4/10
Portability Score
7.5/107.9/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
NoNo
Premium Business Laptop
NoYes
Fan Noise Score
7.5/108/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
7.5/107/10
Speaker Quality Score
9.5/108/10
Webcam
720p1080p
Fingerprint Reader
YesYes
Backlit Keyboard
YesYes
Number Pad
YesNo

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
21
USB-C ports
13
USB-C Charging
YesYes
Display Outputs
21
Thunderbolt Version
44

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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."

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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 Microsoft

Microsoft is an American technology corporation. Microsoft is best known for their Windows operating system and Surface laptop series. The Surface Laptop is their standard notebook offering, while their Surface Go, Surface Pro, and Surface Studio are their 2-in-1/tablet offerings in order of increasing capability. Although Microsoft charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a well integrated and packaged device since Microsoft develops the Windows operating system.

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