If you prioritize performance for engineering tasks or creative work like 3D rendering and machine learning, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X with its more powerful processor and graphics card is a better choice. It also has a superior, high-resolution OLED touchscreen which is great for color-sensitive work. However, it's more expensive and slightly less portable. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook 17 is more budget-friendly, offers a larger screen, and is lighter, making it more suitable for general use and easier to carry around, but it doesn't match the Zenbook's performance for intensive tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 17
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X.
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
8.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
263.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
354.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a more basic CPU and half the RAM of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X, factors which make it less capable for demanding tasks; furthermore, its screen quality, with a lower resolution and color space coverage compared to the Zenbook Pro 16X's superior OLED display, is less vibrant and sharp. While the Vivobook is lighter and thus more portable, the Zenbook Pro 16X has a much longer battery life, making it not only a better performer for general use but also suitable for more extended use away from a power source.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
7.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
9.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 provides a fair gaming experience with its integrated Intel graphics and standard screen refresh rate, which might not handle high-end gaming requirements well. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X offers better performance for gaming and 3D applications due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card and higher quality OLED display, though both laptops have the same screen refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
8.6/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is fair for engineering and design use because it has an entry-level CPU, less RAM, and integrated graphics, which are basic for rendering and computational tasks, while its IPS screen provides decent quality. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for demanding workflows because it offers a high-end CPU, more RAM, a dedicated GPU for complex graphics processing, and an OLED screen with superior color accuracy and sharpness.
Content Creation
7.0/10
8.5/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 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.
Software Development
6.9/10
8.2/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair.
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
6.2/10
8.3/10
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
263.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
354.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 offers a balance in screen quality suitable for everyday tasks and engineering work, with ample resolution and brightness, but its limited color gamut holds it back in design fields where precise color reproduction is key. Conversely, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X boasts a higher resolution and wider color gamut, making it excellent for both general use and professional design work, ensuring sharp images and accurate colors. However, both models have lower refresh rates, which may not deliver the smooth visuals desired by gamers and professionals in 3D modeling, where fluid motion is crucial.
Build Quality
6.5/10
7.6/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$429
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a price of $429 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X costs $1,300.
"The ASUS Vivobook 17 is an affordable 17-inch laptop with passive cooling. On one hand, you get a really quiet and cool work device with a good system performance, many connections, good maintenance options, speakers acceptable for multimedia enjoyment, and a sharp and clear matte FHD IPS display with the Asus VivoBook 17 (F712JA). On the other hand, the USB-C port lacks Power Delivery and DisplayPort, and the display, a higher brightness and better color space coverage."
"The new Zenbook Pro 16X is more powerful, quieter and doesn't need to shy away from dedicated workstations and gamers. It is also comparatively compact, and our test device is the best Zenbook that we've reviewed so far. It seems equally suitable for content creators and gamers or anyone looking for a very powerful laptop that is still slim."
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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.
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