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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you value high screen resolution and vibrant colors for creative work, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X with its OLED display is a great choice, but it has a shorter battery life. Conversely, if you require longer battery life and more RAM for multitasking and intensive tasks like engineering simulations, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 would be better suited, though it offers a lower screen resolution. The Zenbook Pro 16X is slightly heavier and has better gaming capabilities with hardware ray tracing, but the Zenbook Pro 17 offers a larger screen for those who prefer a bigger display for productivity. Both have substantial storage and similar port offerings. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17
- The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X.
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.5
6.9
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.1/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and Zenbook Pro 17 are both well-suited for gaming and 3D tasks primarily because they come equipped with high-performance GPUs and high refresh rate screens, which are crucial for rendering graphics quickly and smoothly. The robust CPUs and superior screen quality found in these models also contribute to their capabilities by supporting the demanding processing needs of games and 3D applications while providing a visually rich experience.
Engineering and Design
8.6
8.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 are both very good for engineering and design, though the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is somewhat better.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X stands out for engineering and design use due to its high-resolution OLED screen and powerful Intel CPU coupled with an Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, which provide exceptional screen quality and performance for intensive tasks.
Screen Quality
8.3
7.2
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
354.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Zenbook Pro 16X's superior resolution, panel type, and brightness provide crisp and vibrant visuals, while the Zenbook Pro 17, with slightly lower specs in these areas, still offers a pleasing display but isn't as exceptional. In engineering and design, the Pro 16X excels with its wider color gamuts ensuring accuracy for professional tasks, outpacing the still respectable color range of the Pro 17. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the refresh rate is critical for smooth motion and responsiveness; in this case, both laptops fall short, potentially leading to less fluid graphics and slower response times.
Battery
7.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has 7 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has 9 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.
Cost
$1,300
$1,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a price of $1,300 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 costs $1,500.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.3
8.3
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
354.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X excels in general use thanks to its high-quality OLED screen, powerful Intel CPU, and ample RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and vivid visuals; however, it's less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17, which also offers excellent CPU performance with more RAM, a larger IPS screen with impressive color accuracy for general tasks, and a longer battery life, making it better for extended use away from power sources. Both laptops provide large storage capacities and top-notch build quality, with the Zenbook Pro 16X featuring superior GPUs suitable for more graphic-intensive tasks, while the Pro 17 balances performance with better portability and battery longevity.
Content Creation
8.5
8.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 are both very good for content creation.
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
8.2
7.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X to be very good for software development, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is good.
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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
5.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
7.2
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X | ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $1,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | June 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | 15.6'' x 10.2'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.29 lbs | 5.18 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 15.55" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 10.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 96 Wh | 76 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 354 nits | 400 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Marc Herter, Alex Wätzel | November 2023
"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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