ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JV) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JV) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust cooling system

RGB keyboard lighting

good audio quality

heavy and bulky

short battery life

expensive price point

limited port selection

ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive battery life

lightweight design

affordable price point

sharp display quality

fast charging support

moderate storage capacity

average speaker quality

no dedicated GPU

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JV) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JV) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JV) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.4 cm x 26.4 cm x 3.04 cm 35.86 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.5 kg 1.88 kg
Colour Eclipse grey Silver
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JV) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 16" 16"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), 7 ms response rate, IPS-level, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, 86% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JV) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 13450HX Intel Core i3 (12th Gen) 1220P / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 10-core
Cache 20 MB 12 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JV) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz -
Rated Speed 4800 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JV) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JV) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Sound Speakers, array microphone Dual speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features Output: Smart Amp; Input: AI noise cancelling Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JV) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JV) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JV) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 280 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 19 V
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JV) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard, 4-Zone RGB backlight Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JV) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (1 free) -
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JV) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JV) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Aura Sync Rear Glow ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards - RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution), Energy Star 8.0
Model Number N3106W MB157W
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