ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) vs. ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) and ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

expandable storage options

advanced thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

heavy and bulky

short battery life

high price point

limited port variety

ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large 16-inch display

efficient multitasking performance

comfortable keyboard layout

good connectivity options

reasonable price point

average battery life

modest graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) and ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
92 % - Performance
87 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) vs. ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.9 cm x 29.4 cm x 3.08 cm 35.86 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 3.1 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Black Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Screen Size (Type) 18" 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Features NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, IPS-level, 89% screen-to-body ratio -
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
CPU Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.6 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 24-core Dual-Core
Cache 36 MB 6 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 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 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Total Capacity 2 TB -
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
RAID Level RAID 0 -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 16 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
Sound Four speakers, array microphone Dual speakers
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features Output: Smart Amp; Input: AI noise cancelling Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 330 Watt, 20 V, 16.5 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB, 2mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (0 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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months) MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features System password, Aura Sync light bar, Aura Sync logo, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Aura Sync Rear Glow, ROG Nebula Display System password, ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification RoHS, REACH
Model Number N6005W MB059W
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