ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) vs. ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) and ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

durable military-grade construction

fast 144hz refresh rate

efficient cooling system

decent battery life

heavy build

no thunderbolt support

average color accuracy

limited viewing angles

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 TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) and ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) vs. ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.4 cm x 25.1 cm x 2.49 cm 35.86 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 42.6 cm x 30.6 cm x 1.04 cm / 3.84 kg -
Weight 2.2 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Mecha grey Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 300 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 75.35% Adobe RGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, IPS-level -
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 6800H Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Dual-Core
Cache 16 MB 6 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 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 1 0
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 / AMD Radeon 680M Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA DLSS, Ray tracing cores Gen2 -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Speaker, array microphone Dual speakers
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard, marked WASD, 1 RGB zone, 1.7mm travel distance, ASUS Overstroke technology Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (1 free) -
Interfaces LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI 2.0b
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features ASUS Aura Sync technology, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Arc Flow Fans System password, ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS, REACH
Model Number HF013X MB059W
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