ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RW) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RW) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA). 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 A17 (FA707RW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high refresh rate screen

durable military-grade build

efficient cooling system

spacious storage options

heavyweight design

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited color accuracy

ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

large 16-inch display

solid processor performance

decent battery life

average build quality

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

mediocre speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RW) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RW) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RW) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.5 cm x 26.4 cm x 2.54 cm 35.84 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour - Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RW) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 16"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, FreeSync Technology, Adaptive-Sync technology, narrow-bezel design, IPS-level, 83% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare, 86% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RW) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 6800H / 3.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 5800H
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 16 MB
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RW) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
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 TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RW) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RW) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti / AMD Radeon 680M AMD Radeon Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch -
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: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RW) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
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 A17 (FA707RW) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RW) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RW) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1 RGB zone, 1.7mm travel distance, ASUS Overstroke technology Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RW) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (1 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
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 TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RW) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RW) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Arc Flow Fans ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards CTR 21, UL 1459, FCC Part 15 Class B, JIS C 0950, EU RoHS, EU REACH RoHS, REACH, Energy Star 8.0
Model Number HX027W MB156W
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