ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (HN484T) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (HN484T) 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 TUF Gaming FX505DT (HN484T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (HN484T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high refresh rate display

durable military-grade construction

affordable gaming option

decent audio quality

average battery life

heavyweight design

no thunderbolt support

limited storage capacity

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 TUF Gaming FX505DT (HN484T) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
75 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (HN484T) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (HN484T) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.04 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.68 cm 35.86 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.88 kg
Colour Gold steel Silver
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (HN484T) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
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 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, 86% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (HN484T) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3550H / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (12th Gen) 1220P / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (HN484T) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (HN484T) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (HN484T) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Dual speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards DTS Headphone:X -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (HN484T) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (HN484T) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (HN484T) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A 19 V
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (HN484T) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Overstroke technologie Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (HN484T) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
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 FX505DT (HN484T) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), DTS Headphone X, Armoury Crate -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (HN484T) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Included Accessories Power adapter, palm rest label 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 MIL-STD-810G tested, ASUS Aura Sync technology, anti-dust cooling system, HyperCool thermal system 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
SAR Value 0.1 W/kg (body), 0.1 W/kg (limb) -
Model Number - MB157W
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