ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (AL014T) vs. ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (AL014T) and ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA). 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 FX505DV (AL014T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (AL014T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high refresh rate display

durable military-grade build

efficient cooling system

affordable gaming option

heavyweight design

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

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 FX505DV (AL014T) and ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (AL014T) vs. ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (AL014T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.6 cm 35.86 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Black | Stealth black Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (AL014T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 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, 170° viewing angle -
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (AL014T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 3750H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (AL014T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
RAM 16 GB (2 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 0 0
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (AL014T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (AL014T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / AMD Radeon RX Vega 10 Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Dual speakers
Compliant Standards DTS Headphone:X -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (AL014T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
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 FX505DV (AL014T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (AL014T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (AL014T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (AL014T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
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 FX505DV (AL014T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (AL014T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Included Accessories Power adapter, palm rest label 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 HyperCool thermal system System password, ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS, REACH
SAR Value 0.1 W/kg (body), 0.1 W/kg (limb) -
Model Number - MB059W
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