ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) vs. ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) 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 TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

solid build quality

affordable price point

backlit keyboard feature

adequate cooling system

moderate battery life

heavyweight design

no thunderbolt support

limited display brightness

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 FX505GT (BQ023T) and ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
78 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) vs. ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
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
Case Material - Plastic
Colour - Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) 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)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD PCIe 3.0 x2 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
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 FX505GT (BQ023T) 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 FX505GT (BQ023T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Technology 3-cell 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 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 FX505GT (BQ023T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) 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
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - System password, ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS, REACH
SAR Value 0.05 W/kg (body), 0.05 W/kg (limb) -
Model Number - MB059W
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