ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA). 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 VivoBook 14 (A416JA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

affordable price point

decent battery life

solid build quality

fast boot-up speed

average display quality

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer USB-C ports

ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large screen size

affordable price point

comfortable keyboard layout

decent processor performance

solid build quality

average battery life

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

mediocre graphics capability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
82 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.54 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.99 cm 40.6 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material Plastic Plastic
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom) Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Vega 8
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 32 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, carrying case
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password System password, ErgoLift
SAR Value - 0.297 W/kg (body), 0.297 W/kg (limb)
Repairability Index 6.6 (out of 10) 6.3 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number EK382TS AU078T
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