ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603VI)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603VI). 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 VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid state drive

full hd display

ample connectivity options

average battery life

modest graphics performance

limited upgradeability

no thunderbolt support

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603VI) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603VI) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

compact, lightweight design

advanced cooling system

good battery life

expensive price point

limited port selection

noisy under load

average webcam quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603VI)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
70 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
82 % - Design
84 % - Display
91 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603VI) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603VI)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.97 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.99 cm 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 2.23 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 2 kg
Colour Quiet blue Eclipse grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603VI)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 82% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision, 94% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603VI)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 4800H / 2.9 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 14-core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 24 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603VI)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603VI)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603VI)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Dual stereo speakers, microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Input: AI noise cancelling Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603VI)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603VI)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603VI)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603VI)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603VI)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
LAN
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603VI)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home in S mode Windows 11 Home
Software Included MyASUS -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603VI)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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 Administrator password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, ErgoLift, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Arc Flow Fans, ROG Nebula Display
Compliant Standards UL 1459, FCC Part 15 Class B, EU RoHS, EU REACH -
Model Number BQ140W N4015W
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