ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS). 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 (M1502YA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid performance

good battery life

fast charging support

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

plastic build quality

ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

high refresh rate display

durable military-grade build

efficient thermal management

competitive price point

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited color accuracy

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
69 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.97 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.99 cm 35.5 cm x 25.2 cm x 2.68 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Cool silver Off black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 82% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level Narrow-bezel design, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 7730U / 2 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.75 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache 16 MB L3 - 16 MB
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon RX 7600S / AMD Radeon 680M
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - AMD Smart Shift Technology
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology -
Sound Speakers, array microphone Speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: ASUS SonicMaster Output: Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Precision touchpad, chiclet keyboard, 1.35mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense Chiclet keyboard, 1-zone white backlit, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Slots - 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 (1 month trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502YA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus MIL-STD-810H tested, Arc Flow Fans, 0dB Ambient Cooling
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) -
Model Number BQ165W N3083W
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