ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) 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 (X1500EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

lightweight design

solid state drive included

decent battery life

full hd display

average cpu performance

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

basic audio 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 (X1500EA) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm 35.5 cm x 25.2 cm x 2.68 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 48.1 cm x 28.8 cm x 6.5 cm / 3.16 kg -
Weight 1.8 kg 2.2 kg
Colour Indie black Off black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) 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 200 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 83% screen-to-body ratio Narrow-bezel design, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 7505 / 2 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4.75 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 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 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD 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 - VGA Yes - 720p
Sound Speaker, microphone Speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling Output: Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) 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 (X1500EA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard, 1-zone white backlit, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Slots 1 x Serial ATA (1 free) 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 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 (X1500EA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home in S mode Windows 11 Home
Software Included MyASUS, GlideX -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
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 Cortana support MIL-STD-810H tested, Arc Flow Fans, 0dB Ambient Cooling
Model Number EJ2670W N3083W
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