ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) and ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI). 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 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

ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust thermal management

customizable rgb lighting

ample storage options

heavy and bulky

short battery life

high price point

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) and ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.86 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm 39.9 cm x 29.4 cm x 3.08 cm
Weight 1.88 kg 3 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Transparent silver Eclipse grey
DISPLAY ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 18"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features - Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision, 89% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
CPU Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 24-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 36 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (2 x 16 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 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 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 16 (X1605EA) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, NVIDIA DLSS 3, NVIDIA Studio
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Dual speakers Speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac Output: Smart Amp, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface - Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
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 16 (X1605EA) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB, 1.9mm travel distance, ASUS Overstroke technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
LAN
SOFTWARE ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial) Armoury Crate, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months), Aura Creator, NVIDIA Studio drivers, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features System password, ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, BIOS protection, ROG Intelligent Cooling, ROG Nebula Display, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut Extreme, 0dB Ambient Cooling
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Model Number MB059W N6070W
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