ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) vs. Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) and Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51). 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 16X (K3605ZC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

sharp 16-inch display

lightweight design

ample storage options

good thermal management

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited color accuracy

mediocre webcam quality

Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

comfortable keyboard layout

decent battery life

solid build quality

affordable price point

average display quality

modest graphics performance

limited storage capacity

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) and Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
83 % - Design
86 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
75 % - Display
70 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) vs. Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.86 cm x 24.91 cm x 1.89 cm 35.89 cm x 26 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Plastic Polycarbonate, ABS plastic
Colour Cool silver Steel grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Screen Size (Type) 16" 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, IPS-level, 85% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 30 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12650H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 24 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Speaker, array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS Sound
Audio Features Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling Input: AI noise reduction
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 120 Watt, 20 V, 6 A 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, OceanGlass touchpad, 1.55mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
HDMI
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro
Software Included MyASUS, ScreenXpert, ProArt Creator Hub, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZC) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
- 100 %
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, HDD kit
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Cortana support, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Administrator password, system password, Acer Purified.Voice technology, Acer Dust Defender technology, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland TCO Certified 9.0
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 1.14 W/kg (head)
1.14 W/kg (body)
1.14 W/kg (limb)
Carbon Footprint - 385 kg carbon emissions
Max Operating Temperature 49 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -37 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 95% RH -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number N1097W TCO
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