ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) and ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA). 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 16X (M1603QA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

large 16-inch display

solid processor performance

decent battery life

average build quality

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

mediocre speaker quality

ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

impressive oled display

fast performance specs

robust security features

long battery life

higher price point

limited graphics power

no ethernet port

scarce color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) and ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
87 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.84 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.99 cm 31.1 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.57 cm
Weight 1.88 kg 990 g
Case Material Plastic Magnesium-lithium alloy
Colour Transparent silver Star black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Screen Size (Type) 16" 14" OLED
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 2880 x 1800 (WQXGA+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 90 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 86% screen-to-body ratio 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 5800H Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
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 16X (M1603QA) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Dual speakers, microphone Dual speakers, array microphone
Audio Features Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling Output: Smart Amp; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 63 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad 2.0
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4 / SATA) (1 free)
Interfaces HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Micro-HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro
Software Included MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial) McAfee, MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, Micro HDMI to LAN adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Smart Cooling Technology, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, Energy Star 8.0 RoHS, REACH, Energy Star 8.0, FSC Mix
Model Number MB156W KMi711X
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