ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) vs. ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) and ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF). 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 (X1603ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive battery life

lightweight design

affordable price point

sharp display quality

fast charging support

moderate storage capacity

average speaker quality

no dedicated GPU

limited color options

ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

lightweight and portable

vivid oled display

fast ssd storage

competitive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

standard design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) and ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
80 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) vs. ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.86 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm 31.71 cm x 22.25 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.88 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material - Aluminum
Colour Silver Cool silver
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Screen Size (Type) 16" 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 86% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level Glossy
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
CPU Intel Core i3 (12th Gen) 1220P / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12450H / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 8-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology Privacy shutter
Sound Dual speakers, microphone Dual speakers, microphone
Audio Features Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 19 V 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Interfaces HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MyASUS, ScreenXpert, GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, wired mouse, Carry bag
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution), Energy Star 8.0 RoHS, REACH
Model Number MB157W LY134W
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