ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (M7600RE) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)

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Detailed comparison and review of ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (M7600RE) and Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (M7600RE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (M7600RE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning oled display

powerful ryzen processor

ample storage options

premium build quality

good thermal management

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited port selection

high price point

Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

powerful AMD processor

high-resolution display

good battery life

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

limited color options

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (M7600RE) and Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
83 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (M7600RE) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (M7600RE) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.05 cm x 25.9 cm x 1.89 cm 35.44 cm x 23.74 cm x 1.58 cm
Weight 2 kg 1.94 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour 0°black Black (bottom), arctic grey (top)
DISPLAY ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (M7600RE) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Screen Size (Type) 16" OLED 16" OLED
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2400 (4K) 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 550 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support 1.07 billion colours -
Features Glossy, NanoEdge display, Delta E<2 calibration, Pantone Validated, HDR 500 True Black, 86% screen-to-body ratio, Dolby Vision, 0.2 ms response rate Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, Low Blue Light technology, Dolby Vision, 175° viewing angle, 92.3% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (M7600RE) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 6800H / 3.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850H / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (M7600RE) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 6400 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
STORAGE ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (M7600RE) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (M7600RE) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / AMD Radeon 680M AMD Radeon 680M
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter Windows Hello, fixed focus, e-camera shutter, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: Smart Amplification technology Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (M7600RE) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Qualcomm NFA725A
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (M7600RE) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 96 Wh 72 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (M7600RE) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A 135 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (M7600RE) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, ASUS ErgoSense Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (M7600RE) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (0 free) -
Interfaces Micro-HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 4.0 Gen 3/DisplayPort (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (M7600RE) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro
Software Included ASUS Splendid, ASUS Live Update, MyASUS, ProArt Creator Hub, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (M7600RE) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS IceCool Plus Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, SGS Eye Care Display Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Model Number L2027W -
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