ASUS VivoBook S 15 OLED (K3502ZA) vs. ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S 15 OLED (K3502ZA) and ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA). 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 S 15 OLED (K3502ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S 15 OLED (K3502ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

lightweight design

fast ssd storage

good processor performance

competitive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

basic audio quality

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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S 15 OLED (K3502ZA) and ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S 15 OLED (K3502ZA) vs. ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S 15 OLED (K3502ZA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.98 cm x 23.29 cm x 1.89 cm 35.86 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Neutral grey Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S 15 OLED (K3502ZA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" OLED 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Colour Support 1.07 billion colours -
Features Glossy, NanoEdge display, Pantone Validated, 84% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, HDR 600 True Black -
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S 15 OLED (K3502ZA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core Dual-Core
Cache 24 MB 6 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S 15 OLED (K3502ZA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S 15 OLED (K3502ZA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S 15 OLED (K3502ZA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Dual speakers
Audio Features Output: Smart Amp; Input: noise-cancellation technology Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S 15 OLED (K3502ZA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S 15 OLED (K3502ZA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 70 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S 15 OLED (K3502ZA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 90 Watt, 20 V, 4.5 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S 15 OLED (K3502ZA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S 15 OLED (K3502ZA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S 15 OLED (K3502ZA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S 15 OLED (K3502ZA) ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features System password, ASUS IceCool design, antibacterial, Amazon Alexa Voice Assistant System password, ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, SGS Eye Care Display Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) RoHS, REACH
Model Number L1058W MB059W
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