ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF). 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 S14 (S433FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

lightweight design

adequate performance

average display

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

mediocre graphics performance

ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

lightweight design

fast SSD storage

powerful processor performance

good thermal management

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
70 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.49 cm x 21.35 cm x 1.59 cm 35.86 cm x 24.91 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, plastic
Colour Gaia green Cool silver
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features WideView, frameless bezel design, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, 86% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12450H
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
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 VRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Dual speakers, dual array microphone
Audio Features Smart Amp Output: ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 120 Watt, 20 V, 6 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features - ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards - RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification
Model Number EB450T N1009W
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