ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA). 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 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 (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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.49 cm x 21.35 cm x 1.59 cm 35.84 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Gaia green Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
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. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features WideView, frameless bezel design, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, 86% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 5800H
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache - L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is 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 - 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
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 (M1603QA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Dual speakers, microphone
Audio Features Smart Amp Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
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 (M1603QA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
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 (M1603QA)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features - ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards - RoHS, REACH, Energy Star 8.0
Model Number EB450T MB156W
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