ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) vs. ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) and ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA). 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 X543UA (DM1508T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

intuitive touchpad

adequate connectivity options

crisp audio output

average battery life

modest display resolution

limited graphics performance

slower HDD storage

ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

large 16-inch display

comfortable keyboard layout

decent processor performance

solid build quality

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) and ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA)
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) vs. ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.1 cm x 25.1 cm x 2.72 cm 35.87 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Star grey IMR with angle hairline Indie black
DISPLAY ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 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 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-reflective Anti-glare, 86% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 4417U / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 7530U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache - L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 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 1
STORAGE ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 610 AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speaker, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS AudioWizard Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA)
Technology 3-cell 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 33 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA)
Type Mouse, keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA)
Included Accessories Power adapter, carrying case, mouse Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password, ASUS IceCool design ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Cortana support, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus, AMD Ryzen AI
Compliant Standards - RoHS, REACH, ISO 22196, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution), ISO 21702
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - MB131W
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