ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA). 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 ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

powerful amd processor

full hd nanoedge display

comfortable backlit keyboard

decent battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited port selection

average sound quality

reflective screen surface

ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive battery life

lightweight design

affordable price point

sharp display quality

fast charging support

moderate storage capacity

average speaker quality

no dedicated GPU

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
82 % - Design
78 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 19.9 cm x 1.69 cm 35.86 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.15 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Light grey Silver
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 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 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, 86% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 4700U / 2 GHz Intel Core i3 (12th Gen) 1220P / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 10-core
Cache - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz -
Rated Speed 4266 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce MX350 / AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Dual speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours -
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 19 V
INPUT ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard, glass touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
USB 2.0
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 ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, ErgoLift ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards - RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution), Energy Star 8.0
SAR Value 0.233 W/kg (body), 0.233 W/kg (limb) -
Model Number A5044T MB157W
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