ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) 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 S UX391UA (ET053R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

ample storage options

good graphic capabilities

average battery life

dim display brightness

limited viewing angles

no backlit keyboard

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 S UX391UA (ET053R) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.1 cm x 21.3 cm x 1.29 cm 35.86 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1 kg 1.88 kg
Colour Deep dive blue Silver
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 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
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, 86% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i3 (12th Gen) 1220P / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD 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 ASUS SonicMaster Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Technology 4-cell 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V 19 V
INPUT ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery/data/video)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery/data/video)
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features - 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
Model Number - MB157W
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