Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) 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 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 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
70 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.8 cm x 29.26 cm x 2.49 cm 35.86 cm x 24.91 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 2.8 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum, plastic
Colour Onyx black Cool silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - TN 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (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 200 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 100% sRGB
Features Glare Anti-glare, 86% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7100U / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12450H
Max Turbo Speed - 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache 3 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 VRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Dual speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A 120 Watt, 20 V, 6 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
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 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number 17IKB 80XM N1009W
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