Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient amd processor

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard layout

affordable price point

decent battery life

average display quality

limited upgradeability

no thunderbolt support

mediocre speaker performance

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 Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.667 cm x 23.313 cm x 1.69 cm 35.86 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.85 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) -
Colour Abyss blue | Cloud grey Silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 16"
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 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, 86% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5625U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (12th Gen) 1220P / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.3 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features Input: noise-cancellation technology Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.7 hours -
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 16.7 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 19 V
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
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 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Hall sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution), Energy Star 8.0
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - MB157W
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