Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful processor performance

lightweight design

ample storage capacity

advanced graphics capabilities

higher price point

limited port selection

average battery life

noisy under load

ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

sharp display resolution

fast charging support

average build quality

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

mediocre speaker output

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra and ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
70 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra vs. ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.54 cm x 25.04 cm x 1.65 cm 35.87 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.79 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material Aluminum Plastic
Colour Graphite Transparent silver
DISPLAY Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - AMOLED 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1800 (WQXGA+) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 212 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 120% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Colour Support 16 million colours -
Features HDR 500 True Black, 0.2 ms response rate, Eye Caring, gaming performance Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 24 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 6000 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - HD
Camera Features Auto framing Privacy shutter
Sound AKG stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features Output: Smart Amp Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster
COMMUNICATIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
Technology - 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 100 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name Pro keyboard -
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Backlit Chiclet keyboard, 1.35mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
Slots SSD (1 free) -
Interfaces HDMI
USB 3.2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x Thunderbolt 4
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included Samsung Recovery Solution, Samsung Update, Samsung Settings, Samsung Gallery, Studio Plus, Samsung Flow, Live Wallpaper, Quick Search, Samsung Notes, Screen Recorder, Galaxy Book Smart Switch, Quick Share, Samsung Pass, Second Screen, Private Share, Galaxy Book Experience Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
Included Accessories 100W USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features - ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus
Compliant Standards IEC 61960 -
SAR Value 0.232 W/kg (limb), 0.232 W/kg (body) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
Model Number - MB116W
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