Samsung Galaxy Book3 Review

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

superb amoled display

lightweight design

powerful processor performance

efficient thermal management

fast charging support

higher price point

limited port selection

average webcam quality

noisy under load

ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large 16-inch display

efficient multitasking performance

comfortable keyboard layout

good connectivity options

reasonable price point

average battery life

modest graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Samsung Galaxy Book3 and ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Book3 vs. ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.66 cm x 22.91 cm x 1.54 cm 35.86 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.57 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material Aluminum Plastic
Colour Graphite Transparent silver
DISPLAY Samsung Galaxy Book3 ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 142 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Colour Support 16 million colours -
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Samsung Galaxy Book3 ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 6 MB
Features Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Samsung Galaxy Book3 ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
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 -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Samsung Galaxy Book3 ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Samsung Galaxy Book3 ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac
COMMUNICATIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Samsung Galaxy Book3 ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 54 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hour(s) -
AC ADAPTER Samsung Galaxy Book3 ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Samsung Galaxy Book3 ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name Pro keyboard -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features - Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book3 ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Slots 2 x SSD (1 free) -
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB-C
2 x USB 3.2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Samsung Galaxy Book3 ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included Samsung Recovery Solution, McAfee LiveSafe (Trial), Samsung Update, Samsung Settings, Samsung Gallery, Studio Plus, Samsung Flow, Live Wallpaper, Quick Search, Samsung Notes, Galaxy Book Smart Switch, Quick Share, Samsung Pass, Second Screen, Private Share, Galaxy Book Experience MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Samsung Galaxy Book3 ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Included Accessories 45W USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - System password, ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards IEC 61960 RoHS, REACH
SAR Value 0.44 W/kg (body), 0.44 W/kg (limb) -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) 0.44 W/kg (body)
0.44 W/kg (limb)
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Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
Model Number - MB059W
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