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ASUS Vivobook 16 X1605VA
A entry-level pick in the laptops line-up, with 16 in up front.
52/100
16 inIntel Core 7-150U16 GBIPS1920x120016:10
£567best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Backlit keyboard
- Above-average cpu max clock
- Below-average ram
Score profile
Scored against the laptops classWhere the ASUS Vivobook 16 X1605VA wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Screen size16 "
Panel typeIPS
Resolution1920
Aspect ratio16
Design and build
Weight1.88 kg
Performance
CPUIntel Core 7-150U
CPU cores10
CPU max clock5.4 GHz
Memory and storage
RAM16 GB
Storage typePCIe SSD
Keyboard and biometrics
Backlit keyboardYes
Software
Operating systemWindows 11
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowASUS Vivobook 16 X1605VA vs Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1
ASUS Vivobook 16 X1605VALenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1
| ASUSASUS Vivobook 16 X1605VAThis page | LenovoLenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52 /100Better | 51 /100 |
| Size | 16 " | 14 " |
| Weight | 1.88 kg | 0 kgBetter |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| CPU | Intel Core 7-150U | Core i7-10510U |
Who it's for
Is the ASUS Vivobook 16 X1605VA right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable laptop for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier laptop is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the ASUS Vivobook 16 X1605VA worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 52/100 against other laptops, a entry-level result where the class average is around 45.
What stands out on the ASUS Vivobook 16 X1605VA?
Its backlit keyboard stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the ASUS Vivobook 16 M1607KA?
The ASUS Vivobook 16 M1607KA scores 54/100 versus this one at 52/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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