ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605, 2023)

Gifng scores
Gifng score39
Performance29
Battery52
Display39
Portability & build52
Graphics11
Memory & storage44
Features46
Price
Best price today₹58,000
Usual price₹61,400
Launch price—
Starting version
ProcessorIntel Core i3-1215U
GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen)
Memory (RAM)8 GB
Storage512 GB
Screen
Size16"
PanelIPS, 1920x1200
Refresh rate60 Hz
Brightness300 nits
Battery
Battery42 Wh
Battery test10.5 h (LaptopMedia web browsing (X1605, 12th Gen Intel version))
Charger45 W
Build
Weight1.88 kg
Thickness19.9 mm
Versions sold7
Materialplastic
Keyboard & more
KeyboardBacklit, number pad
Webcam720p with privacy shutter
Speakersdual, bottom-firing
Connections
Ports1× USB-C, 3× USB-A, HDMI 1.4, 3.5 mm audio
Wi-Fi / BluetoothWi-Fi 6
Other
CoolingNo review covered fan noise or temperatures in detail; LaptopMedia says the 45 W charger holds the U-series chip back a little
Warranty1 year
ColoursCool Silver, Indie Black, Transparent Silver
What reviewers say
Pros
  • Big 16:10 screen at a low price
  • Fairly light for a 16-inch laptop
  • Webcam has a physical cover
  • Backlit keyboard with number pad
Cons
  • Dull, low-colour display
  • Plastic finish feels cheap and flaked on the test unit
  • Only about 4.5 hours in a real work day
  • USB-C port does not charge, no card reader

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