Choose Vivobook 16 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core Ultra 5 225H (vs M4 Max)
- GPU Model at Intel Graphics (vs Apple M4 Max 40-core GPU)
- Installed Memory at 16 GB (vs 48 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 512 GB (vs 1024 GB)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Vivobook 16 vs MacBook Pro 16
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Vivobook 16 and MacBook Pro 16 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Vivobook 16 | MacBook Pro 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | ASUS | Apple |
| Product Family | VivoBook | MacBook |
| Model | Vivobook 16 | MacBook Pro 16 |
| Model Number | X1607CA-MB139WS | — |
| Part Number / SKU | 90NB15A1-M007L0 | — |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2024 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Budget | Professional |
| Color | Quiet Blue | — |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | macOS |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Apple |
| Processor Family | Intel Core Ultra 5 | Apple M4 Max |
| Processor Model | Intel Core Ultra 5 225H | M4 Max |
| Processor Generation | Intel Core Ultra Series 2 | Apple M4 family |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | ARM64 |
| CPU Process Node | 3 nm | 3 nm |
| CPU Cores | 14 cores | 16 cores |
| Performance Cores | 4 cores | 12 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 8 cores | 4 cores |
| CPU Threads | 14 threads | — |
| CPU Base Clock | 1.7 GHz | — |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 18 MB | — |
| Processor Base Power | 28 W | — |
| Maximum Processor Power | 115 W | — |
| CPU Manageability Technology | Intel Standard Manageability | — |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | Yes |
| NPU Model | Intel AI Boost | Apple Neural Engine |
| NPU Performance | 13 TOPS | — |
| Platform AI Performance | 83 TOPS | — |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | Apple |
| GPU Model | Intel Graphics | Apple M4 Max 40-core GPU |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| Maximum External Displays | — | 4 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | — | Up to 8K @ 60Hz or 4K @ 240Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 48 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB | 128 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | Unified Memory |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | — |
| Memory Form Factor | Onboard + SO-DIMM | On-package |
| Memory Slots | 1 slots | 0 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 0 slots | 0 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | No |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 1024 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | — |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | — |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 | — |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | — |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | — |
| Card Reader | — | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | — | SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | SDXC |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 16 inch | 16.2 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 3456 x 2234 |
| Resolution Class | WUXGA | 3.5K |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | Mini-LED |
| Panel Type | IPS-level | Liquid Retina XDR |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate | — | Yes |
| VRR Range | — | ProMotion up to 120 Hz; fixed 47.95–60 Hz Hz |
| Display Brightness | 300 nits | 1000 nits |
| Peak HDR Brightness | — | 1600 nits |
| DCI-P3 Color Gamut | — | 100 % |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit |
| Contrast Ratio | — | 1000000:1 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | — |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | — |
| HDR Support | — | Yes |
| Dolby Vision | — | Yes |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | ProMotion |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 89 % | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 1080p | 12MP |
| IR Camera | Yes | — |
| Camera Privacy Shutter | Yes | — |
| Windows Hello Face | Yes | — |
| Fingerprint Reader | — | Yes |
| Fingerprint Reader Location | — | Keyboard (Touch ID) |
| Camera Features | FHD IR camera; Windows Hello; privacy shutter | Center Stage; Desk View; computational video |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Built-in speakers | 6-speaker system |
| Audio Technology | SonicMaster | Spatial Audio, Dolby Atmos |
| Microphone Configuration | Array microphone | 3-mic studio-quality array |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Backlit Chiclet Keyboard | Backlit Magic Keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | — |
| Key Travel | 1.7 mm | — |
| Copilot Key | Yes | — |
| Touchpad Type | Precision Touchpad | Force Touch |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ax | 802.11ax |
| Wi-Fi Bands | Dual-band | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 1x1 | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| WWAN | No | No |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 0 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) | — |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 2 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), DisplayPort, Power Delivery | Thunderbolt 5 / USB4 / charging / DisplayPort |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 3 ports |
| USB4 Speed | — | 120 Gbps |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 3 ports |
| Thunderbolt Version | — | Thunderbolt 5 |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | 1.4 | — |
| DisplayPort Output | Yes | DisplayPort over USB-C |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 100 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 3 cells | — |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion | Li-polymer |
| Battery Life | — | 21 hours |
| Battery Life Test Method | — | Video streaming |
| Fast Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Fast Charge Level | 60 % | 50 % |
| Fast Charge Time | 49 min | 30 min |
| Power Adapter | 65 W | 140 W |
| Power Connector | USB-C | MagSafe 3 |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Maximum USB-C Charging Power | 65 W | 140 W |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 357 mm | 355.7 mm |
| Depth | 250.6 mm | 248.1 mm |
| Thickness | 19.9 mm | 16.8 mm |
| Weight | 1.88 kg | 2.15 kg |
| Chassis Material | Plastic top case | Aluminum |
| Lid Material | — | Aluminum |
| Base Material | — | Aluminum |
| Hinge Opening Angle | 180 degree | — |
| MIL-STD Testing | US MIL-STD 810H military-grade standard | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | Firmware TPM | — |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | — |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | Intel Standard Manageability | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | — |
| Sensors | ||
| Ambient Light Sensor | — | Yes |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | — | ENERGY STAR |
| EPEAT | — | EPEAT Gold (US and Canada) |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | — | 40% recycled content; 100% recycled aluminum enclosure |
| Product Carbon Footprint | — | 303 kg CO2e |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Manufacturer Limited Warranty | Apple One-Year Limited Warranty |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MacBook Pro 16 if you need:
- Processor Model at M4 Max (vs Intel Core Ultra 5 225H)
- GPU Model at Apple M4 Max 40-core GPU (vs Intel Graphics)
- Installed Memory at 48 GB (vs 16 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 1024 GB (vs 512 GB)
What is the difference between Vivobook 16 and MacBook Pro 16?
Vivobook 16 and MacBook Pro 16 share specifications such as Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit), CPU Process Node (3 nm), NPU (Yes).
The main differences: Processor Model (Vivobook 16: Intel Core Ultra 5 225H, MacBook Pro 16: M4 Max); GPU Model (Vivobook 16: Intel Graphics, MacBook Pro 16: Apple M4 Max 40-core GPU); Installed Memory (Vivobook 16: 16 GB, MacBook Pro 16: 48 GB); Storage Capacity (Vivobook 16: 512 GB, MacBook Pro 16: 1024 GB).
Vivobook 16 may suit users who need its differing values, while MacBook Pro 16 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.