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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Vivobook 16 and Chromebook C202SA within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Vivobook 16 | Chromebook C202SA |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | ASUS | ASUS |
| Product Family | VivoBook | Chromebook |
| Model | Vivobook 16 | Chromebook C202SA |
| Model Number | X1607CA-MB139WS | C202SA |
| Part Number / SKU | 90NB15A1-M007L0 | — |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2016 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Budget | Education / Budget |
| Color | Quiet Blue | Dark blue and silver |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | ChromeOS |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core Ultra 5 | Intel Celeron |
| Processor Model | Intel Core Ultra 5 225H | Intel Celeron Dual Core N3060 1.6GHz |
| Processor Generation | Intel Core Ultra Series 2 | Braswell |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 3 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 14 cores | 2 cores |
| Performance Cores | 4 cores | — |
| Efficiency Cores | 8 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 14 threads | 2 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 1.7 GHz | 1.6 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz | 2.48 GHz |
| L2 Cache | — | 2 MB |
| L3 Cache | 18 MB | 0 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 28 W | 6 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | 115 W | — |
| CPU Manageability Technology | Intel Standard Manageability | Intel vPro: No |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | — |
| NPU Model | Intel AI Boost | — |
| NPU Performance | 13 TOPS | — |
| Platform AI Performance | 83 TOPS | — |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| GPU Model | Intel Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 400 |
| GPU Architecture | — | Intel Gen8-LP |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| GPU TGP | — | 6 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | — | 600 MHz |
| Maximum External Displays | — | 2 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | — | 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 4 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | LPDDR3 |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 1066 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | Onboard + SO-DIMM | Soldered |
| Memory Slots | 1 slots | 0 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 0 slots | 0 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | No |
| Memory Channels | — | Single |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | eMMC |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | eMMC 5.0 |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | — |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 | BGA eMMC |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | 0 slots |
| RAID Support | — | No RAID |
| Card Reader | — | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | — | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | UHS-I |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 16 inch | 11.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1366 x 768 |
| Resolution Class | WUXGA | HD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | LED-backlit LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS-level | TN |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | 300 nits | 200 nits |
| Color Depth | — | 8-bit |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Viewing Angle | — | 90 horizontal / 60 vertical degree |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 89 % | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 1080p | 1280 x 720 |
| Webcam Frame Rate | — | 30 fps |
| IR Camera | Yes | — |
| Camera Privacy Shutter | Yes | — |
| Windows Hello Face | Yes | — |
| Camera Features | FHD IR camera; Windows Hello; privacy shutter | Integrated HD webcam |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Built-in speakers | Stereo speakers |
| Audio Technology | SonicMaster | ASUS SonicMaster |
| Microphone Configuration | Array microphone | Array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Backlit Chiclet Keyboard | Spill-resistant chiclet keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | — |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | — |
| Spill-Resistant Keyboard | — | Yes |
| Key Travel | 1.7 mm | — |
| Copilot Key | Yes | — |
| Touchpad Type | Precision Touchpad | Multi-touch touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ax | IEEE 802.11ac/b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Bands | Dual-band | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 1x1 | 2x2 |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 4.2 |
| WWAN | No | No |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) | USB 3.0 (5 Gbps) |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 2 ports | 0 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), DisplayPort, Power Delivery | — |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Output | Yes | — |
| 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 |
| Security Lock Slot | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 | Onboard eMMC |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 38 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 3 cells | 2 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion | Li-polymer |
| Battery Life | — | 10 hours |
| Battery Life Test Method | — | Chromium OS power LoadTest; local video playback above 80 nits |
| Fast Charging | Yes | — |
| Fast Charge Level | 60 % | — |
| Fast Charge Time | 49 min | — |
| Power Adapter | 65 W | 40 W |
| Power Connector | USB-C | Barrel connector |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| Maximum USB-C Charging Power | 65 W | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 357 mm | 294 mm |
| Depth | 250.6 mm | 200 mm |
| Thickness | 19.9 mm | 22.5 mm |
| Weight | 1.88 kg | 1.2 kg |
| Chassis Material | Plastic top case | Reinforced plastic and rubber |
| Lid Material | — | Reinforced plastic |
| Base Material | — | Reinforced plastic with rubber bumper |
| Hinge Opening Angle | 180 degree | 180 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | US MIL-STD 810H military-grade standard | MIL-STD-810G drop testing |
| IP Rating | — | No IP rating |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | Firmware TPM | Discrete TPM |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | — |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | Intel Standard Manageability | ChromeOS verified-boot management |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | ChromeOS recovery mode |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | — | Not claimed |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 5 to 35 °C |
| Operating Humidity | — | 20 to 80 non-condensing % RH |
| Storage Temperature | — | -10 to 60 °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Manufacturer Limited Warranty | Limited warranty including battery |
Vivobook 16 and Chromebook C202SA share specifications such as Brand (ASUS), Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit), Processor Manufacturer (Intel).
The main differences: Processor Model (Vivobook 16: Intel Core Ultra 5 225H, Chromebook C202SA: Intel Celeron Dual Core N3060 1.6GHz); GPU Model (Vivobook 16: Intel Graphics, Chromebook C202SA: Intel HD Graphics 400); Installed Memory (Vivobook 16: 16 GB, Chromebook C202SA: 4 GB); Storage Capacity (Vivobook 16: 512 GB, Chromebook C202SA: 16 GB).
Vivobook 16 may suit users who need its differing values, while Chromebook C202SA benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
