Choose Vivobook 16 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core Ultra 5 225H (vs Intel Core i5-8250U)
- GPU Model at Intel Graphics (vs Intel UHD Graphics 620)
- Installed Memory at 16 GB (vs 4 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 512 GB (vs 500 GB)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Vivobook 16 vs ProBook 430
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Vivobook 16 and ProBook 430 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Vivobook 16 | ProBook 430 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | ASUS | HP |
| Product Family | VivoBook | HP ProBook 430 G5 |
| Model | Vivobook 16 | ProBook 430 |
| Model Number | X1607CA-MB139WS | ProBook 430 G5 |
| Part Number / SKU | 90NB15A1-M007L0 | 2UB80ET#ABU |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2018 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Budget | Mainstream |
| Color | Quiet Blue | — |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core Ultra 5 | Intel Core i5 |
| Processor Model | Intel Core Ultra 5 225H | Intel Core i5-8250U |
| Processor Generation | Intel Core Ultra Series 2 | 8th Gen (Kaby Lake R) |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | Kaby Lake R |
| CPU Process Node | 3 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 14 cores | 4 cores |
| Performance Cores | 4 cores | — |
| Efficiency Cores | 8 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 14 threads | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 1.7 GHz | 1.6 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
| L2 Cache | — | 1 MB |
| L3 Cache | 18 MB | 6 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 28 W | 15 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | 115 W | 25 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | Intel Standard Manageability | Intel Standard Manageability; Intel vPro not supported |
| 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 UHD Graphics 620 |
| GPU Architecture | — | Intel Gen9.5 |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| GPU TGP | — | 15 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | — | 1100 MHz |
| Maximum External Displays | — | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | — | 4096 x 2304 @ 60 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 4 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 2400 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | Onboard + SO-DIMM | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 1 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 0 slots | 1 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | — | Dual-channel capable |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | HDD |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 500 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | SATA III / PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | — |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 | M.2 + 2.5-inch |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | — | Yes |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | — | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | — | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | UHS-I |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 16 inch | 13.3 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | WUXGA | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | LED-backlit LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS-level | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | 300 nits | 220 nits |
| Color Depth | — | 8-bit |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Viewing Angle | — | 178° degree |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 89 % | — |
| Flicker-Free | — | Yes |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 1080p | 720p HD |
| 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 | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Built-in speakers | 2 stereo speakers |
| Audio Technology | SonicMaster | HP Audio |
| Microphone Configuration | Array microphone | Dual-array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Backlit Chiclet Keyboard | Full-size island-style 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 precision touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ax | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | Dual-band | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 1x1 | 2x2 |
| Wi-Fi Module | — | Intel dual-band wireless |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 4.2 |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | — | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) | USB 3.x Type-A |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 2 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), DisplayPort, Power Delivery | USB 3.x Type-C; DisplayPort Alt Mode where supported |
| 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 | HDMI 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Output | Yes | USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 1 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 | 1 M.2 storage slot(s) |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 48 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 3 cells | 3 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Fast Charging | Yes | — |
| Fast Charge Level | 60 % | — |
| Fast Charge Time | 49 min | — |
| Power Adapter | 65 W | 45 W |
| Power Connector | USB-C | Barrel power connector |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| Maximum USB-C Charging Power | 65 W | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 357 mm | 326 mm |
| Depth | 250.6 mm | 234 mm |
| Thickness | 19.9 mm | 19.8 mm |
| Weight | 1.88 kg | 1.49 kg |
| Chassis Material | Plastic top case | Aluminum; plastic |
| Lid Material | — | Aluminum |
| Base Material | — | Plastic |
| Hinge Opening Angle | 180 degree | 135 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | US MIL-STD 810H military-grade standard | HP Total Test Process; not a MIL-STD certification claim |
| IP Rating | — | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | Firmware TPM | TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | — | Yes |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | Intel Standard Manageability | HP BIOSphere; manageability features |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | HP Sure Start / BIOS recovery |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | — | Not claimed |
| EPEAT | — | Not claimed |
| TCO Certified | — | Not claimed |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | — | Not claimed |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 5 to 35 °C |
| Operating Humidity | — | 10 to 90 (non-condensing) % RH |
| Storage Temperature | — | -20 to 60 °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Manufacturer Limited Warranty | Limited hardware warranty; region dependent |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose ProBook 430 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i5-8250U (vs Intel Core Ultra 5 225H)
- GPU Model at Intel UHD Graphics 620 (vs Intel Graphics)
- Installed Memory at 4 GB (vs 16 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 500 GB (vs 512 GB)
What is the difference between Vivobook 16 and ProBook 430?
Vivobook 16 and ProBook 430 share specifications such as Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit), Processor Manufacturer (Intel), Graphics Type (Integrated).
The main differences: Processor Model (Vivobook 16: Intel Core Ultra 5 225H, ProBook 430: Intel Core i5-8250U); GPU Model (Vivobook 16: Intel Graphics, ProBook 430: Intel UHD Graphics 620); Installed Memory (Vivobook 16: 16 GB, ProBook 430: 4 GB); Storage Capacity (Vivobook 16: 512 GB, ProBook 430: 500 GB).
Vivobook 16 may suit users who need its differing values, while ProBook 430 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.