Asus Vivobook 16 X1605 vs HP EliteBook 830 G9 Comparison

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Asus Vivobook 16 X1605

16 inches | January 2024

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13.3 inches | January 2022

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Asus Vivobook 16 X1605 vs HP EliteBook 830 G9 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Vivobook 16 X1605 and EliteBook 830 G9, two laptops from Asus and HP. Asus Vivobook 16 X1605 was introduced to market in January 2024 and HP EliteBook 830 G9 was launched in January 2022. As you can see, EliteBook 830 G9 is 2 years older than Vivobook 16 X1605. Let's see if this age difference between two laptops makes a big difference.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Asus Vivobook 16 X1605 and HP EliteBook 830 G9 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Asus Vivobook 16 X1605 Key Specs

Launched in January 2024
16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 1235U
GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
8GB Ram
358.7 x 249.5 x 19.9 mm (14.12 x 9.82 x 0.78 inches)
Weight: 1.88 kg (4.15 lbs)

HP EliteBook 830 G9 Key Specs

Launched in January 2022
13.3" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 1235U
GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
16GB Ram
300.1 x 214.8 x 19.2 mm (11.81 x 8.46 x 0.76 inches)
Weight: 1.27 kg (2.8 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Vivobook 16 X1605 and EliteBook 830 G9 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Asus Vivobook 16 X1605 over HP EliteBook 830 G9

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~82.9% vs ~79.6%	Larger screen area ratio
Display Size	16 inches vs 13.3 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	More RAM Options
Bluetooth	v5.3 vs v5.2	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Number of USB-A Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 2x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers

Reasons to choose HP EliteBook 830 G9 over Asus Vivobook 16 X1605

Weight	1.27 kg vs 1.88 kg	0.61 kg lighter
Side Bezel Thickness	6.8 mm vs 7 mm	0.2 mm thinner bezels
Screen PPI	170 ppi vs 142 ppi	More pixels per inch
Max Brightness	1000 nits vs 300 nits	Brighter Screen
RAM Type	DDR5 vs DDR4	Faster RAM Type
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 4.0 vs 1x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Faster USB-C connection
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
HDMI Version	2.0 vs 1.4	Better HDMI connectivity
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs No	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Strengths of HP EliteBook 830 G9 and Asus Vivobook 16 X1605

Launch Dates	January 2024 vs January 2022	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs Yes	Charging via USB port gives flexibility
RAM Type	DDR4 vs DDR5	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6E vs v6E	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 1.4 vs 1x HDMI 1.4	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable

Common Weaknesses of HP EliteBook 830 G9 and Asus Vivobook 16 X1605

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability

Asus Vivobook 16 X1605 vs HP EliteBook 830 G9: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Asus Vivobook 16 X1605 and the HP EliteBook 830 G9.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.88 kg (4.15 lbs)	1.27 kg (2.8 lbs)
Surface Area	895 cm2 (138.7 inches2)	645 cm2 (99.9 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~82.9%	~79.6%
Side Bezel Thickness	~7 mm	~6.8 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.12 kg/inch	0.10 kg/inch
	0.264 lbs/inch	0.22 lbs/inch
Colors	Black, Silver	Silver

Comparison of the Asus Vivobook 16 X1605 and the HP EliteBook 830 G9 External Dimensions

Weight

Vivobook 16 X1605 weighs 1.88 kg (4.15 lbs), whereas the EliteBook 830 G9 weighs 1.27 kg (2.8 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Asus Vivobook 16 X1605

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

HP EliteBook 830 G9

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Thickness Comparison

Asus Vivobook 16 X1605

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

HP EliteBook 830 G9

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Asus Vivobook 16 X1605 is 0.12 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the HP EliteBook 830 G9 is 0.10 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch

Asus Vivobook 16 X1605 vs HP EliteBook 830 G9: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i5 1235U Intel Core i7 1255U Intel Core i5 13500H Intel Core i7 13700H Intel Core 3 100U Intel Core 5 120U Intel Core 7 150U	Intel Core i5 1235U Intel Core i5 1245U Intel Core i7 1255U Intel Core i7 1265U
Base Frequency	1.3 GHz	1.3 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.4 GHz	4.4 GHz
Number of Cores	10 (2P + 8E)	10
Number of Threads	12	12
L3 Cache	12 MB	12 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1580	1580
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	6333	6333
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1654	1654
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	6618	6618

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Asus Vivobook 16 X1605 and HP EliteBook 830 G9.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPU ( Intel Core i5 1235U ) and compare them:

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)
Base Clock Frequency	300 MHz	300 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1100 MHz	1100 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	15 W	15 W
Type	Integrated	Integrated
FLOPS	1.41 TFLOPS	1.41 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	System Shared
Memory Type	DDR4	DDR5
Memory Bus	System Shared	System Shared
Memory Speed	3.2 Gbps	4.8 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	640	640
TMUs	40	40
ROPs	20	20

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Asus Vivobook 16 X1605 has a FLOPS value of 1.41 TFLOPS whereas the HP EliteBook 830 G9 ' has a FLOPS value of 1.41 TFLOPS.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB	16GB
Memory Bus	1x8 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	3200 MHz	4800 MHz
RAM Type	DDR4	DDR5
Upgradable	Yes	No
Max RAM Size	16 GB
Total Slots	1

The EliteBook 830 G9 provides a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, which allows for smoother multitasking and improved performance in memory-demanding tasks compared to the Vivobook 16 X1605's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Asus Vivobook 16 (X1605)	HP EliteBook 830 G9
CPU	Intel Core i5 1235U	Intel Core i5 1235U
GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)
Memory	8 GB	16 GB
Available for LLM total	~3.5 GB (3.5 GB RAM)	~10.5 GB (10.5 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 3.5 GB RAM	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 10.5 GB RAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	⚠ Borderline / Slow fits in your 10.5 GB RAM
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	! Not Practical fits in your 10.5 GB RAM
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B) Requires ~24 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Extra-Large Models (65B+): Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B Requires ~42 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

Asus Vivobook 16 (X1605)|HP EliteBook 830 G9

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Slow-Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	42 Wh 50 Wh 70 Wh	51 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	No
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Right	Left
Charge Power	45 / 65 / 90 W	45 / 65 W

On the other hand, the EliteBook 830 G9 features a higher battery capacity of 51 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the Vivobook 16 X1605's 42 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Asus Vivobook 16 X1605

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

HP EliteBook 830 G9

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

STORAGE
The EliteBook 830 G9 offers a larger max storage capacity of 2 TB, providing more room for storing files and data compared to the Vivobook 16 X1605's storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	1	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Asus Vivobook 16 X1605 vs HP EliteBook 830 G9: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Asus Vivobook 16 X1605 and HP EliteBook 830 G9 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Vivobook 16 X1605 has a display size of 16.0".On the other hand, EliteBook 830 G9 has a smaller 13.3" display.The total usable screen area of the Vivobook 16 X1605 is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the EliteBook 830 G9's total usable screen area is 513cm² / 80inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the EliteBook 830 G9 features a higher pixel density with 170 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Asus Vivobook 16 X1605

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

HP EliteBook 830 G9

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Refresh Rate
Both Vivobook 16 X1605 and EliteBook 830 G9 offer the same refresh rate of 60 Hz.

Brightness
The EliteBook 830 G9 offers a higher maximum brightness of 1000 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Asus Vivobook 16 X1605

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

HP EliteBook 830 G9

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Asus Vivobook 16 X1605 vs HP EliteBook 830 G9 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Both laptops offer the same Wi-Fi standard (v6E), ensuring fast and reliable wireless connections.

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both Vivobook 16 X1605 and EliteBook 830 G9 have USB-A ports. Vivobook 16 X1605 has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while EliteBook 830 G9 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Vivobook 16 X1605 and EliteBook 830 G9 have USB Type-C ports. Vivobook 16 X1605 has 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports, while EliteBook 830 G9 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
EliteBook 830 G9 is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. Vivobook 16 X1605 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both Vivobook 16 X1605 and EliteBook 830 G9 feature an HDMI port. Vivobook 16 X1605 offers 1x HDMI 1.4, while EliteBook 830 G9 offers 1x HDMI 2.0.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Neither Vivobook 16 X1605 nor EliteBook 830 G9 has an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Vivobook 16 X1605 and EliteBook 830 G9 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6E	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.3	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	3x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	1x USB 3.2	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	No	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 1.4	1x HDMI 2.0
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Optional	Optional
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	No	No
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	No