Asus Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 vs Gigabyte A18 Comparison

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Asus Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 vs Gigabyte A18 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 and A18, two laptops from Asus and Gigabyte. Asus Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 was introduced to market in January 2025 and Gigabyte A18 was launched in May 2025. There is only 4 months difference between Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 and A18 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 and A18 are members of Gigabyte's series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Asus Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
Asus ExpertBook Ultra	January 2026	14.0"	310.9 x 212.8 x 10.9-16.4 mm	0.99 kg (2.18 lbs)
Asus Zenbook A16 UX3607	January 2026	16.0"	353.5 x 242.4 x 13.8-16.6 mm	1.2 kg (2.65 lbs)
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407	January 2026	14.0"	319.6 x 206.4 x 0.9 mm	0.79 kg (1.74 lbs)
Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 2026 GU606	January 2026	16.0"	354 x 246 x 14.9-16.4 mm	1.85 kg (4.08 lbs)
Asus ROG Flow Z13-KJP 2026	January 2026	13.4"	300 x 204 x 14.5-14.9 mm	1.72 kg (3.79 lbs)
Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 GX651	January 2026	16.0"	355 x 246 x 19.9-24.9 mm	2.82 kg (6.22 lbs)
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 2026 GU405	January 2026	14.0"	311 x 220 x 15.9-16.3 mm	1.5 kg (3.31 lbs)
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 2026 GA403	January 2026	14.0"	311 x 220 x 15.9-16.3 mm	1.5 kg (3.31 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of Asus Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 and Gigabyte A18 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Asus Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 Key Specs

Launched in January 2025
16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 5 225H
GPU: Intel Arc 130T
8GB Ram
357 x 250.6 x 17.9-19.9 mm (14.06 x 9.87 x 0.7-0.78 inches)
Weight: 1.88 kg (4.15 lbs)

Gigabyte A18 Key Specs

Launched in May 2025
18.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i7 13620H
GPU: GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop 8GB
8GB Ram
403.68 x 293.4 x 20-24.99 mm (15.89 x 11.55 x 0.79-0.98 inches)
Weight: 2.8 kg (6.17 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 and A18 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Asus Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 over Gigabyte A18

Weight	1.88 kg vs 2.80 kg	0.92 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~83% vs ~79.3%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	6.2 mm vs 8 mm	1.8 mm thinner bezels
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
Bluetooth	v5.3 vs v5.2	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
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

Reasons to choose Gigabyte A18 over Asus Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607

Display Size	18 inches vs 16 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	165 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen PPI	168 ppi vs 142 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	2560 x 1600 pixels vs 1920 x 1200 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
sRGB Color Space	100% vs 55.3%	Wider sRGB Color Space Coverage
Max Brightness	400 nits vs 300 nits	Brighter Screen
Response Time	3 ms vs 29 ms	Faster Response screen
GPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 5 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	9.7-16.6 TFLOPS vs 3.9 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	More RAM Options
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	3D Surround Sound Support
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 2x USB 3.2	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Easily see the keys under low light
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs No

Common Strengths of Gigabyte A18 and Asus Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607

Launch Dates	January 2025 vs May 2025	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
RAM Type	LPDDR5X 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 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable

Common Weaknesses of Gigabyte A18 and Asus Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
HDR Support	No vs No	No HDR Support

Asus Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 vs Gigabyte A18: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Asus Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 and the Gigabyte A18.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.88 kg (4.15 lbs)	2.8 kg (6.17 lbs)
Surface Area	895 cm2 (138.8 inches2)	1184 cm2 (183.5 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~83%	~79.3%
Side Bezel Thickness	~6.2 mm	~8 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.12 kg/inch	0.16 kg/inch
	0.264 lbs/inch	0.352 lbs/inch
Colors	Black, Silver, Blue	Black
Cover Opening Angle	180°	180°

Comparison of the Asus Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 and the Gigabyte A18 External Dimensions

Weight

Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 weighs 1.88 kg (4.15 lbs), whereas the A18 weighs 2.8 kg (6.17 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 X1607/M1607

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Gigabyte A18

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Thickness Comparison

Asus Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Gigabyte A18

Avg: larger than 17.0"

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 X1607/M1607 is 0.12 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Gigabyte A18 is 0.16 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 X1607/M1607 vs Gigabyte A18: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 5 225H Qualcomm Snapdragon X (X1-26-100) AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 AMD Ryzen AI 7 350	Intel Core i7 13620H AMD Ryzen 7 260
Base Frequency	1.7 GHz	2.4 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.9 GHz	4.9 GHz
Number of Cores	14 (4P + 8E)	10 (6P + 4E)
Number of Threads	14	16
L3 Cache	18 MB	24 MB
Integrated GPU	Arc Graphics 130T	Intel UHD Graphics (64EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm	10 nm

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 X1607/M1607 and Gigabyte A18.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core Ultra 5 225H

Laptops with: Intel Core i7 13620H

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Arc Graphics 130T	GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop 8GB GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop 8GB
Base Clock Frequency	300 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	2200 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	35 W
Type	Integrated	Dedicated
FLOPS	3.9 TFLOPS	9.7-16.6 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	8 GB
Memory Type	LPDDR5X	GDDR7
Memory Speed	8.45 Gbps	~24 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	896	3328
TMUs	56	104
ROPs	28	48

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 X1607/M1607 has a FLOPS value of 3.9 TFLOPS whereas the Gigabyte A18 ' has a FLOPS value of 9.7-16.6 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Gigabyte A18 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB 32GB	8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB
Memory Bus	2x4 GB	1x8 GB
RAM Clock	8448 MHz	5200 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	DDR5
Upgradable	No	Yes

Both laptops, the Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 and the A18, come with similar RAM capacities of 8 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

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 (X1607/M1607)	Gigabyte A18
CPU	Intel Core Ultra 5 225H (NPU - 13 TOPS)	Intel Core i7 13620H
GPU	Arc Graphics 130T	GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop 8GB
Memory	8 GB	8 GB ; 8 GB VRAM
Available for LLM total	~3.5 GB (3.5 GB RAM)	~12 GB (6.5 GB VRAM 5.5 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	✔ Runs Smoothly fits in your 8 GB VRAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✔ Runs Well fits in your 8 GB VRAM
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	⚠ Borderline / Slow doesn't fit in 8 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
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 (X1607/M1607)|Gigabyte A18

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	76 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Left
Charge Power	65 W	150 W
Full Charging Time	0:50 hr

On the other hand, the A18 features a higher battery capacity of 76 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607's 42 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Asus Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Gigabyte A18

Avg: larger than 17.0"

STORAGE
The A18 offers a larger max storage capacity of 4 TB, providing more room for storing files and data compared to the Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607's storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	1	2
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 X1607/M1607 vs Gigabyte A18: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Asus Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 and Gigabyte A18 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 X1607/M1607 has a display size of 16.0".On the other hand, A18 has a larger18.0" display.The total usable screen area of the Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the A18's total usable screen area is 939cm² / 146inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the A18 features a higher pixel density with 168 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Asus Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Gigabyte A18

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Refresh Rate
The A18 offers a higher refresh rate of 165 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Furthermore, the A18 boasts a faster response time of 3.0 ms, reducing motion blur for fast-paced content.

Brightness
The A18 offers a higher maximum brightness of 400 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Asus Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Gigabyte A18

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Asus Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 vs Gigabyte A18 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 X1607/M1607 and A18 have USB-A ports. Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while A18 has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 and A18 have USB Type-C ports. Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while A18 has 1x USB 3.2 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
Neither Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 nor A18 has Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 and A18 feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors.

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 X1607/M1607 nor A18 has an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Vivobook 16 X1607/M1607 and A18 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)	2x USB 3.2	3x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	1x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	No	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Optional	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	Yes
SD CardReader	No	No
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes