ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

large 16-inch display

comfortable keyboard layout

decent processor performance

solid build quality

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful processor performance

sharp display resolution

robust build quality

efficient thermal management

versatile connectivity options

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited color options

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.87 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm 35.6 cm x 25.35 cm x 1.75 cm
Weight 1.88 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Plastic Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Indie black Dual tone arctic grey
DISPLAY ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Screen Size (Type) 16" 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 86% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology
PROCESSOR ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 7530U / 2 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 7530U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Speaker, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 45 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605YA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Cortana support, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus, AMD Ryzen AI Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, ISO 22196, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution), ISO 21702 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution), TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number MB131W -
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