ASUS Vivobook 16 16" M1607 Quiet Blue
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 Silver 2025
What Buyers Say
ASUS Vivobook 16 16" M1607 Quiet Blue
The ASUS Vivobook 16 receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its value for money, especially when bought on sale, highlighting the 16GB RAM, Ryzen 7 processor, and solid build for a plastic chassis. However, several complaints include a fast-draining battery, overheating issues, and one user reported a pre-installed remote access issue. The lack of a fingerprint sensor and plastic hinges are also noted as drawbacks.
Pros
- Great value for money on sale
- Solid build despite plastic chassis
- 16GB RAM handles multitasking well
- Ryzen 7 processor is smooth
- Slim and lightweight design
Cons
- Battery drains quickly
- Overheating issues
- Plastic hinges feel less durable
- No fingerprint sensor
- Pre-installed remote access concern
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 Silver 2025
The 14" MacBook Pro (M5, Space Black) receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from verified purchasers. Users praise its exceptional performance, build quality, and value, especially when bought through B&H Photo. The only minor criticisms are its weight and a delivery issue, but overall it is highly recommended for power users.
Pros
- Exceptional performance
- Great build quality
- Good value for money
- Fast and reliable
- Excellent keyboard
Cons
- Heavy weight
- Delivery issue
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS Vivobook 16 16" M1607 | Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 | Apple M5 ★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 10★ |
| Frequency | 2.0 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | AMD Radeon Graphics | Apple (10-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | integrated★ |
| VRAM Type | — | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | LPDDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 14.2" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 3024 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 300 nits | 1600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 45% NTSC | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 2★ | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI Output |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Ethernet | — | No |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.88 kg | 1.50 kg★ |
| Battery | 42 Wh | 72 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | macOS |
Pros & Cons
ASUS Vivobook 16 16" M1607 Quiet Blue
- Strong storage (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong cpu (78th percentile)
- Strong screen (68th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average portability (23rd percentile)
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 Silver 2025
- Strong social proof (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong port selection (86th percentile)86th %ile
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 6 of 8 usage categories and 14 of 29 specs.