ASUS Vivobook 16 X1607 review – A 20-Hour Battery and One Unforgivable Flaw
The ASUS Vivobook 16 X1607QA arrives as one of the first heralds of the new Copilot+ PC era, built on Qualcomm’s efficiency-focused Snapdragon X platform. It promises a revolution in what we can expect from a laptop’s battery life, and on that front, it delivers in a way we’ve rarely seen. However, this marathon runner comes with a significant catch – a compromise so stark it divides the potential audience in two.
This isn’t a laptop for everyone; it’s a device of extreme strengths and weaknesses. The question is, are they the right compromises for you?
You can check the prices and configurations in our Specs System: https://laptopmedia.com/series/asus-vivobook-16-x1607qa/
Contents
Specs, Drivers, What’s in the box
ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1607QA) - Specs
- Display
- 16.0”, WUXGA (1920 x 1200), IPS
- HDD/SSD
- up to 1000GB SSD
- M.2 Slot
- 1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
- RAM
- up to 16GB
- OS
- Windows 11 Home
- Battery
- 50Wh
- Dimensions
- 357.0 x 250.6 x 17.9 ~ 19.9 mm (14.06" x 9.87" x 0.70")
- Weight
- 1.76 kg (3.9 lbs)
- Ports and connectivity
- 2x USB Type-A
- 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
- 2x USB Type-C
- 4.0, Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort
- HDMI
- 2.1
- Card reader
- Ethernet LAN
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 6E
- Bluetooth
- 5.3
- Audio jack
- 3.5mm Combo Jack
- Features
- Fingerprint reader
- Web camera
- FHD IR with support for Windows Hello Face Authenticatio
- Backlit keyboard
- Microphone
- Array Microphone
- Speakers
- Speakers by SonicMaster
- Security Lock slot
All ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1607QA) configurations
Drivers
All drivers and utilities for this notebook can be found here: https://www.asus.com/laptops/for-home/vivobook/asus-vivobook-16-x1607q/helpdesk_knowledge?model2Name=X1607QA
What’s in the box?
Unboxing the ASUS Vivobook 16 X1607 reveals the core essentials needed to get started.
Inside, you’ll definitely find the laptop itself and its compact 65W power adapter, but depending on your region, ASUS sometimes throws in extras like a mouse (wired or wireless) or even a backpack.
Our European unit kept things simple with just the Vivobook 16 and its charger, though it did leave us wondering if the empty spaces in the box were meant for those potential bonus items.
Design and construction
Let’s get acquainted with the ASUS Vivobook 16 X1607. First impressions are strong; this machine exudes an elegance that genuinely suggests a higher price point. It looks sleek and sophisticated. You have a choice between “Quiet Blue” (which is a very dark blue, almost black) and the “Cool Silver” option we have here. This silver finish does a remarkable job mimicking aluminium, lending the Vivobook a premium air. However, upon touching it, you realize it’s actually crafted from plastic. But don’t let that deter you – ASUS has worked some magic here. While many plastic laptops exhibit noticeable flex, the Vivobook 16 feels impressively solid, almost rivalling metal builds in its rigidity with only minimal give under pressure. This tangible sturdiness backs up its US MIL-STD 810H military-grade durability certification, which, in this case, feels genuinely earned rather than just a checkbox.
Despite its robust feel and 16-inch screen size, the Vivobook remains reasonably portable, weighing in at 1.88 kg (4.14 lbs) and measuring between 1.79 cm and 1.99 cm thick (0.70″ ~ 0.78″). The smooth finish resists fingerprints quite well; while you might notice faint smudges under direct, bright light if you look closely, it generally stays looking clean without constant wiping. Opening the lid is a smooth, one-handed affair, revealing hinges that allow the screen to fold back a full 180 degrees, completely flat against the desk – perfect for sharing content or finding just the right angle.
The display is framed by nicely slim side bezels. The top bezel is slightly thicker, but for good reason: it houses an FHD webcam equipped with an IR sensor for Windows Hello facial recognition, further enhanced by ASUS’s 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) technology for clearer video calls.
Importantly, ASUS has included a physical privacy shutter here – a small slider that provides absolute peace of mind when the camera isn’t in use.
Moving down to the keyboard deck, you’ll find a comfortable and well-laid-out typing area, complete with a NumPad (though its keys are slightly smaller than the main set). The keyboard features a pleasant three-level white backlight. ASUS has clearly paid attention to typing ergonomics; the keys offer a relatively deep 1.7mm travel, a standard 19.05mm pitch, and have a slight concave curve to cradle your fingertips. However, all four arrow keys are half-height. While the side arrows have space above and below, making them less problematic, the cramped Up and Down arrows require the same period of adjustment common to about 90% of laptops on the market today.
We couldn’t find any configurations offering a fingerprint reader, so login relies on the IR camera or traditional methods. Below the keyboard sits a generously sized trackpad. Its surface is exceptionally smooth – perhaps even *too* smooth for our taste. We occasionally found ourselves overshooting targets due to the sheer lack of friction, requiring a conscious adjustment. This ultra-slick feel might be a positive for some, but for us, it took some getting used to and felt like a minor drawback in precision pointing.
Ports and Connectivity
The ASUS Vivobook 16 X1607 offers a strong focus on modern connectivity, particularly with its USB-C implementation. On the left flank, the highlight is the inclusion of two USB 4.0 Gen 3 Type-C ports. These are highly versatile, supporting data transfer speeds up to 40Gbps, DisplayPort Alt Mode for connecting external monitors, and Power Delivery for charging the laptop itself or other compatible devices.
Alongside these powerful ports, you’ll find an HDMI port specified as HDMI 2.1 TMDS. While labeled 2.1, the TMDS designation typically means its capabilities align more closely with HDMI 2.0 standards (e.g., supporting up to 4K resolution at 60Hz) rather than the full 48Gbps bandwidth (FRL) sometimes associated with HDMI 2.1. Also on the left are a standard USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A port (operating at 5Gbps) and a 3.5mm combo audio jack for headphones or headsets.
The right side of the laptop is more sparse, housing only a single additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A port, also running at 5Gbps speeds. This brings the total count to two Type-A ports, balanced by the two advanced Type-C ports. Notably absent are a dedicated Ethernet (RJ-45) port for wired networking and an SD card reader, so users requiring these connections will need to utilize USB-C hubs or adapters.
Wireless connectivity is up-to-date, featuring Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax). This standard utilizes the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and the less congested 6 GHz bands (triple band) with a 2×2 antenna configuration, offering the potential for faster speeds and lower latency on compatible networks. Bluetooth 5.3 is also included for connecting wireless peripherals, although the specific Bluetooth version might vary depending on the operating system updates.
Display and Sound Quality, Display Profiles
There’s only one display option for ASUS VivoBook 16 X1607QA and its panel is BOE NE160WUM-N41 (BOE0C14) – 1920 x 1020, IPS, 60 Hz.
| ASUS VivoBook 16 X1607QA | BOE NE160WUM-N41 (BOE0C14) |
| Diagonal | 16.0 inches (40.6 cm) |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 pixels |
| Max Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 |
| Pixel Density | 141 PPI |
| ‘Retina’ Distance | Greater than or equal to 61 cm |
VivoBook 16 X1607QA’s 1200p IPS under our microscope
Viewing Angles
Viewing angles are good. We take photos from different angles to evaluate the quality.
Also, a video with locked focus and exposure.
Color Coverage
The whole “sail-shaped” map below (Fig. 1) consists of all the colors we can see, while the black crooked line shows all the colors from real-world scenes and nature around us.
Then, we’ve drawn some of the most important and interesting color spaces, compared to the colors the panel of ASUS VivoBook 16 X1607QA can show:
Standard/For Web: sRGB – widely used color space for most consumer devices, ideal for Web design and development
For Print: AdobeRGB – used in professional photo editing, graphic design, and print
For Photographers/Video Editors: DCI-P3 – used in high-end film production, post-production, and digital cinema
Premium HDR: Rec.2020 – the widest consumer ITU color standard, covering a massive 75.8% of the visible spectrum, a benchmark for premium HDR content
ASUS VivoBook 16 X1607QA: the yellow dashed triangle (– – – – – –) represents the range of colors this monitor can display.
In our tests, we calculated the total color coverage of the monitor at 55% of the sRGB color gamut and 43% of the DCI-P3 color gamut.
(Fig.1) ASUS VivoBook 16 X1607QA covers 55% of the sRGB gamut
Brightness and Contrast
The maximum brightness in SDR mode is 362 cd/m² in the center of the screen and 340 cd/m² averaged across the surface with a maximum deviation of 11%.
The Correlated Color Temperature (CCT) on a white screen at maximum brightness is 6870K.
The contrast ratio is 1700:1.
Uniformity: Luminance, Contrast, and Color Deviation
The figure below shows the results from our uniformity test across different sections of the screen. It’s measured at 183 nits (Windows slider = 74%) — a brightness level we consider typical for standard working conditions.
DeltaE values below 4.0 are acceptable for regular users. For those working with colors, screens with DeltaE values no higher than 2.0 are recommended.
Color Accuracy
Let’s check the difference between real colors and those you’ll see on the ASUS VivoBook 16 X1607QA. We measure that distance in DeltaE – the higher the number, the more different they look.
Values below 4.0 are acceptable for regular users, while values below 2.0 are suitable for color-sensitive work. A value below 1.0 means the difference is indistinguishable to the naked eye.
For the next graph, we’ve selected 24 common colors, including dark/light skin, blue sky, green grass, etc.
Before our calibration of the ASUS VivoBook 16 X1607QA, the Average color accuracy was 4.1 dE (Fig. 2), and with our Design and Gaming profile, it lowered to 3.3 dE (Fig. 3). This is a 24% improvement in color accuracy!
(Fig. 2) ASUS VivoBook 16 X1607QA in its factory condition
(Fig. 3) ASUS VivoBook 16 X1607QA with our display profile
Comparison in the sRGB color space (primaries and D65 white point specified in ITU-R BT.709, sRGB encoding curve).
Here’s an illustration of what the Design and Office profile aims to deliver:
Left: No Profile | Drag the slider to see the difference | Right: Design & Office Profile
Visibility in dark scenes
Have you ever watched a movie with dark scenes where you could barely see anything? This often happens because many display panels struggle to differentiate the darkest nuances, making them appear the same.
The next figure illustrates how well the display reproduces these dark nuances. The left side of the image shows the display with stock settings, and the right side shows it with our Gaming and movies profile activated.
On the horizontal axis are the grayscale levels, and on the vertical axis – the corresponding display brightness.
You can also check how your display handles the darkest nuances but keep in mind that this also depends on the settings of your current display and the surrounding light conditions.
Response time (Gaming capabilities)
We test the reaction time of the pixels with the usual “black-to-white” and “white-to-black” method from 10% to 90% and vice versa.
We recorded Fall Time + Rise Time = 24.3 ms. Short pixel response time is a prerequisite for a smooth picture in dynamic scenes, but in this case it is not short
After that, we test the reaction time of the pixels with the usual “Gray-to-Gray” method from 50% White to 80% White and vice versa between 10% and 90% of the amplitude.
Health Impact: PWM (Screen flickering)
Some use PWM to regulate their brightness, which means that instead of reducing the light intensity, they pulse or flicker. Our brain merges the image, so it appears darker, but this strains both it and our vision, especially when the frequency of the pulses is low. You can read more about that in our dedicated article on PWM.
In the graph below, you see the intensity of light at different brightness levels—on the vertical axis is the brightness of the emitted light, and on the horizontal axis—time.
The light from the backlight of the ASUS VivoBook 16 X1607QA display is not pulse-width modulated, providing visual comfort in the discussed aspect.
Health Impact: Blue light emissions
Installing our Health-Guard profile not only eliminates harmful PWM when the laptop uses it to control brightness but also reduces harmful Blue Light emissions while keeping the colors of the screen perceptually accurate.
If you’re not familiar with the Blue light, the TL;DR version is – emissions that negatively affect your eyes, skin, and your whole body. You can find more information about that in our dedicated article on Blue Light.
Health Impact: Screen Reflectance
Glossy-coated displays can cause eye fatigue in high ambient light conditions due to reflections. We measure the level of screen reflection with the display turned off, at a 60° angle.
The reflectance of the ASUS VivoBook’s screen is 51.6 GU. This is a very good result!
High Gloss: >70 GU
Medium Gloss: 30 – 70 GU
Low Gloss: <30 GU
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Since our profiles are tailored for each individual display model, this article and its respective profile package are meant for ASUS VivoBook 16 X1607QA configurations with NE160WUM-N41 (BOE0C14), 1920 х 1200, IPS panel.
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Design and Office
The Design and Office profile makes display colors as close to real as possible.Ideal not only for professionals but also for everyday users, it meets sRGB standards (D65 white point, sRGB gamma) with minimal DeltaE for precise color reproduction on your panel.
Gaming and Movies
Have you ever watched a movie where, during dark scenes, you can barely see anything? Many displays fail to distinguish dark tones properly. Our Gaming and Movies profile enhances low-light performance, like HDR tech, using a gamma curve tailored to human perception — ideal for gamers seeking faster reactions and clearer visuals.
Health-Guard
Our Health-Guard profile protects your eyes by eliminating PWM flickering, reducing strain and fatigue, and minimizing harmful Blue light exposure that can disrupt sleep and health. It uses software dimming and a gamma curve tailored to human perception for comfort and safety during screen use.
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Sound
The sound quality of the ASUS VivoBook 16 X1607QA, emitted by the built-in speakers, is very good. The low, mid, and high frequencies are clear.
Work Performance: CPU, Storage, AI
Currently, ASUS offers the Snapdragon variant of X1607 only with Qualcomm’s base model – X1-26-100. It has 8 cores, 30MB cache, and no “Boost”.
We should note that there’s also a version of Vivobook X1607 with Intel processor – Core Ultra 5 225H.
We’ve tested the X1-26-100 model in “Full speed” mode.
CPU Performance
Single-core performance ensures smooth operation and responsiveness in operating systems, providing a better user experience.
Results are from the Geekbench 6 Single-Core test (higher is better)
Multi-core performance is essential for handling complex and demanding tasks, such as Video editing, CAD, and Scientific simulations.
Results are from the Geekbench 6 Multi-Core test (higher is better)
Here, we evaluate the CPU's performance using a real-world 3D rendering task, assessing its ability to handle complex computations and rendering workloads efficiently.
Results are from the Cinebench 2024 Multi-Core test (higher is better)
Storage Performance
We ordered a 512GB variant of Vivobook 16 X1607 and it arrived with Micron 2500 NVMe SSD, model number MTFDKBA512QGN-1BN1AABGA.
It’s a 2280 drive, PCIe 4.0 x4. The sequential read speed is excellent – 6.7GB/sec, while the sequential writing is limited – 3.7GB/sec.
AI Performance
ASUS Vivobook 16 X1607 can’t be configured with a dedicated GPU for better AI Performance but the Qualcomm Snapdragon X (X1-26-100) has an integrated Qualcomm Hexagon NPU rated at up to 45 TOPS.
Check out our full AI Performance Rankings.
GPU and Gaming Performance
You have only one option – Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite Adreno GPU.
You can find the performance rating of all the GPUs on the market in our Top Laptop Graphics Ranking.
The results are from 3DMark Time Spy (Graphics). Higher is better.
The results are from 3DMark Wild Life Extreme Unlimited. Higher is better.
Gaming tests
We don’t recommend buying an ARM-based laptop for gaming but it’s good to know that playing games on it is possible, although with some glitches and incompatibilities here and there.
CS2 is more than playable with 77 FPS on average.
| Counter Strike 2 | 1200p, Low (Check settings) |
| Average FPS | 77 FPS |
The heavy Black Myth Wukong is barely playable but you can still try it.
| Black Myth: Wukong | 1200p, Low (Check settings) |
| Average FPS | 28 FPS |
Temperatures and Comfort, Noise, Stability
At idle, the CPU package of the ASUS Vivobook 16 X1607QA maintains a temperature of 41°C while being completely silent.
Stability
Following the temperatures of the Snapdragon X X1-26-100 is a chaos even with the latest HWiNFO as we have about 20 no name temperature sensors. However, 8 of them react similarly when the CPU is under stress, which is the exact number of Orion P cores in X1-26-100 so it looks like we’ve caught the sensors we need!
Office Work, Web Development, Design
Short periods (0:00 – 0:10 s) of 100 % CPU load
This test shows the CPU behavior during short periods of serious load. It’s important for users who are looking for laptops suitable for tasks like Web Design and Programming.
| Qualcomm Snapdragon X (X1-26-100) | Avg. Cores Clock | Avg. CPU Temp. | Avg. CPU Power |
| ASUS Vivobook 16 X1607QA | 2 956 MHz | 50 °C | — |
Low temps, and if we can trust the HWINFO data for the cores clock – the frequency is very high.
Video editing, Scientific computing, Software compilation, 3D rendering
Long periods (0:00 – 30:00 min) of 100 % CPU load
This test shows the CPU behavior during long periods of serious load. It’s important for users who are looking for laptops suitable for tasks like Video Editing and 3D Rendering.
| Qualcomm Snapdragon X (X1-26-100) | Avg. Cores Clock | Avg. CPU Temp. | Avg. CPU Power |
| ASUS Vivobook 16 X1607QA | 2 956 MHz | 58 °C | — |
Even under a full-load stress test, average temperatures stay at just 58 °C after half an hour – impressively low.
Battery Life
The battery capacity of ASUS Vivobook 16 X1607 is 50Wh. What we notice is that this is 16% higher than the Intel variant of X1607 (43Wh), while the Snapdragon is more energy-efficieny too. In other words, we have high-expectations.
While the X1-26-100 doesn’t impress with performance, it’s energy efficiency is next level. Almost 20 hours on a single charge, with a battery as little as 50Wh is a much better result than almost any laptop on the market.
Brightness: 180 nits; Display Mode: SDR
Time to Full Discharge: Higher is Better
Disassembly, Upgrade options, and Maintenance
Removing ten JIS-standard screws and popping a few plastic clips is all it takes to lift the bottom panel, giving us an unobstructed view of the Vivobook 16’s internals.
The motherboard stretches almost the full width of the chassis, and right next to the copper heat spreader sit eight Samsung LPDDR5X packages—16 GB in total. With no SO-DIMM slots anywhere on the board the memory is fixed for life, so choose your configuration wisely.
ASUS secures the precision-touchpad mechanism to a sturdy steel bracket, while ribbon cables for the keyboard and clickpad are neatly routed and taped down for strain relief. Servicing either input device requires nothing more than peeling back the tape and undoing a few screws.
Cooling duties are handled by a single blower fan and a heat pipe that snakes across a large copper plate covering the processor. The fins exhaust toward the hinge, so clearing dust from the outlets during a routine clean-up will help the system maintain its turbo clocks.
For storage there is one M.2 2280 slot wired for PCIe 4.0 ×4. Our unit ships with a 512 GB Micron 2500 drive, and any upgrade will mean swapping this module for a larger one.
Wireless connectivity is thankfully not soldered. A socketed Qualcomm QCNFA765 Wi-Fi 6E card sits under the left-hand antenna leads, making future upgrades or replacements straightforward.
The 50 Wh lithium-ion pack is held in by three screws and a pull-up connector. Rated at 11.55 V and 4335 mAh typical, it is the last user-replaceable component before reattaching the bottom cover.
Overall the Vivobook 16 X1607 is refreshingly straightforward to service – just watch out for the soldered RAM and single-slot storage when planning long-term upgrades.
Verdict
The ASUS Vivobook 16 X1607QA is a fascinating machine, but one that presents a very clear set of compromises. It wraps a surprisingly premium-feeling and robust chassis around a platform built for one thing above all else: efficiency. This is not an all-rounder; it’s a specialized tool for users whose priorities are firmly set on mobility, connectivity, and, most of all, unplugged longevity.
For the right user, this Vivobook could be a dream come true, but for others, its significant drawbacks in key areas will be immediate deal-breakers. It’s a laptop of extremes that demands you know exactly what you need.
✅ The Good
The absolute headline feature here is the staggering battery life. Achieving nearly 20 hours on a single charge is a monumental achievement that puts this laptop in a class of its own for all-day (and all-night) productivity. This incredible efficiency is complemented by a build that feels far more premium than its plastic construction suggests, backed by a MIL-STD 810H durability rating.
Connectivity is another massive win. The inclusion of two USB4 ports is exceptional for a laptop in this class, offering high-speed data transfer, display output, and power delivery that truly future-proofs the device.
The system also runs impressively cool and quiet, and its screen is PWM-free, ensuring a comfortable viewing experience without flicker-induced eye strain.
❌ The Bad
The most significant compromise is the display. While comfortable to look at, its extremely poor color coverage at just 55% of the sRGB gamut makes it completely unsuitable for photo editing, design, or any color-sensitive work. The very slow pixel response times also result in noticeable motion blur, making it a poor choice for gaming or even fast-paced video.
Furthermore, the performance from the base-model Snapdragon chip is adequate for daily tasks but underwhelming for more demanding applications, and users may still encounter software compatibility issues with the ARM architecture. The decision to solder the RAM completely removes any possibility of future memory upgrades, which is a major blow to the laptop’s long-term value.
🆚 The Competitors
The most direct competitor is the Vivobook 16’s own sibling, the Intel-powered version (X1607 with Core Ultra 5). The choice between them is a stark one: opt for this Snapdragon model for its world-class battery efficiency and cool operation, or choose the Intel variant for what will almost certainly be better raw performance and guaranteed compatibility with the vast library of x86 Windows software.
Essentially, your decision hinges on a single question. Is a truly all-day battery life more important to you than performance headroom and a vibrant, color-accurate screen? If the answer is yes, this Snapdragon-powered Vivobook is in a league of its own.
You can check the prices and configurations in our Specs System: https://laptopmedia.com/series/asus-vivobook-16-x1607qa/
Pros
- Phenomenal, class-leading battery life
- Surprisingly robust and premium-feeling build quality
- Excellent connectivity with two future-proof USB4 ports
- Runs exceptionally cool and quiet
- PWM-free display is comfortable for long work sessions
- FHD IR camera with a physical privacy shutter
Cons
- Display has very poor color coverage (55% sRGB)
- Soldered RAM prevents any future memory upgrades
- Underwhelming performance for heavy work
Author: Simeon NikolovEditor-in-Chief at LaptopMedia.com with 20+ years of experience in testing and analyzing laptops and mobile devices.
Author: Kroum NikolovHead of Engineering at LaptopMedia.com, inventor and innovator with 40+ years of experience in electronics and high technology.
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