Asus Vivobook 16 2023 X1605ZAB-MB342WS Laptop (12th Gen Core i3/ 16GB/ 512GB SSD/ Win11 Home)

Overview

Reviewed by Priyanka Singh · Senior Consumer-Tech Editor

The Asus Vivobook 16 2023 X1605ZAB-MB342WS Laptop (12th Gen Core i3/ 16GB/ 512GB SSD/ Win11 Home) is Asus's take on a value-focused laptop, built around ram of 16 GB DDR4, display of 16 inches, resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels.. For everyday work, study and light multitasking it should feel responsive. On the other side, heavy creators or gamers will want to check the graphics and thermals before committing. Below you'll find the full specifications, live prices across stores, our editor's verdict, and a quality-checked refurbished alternative that can get you the same specs for noticeably less. If you value getting more for your money, the refurbished route is worth a serious look before buying new.

Full Specifications

Price	₹ 35,569
RAM	16 GB DDR4
Display	16 inches
Series	Vivobook 16 (2023)
Model	X1605ZAB-MB342WS
Utility	Performance
Os	Windows 11 Home (64-bit)
Dimensions	358.7 x 249.5 x 19.9 mm
Weight	1.88 kg
Warranty	1 year Warranty
Touch	No
Resolution	1920 x 1200 pixels
Ppi	~ 142 PPI
Refresh Rate	60 Hz
Anti Glare Screen	Yes
Ethernet	No
Wifi	Wi-Fi 6(802.11ax) (Dual band) 2*2
Bluetooth	v5.3
Usb Ports	1 x USB Type-C, 2 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0
Hdmi	1 x HDMI Port
Microphone In	Yes
Headphone Jack	Yes
Input Camera	720p HD camera With privacy shutter
Input Keyboard	Backlit Chiclet Keyboard with Num-key, Yes
Input Keyboard Backlit	Yes
Input Touchpad	Yes
Input Inbuilt Microphone	Built-in microphone
Input Speakers	Built-in Speakers
Input Optical Drive	No
Processor Processor	12th Gen Intel Core i3 1215U
Processor Speed	2 x 1.2 GHz (Turbo Speed upto 4.4 GHz) Performance Cores 4 x 900 MHz (Turbo Speed upto 3.3 GHz) Efficient Cores
Processor Cores	Hexa Core (2P + 4E), 8 Threads
Processor Cache	10 MB
Processor Brand	Intel
Processor Series	Core i3
Processor Model	1215U
Processor Generation	12th Gen
Graphics Gpu	Intel Integrated UHD
Graphics Brand	Intel
Solid State Drive	512 GB SSD
Ssd Interface	NVMe
Battery	42 Wh, 3 Cell Battery
Sales Package	Laptop, battery, power adapter, user guide
Type	IPS-level Panel
Aspect Ratio	16:10
Features	300nits, 45% NTSC color gamut, display
Input Sound	SonicMaster
Adapter Type	45W
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes
Processor Process Node	10 nm

Editor Verdict

4.0/5

Editorial rating

“A strong all-rounder that covers the essentials well; the refurbished option makes it even better value.”

Value for Money 4.5

Performance 4.5

Boot & App Speed 3.5

Display 4.0

Battery Backup 4.0

Build Quality 4.0

Priyanka Singh Senior Consumer-Tech Editor

Priyanka Singh has spent 8+ years reviewing consumer electronics in India, hands-on testing laptops, phones and TVs for real-world value. She focuses on what a device actually delivers for the price — and whether a refurbished unit is the smarter buy.

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Processor	12th Gen Intel Core i3 1215U	11th Gen Intel Core i7 1165G7	6th Gen Intel Core i5 6287U
RAM	16 GB DDR4	16 GB DDR4	8 GB DDR4
Storage	512 GB SSD	1 TB SSD	256 GB SSD
Display	16 inches	15.6 inches	15.6 inches
Graphics	Intel Integrated UHD	NVIDIA Geforce MX450	Intel Iris Graphics 550
OS	Windows 11 Home (64-bit)	Windows 10 Pro (64-bit)	Windows 10 (64-bit)