Vivobook S16: ASUS has announced not one but two new laptops for 2025, which address very different users. On the one side, the Vivobook S16 now comes with a Snapdragon X processor, combining AI capability with portability. On the other hand, the Chromebook CX15 is offering a no-frills, budget option for general users and students. Both have their respective strengths to provide in design, performance, and price.
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Vivobook S16 with Snapdragon X: Where Efficiency and AI Converge
Earlier this year, ASUS launched its Vivobook S14 and S16 featuring Intel’s latest Core Ultra processors. The Vivobook S16 has now been refreshed with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X, a budget but efficient processor. While being positioned as a budget laptop, it boasts a powerful battery and AI capabilities through the 45 TOPS NPU that powers Copilot+ features and ASUS’ AI software. It is paired with 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB PCIe Gen 4 SSD storage for smooth multitasking and fast data access.
Display and Build Quality of the Vivobook S16
The Vivobook S16 has a 16-inch OLED screen with FHD+ (1920 x 1200) resolution, 16:10 aspect ratio, and 95% DCI-P3 color gamut for vivid colors. It also gives up to 300 nits of brightness and is ideal for indoor and outdoor usage under light environments. Despite the large screen, the laptop weighs only 1.74 kg. It also has a 70Wh battery and 65W USB-C fast charging. The other significant specifications include a Backlit Keyboard, Full HD web camera with IR, Dolby Atmos certified speakers, WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and Windows 11 Home pre-loaded.
Chromebook CX15: Trustworthy and Affordable
The ASUS Chromebook CX15 is targeted at budget-conscious consumers. It has a 15.6-inch LCD with an FHD screen and 300 nits brightness. It is fueled by the Intel Celeron N4500 processor, accompanied by up to 8GB RAM and 128GB storage, under ChromeOS for basic performance. The CX15 promises up to 13 hours of battery life, thereby making it a safe choice for students or general office use.
Durability and Connectivity of Chromebook CX15
ASUS has integrated the Titan C security chip in the CX15 to provide greater data security. It’s US MIL-STD 810H military-grade durability standards compliant, meaning it can withstand everyday bumps. The laptop has WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, an HDMI port, a USB-A port, two USB-C ports, and a 3.5mm audio jack. Its 42Wh battery can support 45W USB-C charging.
Pricing and Availability
The ASUS Vivobook S16 Snapdragon X has a price tag of 79,990 INR with top-of-the-line features and AI capabilities in a slim form factor. The Chromebook CX15, meanwhile, starts at 19,990 INR and is an entry-level but yet capable laptop. Both devices are available for purchase through ASUS’ official site as well as Flipkart.