ASUS VIVOBOOK S16 (S3607C)

LAPTOP

- REVIEWED BY GABRIEL JOHN PE

The ASUS Vivobook line has consistently offered excellent value, providing some of the most cost-effective laptops on the market. These devices strike a great balance of features, performance, and an accessible price point. Additionally, many models boast an attractive design. The ASUS Vivobook S16 (S3607C) is one of the newest laptops in the Vivobook lineup, featuring a second-generation Intel Core Ultra processor, Al capabilities, and a long-lasting battery.

DESIGN

The unboxing experience is typical of ASUS laptops, with eco-friendly packaging. Inside, you'll find some paperwork, a 65W USB-C charger, and the laptop itself. ASUS also includes an ASUS backpack with purchases of the Vivobook S16 and other Vivobook models.

The ASUS Vivobook S16 (S3607C) sports a matte gray finish and a metallic body. The metallic chassis contributes to a premium and solid build quality. Unlike some other Vivobooks, the S16 has a more minimalist aesthetic, with only a subtle “ASUS Vivobook” logo on the cover.

Upon opening the laptop, you're greeted by a 16-inch, 1920 x 1200 WUXGA IPS display with a 144 Hz refresh rate and anti-glare properties. While not an OLED or particularly vibrant IPS panel, it features a 16:10 aspect ratio, common in ASUS laptops, allowing for more on-screen content for productivity. An IR camera with a physical shutter is located at the top of the display.

ASUS has managed to incorporate a full-sized keyboard with a small number pad. The generously sized keys make for a comfortable typing experience, and while it's not a mechanical keyboard, the chiclet-style keys are quite pleasant to type on. Below the keyboard is a large touchpad that incorporates ASUS' gesture shortcuts. I found it to be fast and accurate, so much so that I rarely used a mouse during my review.