Description
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand / Model | ASUS Vivobook 16X K3605ZF-RP005W |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-12500H (≈ 4.5 GHz boost, 4 Performance + 8 Efficiency cores) |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 (4 GB GDDR6) / Intel UHD (integrated) |
| Display | 16.0″ WUXGA (1920×1200), IPS-level, 144 Hz, anti-glare |
| Memory | 8 GB DDR4 onboard (expandable) |
| Storage | 512 GB NVMe PCIe SSD |
| Ports & Connectivity | USB-C (Gen1), USB-A ports, HDMI 2.1, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, SD reader |
| Extras | Backlit keyboard, 720p webcam with shutter |
| Battery | ~50 Wh, 3-cell Li-ion |
| Weight | ≈ 1.80 kg |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
| Color | Indie Black |
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The ASUS Vivobook 16X K3605ZF-RP005W, also styled as Vivobook 16X K3605ZF RP005W, ASUS Vivobook 16X (K3605) i5-12500H/RTX 2050, or Vivobook 16X gaming laptop, is a mid-range gaming/creative work laptop made for users who want both performance and portability. It comes equipped with a 12th Gen Intel Core i5-12500H, 8 GB DDR4 RAM, a speedy 512 GB NVMe SSD, and a discrete graphics card NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 (4GB GDDR6). The display is a 16.0-inch WUXGA panel with a 144 Hz refresh rate, delivering smoother visuals during gaming and motion. It ships with Windows 11 Home and is finished in Indie Black. These specs are based on reliable sources from ASUS’s official tech-spec pages and regional showcases.
Features
Processor & Performance
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The Intel Core i5-12500H is a 12-core chip (4 performance cores + 8 efficiency cores), with a boost clock up to roughly 4.5 GHz, making it capable of running gaming, content creation, and multitasking workloads with relative ease.
Graphics & Display
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Discrete NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 (4 GB GDDR6) gives you better graphics performance than integrated graphics alone, enabling smoother gaming at medium to high settings in many titles, plus hardware acceleration for creative tasks.
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The 16.0-inch WUXGA (1920×1200) display runs at 144 Hz, offering responsive motion and lower input lag — good for gaming, video, and fast action. It’s an IPS-level panel, LED-backlit, with anti-glare coating.
Memory & Storage
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Built with 8 GB DDR4 RAM on board. While enough for many games and tasks, you may benefit from upgrading to 16 GB for more demanding use.
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512 GB NVMe PCIe SSD allows fast boot times, quick load times for applications and games, and decent storage capacity out of the box.
Ports & Connectivity
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USB-C (Gen 1) with support for power delivery.
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Multiple USB-A ports, an HDMI 2.1 output, 3.5 mm audio combo jack, SD card reader, etc.
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Wi-Fi 6E (dual-band) & Bluetooth 5.3 for modern wireless connectivity.
Design & Build Extras
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Backlit chiclet keyboard with numeric keypad.
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720p webcam with privacy shutter.
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Battery capacity of about 50 Whrs, 3-cell Li-ion.
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Weight approximately 1.80 kg.
Benefits
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Balanced gaming capabilities: The i5-12500H + RTX 2050 combo gives you a good entry-into discrete GPU gaming without going into very high heat/noise levels.
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Smooth display and visuals due to the 144 Hz panel, reducing motion blur in games and video.
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Good storage speed and capacity with the NVMe SSD, making load times snappier and OS/app launching faster.
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Modern ports & wireless connectivity, ensuring compatibility with external monitors, accessories, and better internet speeds.
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Reasonable portability: While not ultra-light, 1.80 kg is acceptable for a 16-inch gaming/creative laptop.
Potential Limitations
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8 GB RAM is somewhat minimal for gaming, content creation, and future-proofing — upgrading to 16 GB will improve performance in many modern games and multitasking scenarios.
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The display is not OLED in this specific configuration (unless upgraded), so color accuracy and contrast may be less impressive compared to OLED variants.
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Battery life under gaming or heavy load will likely be modest due to GPU and CPU demands.
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For high FPS gaming at high settings (especially in AAA titles), the RTX-2050 will not match the performance of higher-end GPUs; some settings might need to be turned down.
Q&A Section
Q: Is the Vivobook 16X K3605ZF-RP005W good for gaming?
A: Yes — with its RTX 2050 graphics card and i5-12500H CPU, it can run many modern games at medium to high settings, especially at 1080p. For very demanding AAA titles, expect to adjust graphics settings for smoother performance.
Q: Can I upgrade RAM to improve performance?
A: Yes. While this version comes with 8 GB on board, there is an extra SO-DIMM slot (or possibility to upgrade) so you can expand to 16 GB for better multitasking.
Q: Is this display good for creative work (video/photo editing)?
A: It’s decent — the 144 Hz IPS-level panel is great for smoothness and motion. However, the color gamut (≈45% NTSC or similar) limits how accurate color reproduction will be for professional creatives. For best color work, an OLED version of Vivobook 16X is better.
Q: How is portability and build quality?
A: Fairly good. At ~1.80 kg and a reasonable thickness for a 16-inch gaming/creative laptop, it's manageable to carry. Build is typical of VivoBook line — solid, but not rugged like some premium gaming laptops.
Q: What operating system comes pre-installed?
A: Windows 11 Home. Ready to go out of the box