2025 Asus Vivobook 16 updated with faster Snapdragon X X1 processor for under $800

[Redaktion]

The Snapdragon option will be even more affordable than the AMD option while providing longer battery life and likely quieter fan noise.

https://www.notebookcheck.net/2025-Asus-Vivobook-16-updated-with-faster-Snapdragon-X-X1-processor-for-under-800.981668.0.html

[heffeque]

I'm assuming that it's an OK laptop for Linux, but I'd definitely not touch it for Windows.

[mevinyavin]

Um, the Snapdragon X1 26 100 is a budget Snapdragon (less even than the Snapdragon Plus, much less than the Elite), not a next generation. It is not faster, near as I can tell from reviews I've seen all over.