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ASUS VivoBook Pro 16X 16" Laptop: i9 13980HX, 16" 1600p, 16GB RAM, RTX 4070

+ $19.85 Shipping

$1,330

$1,900

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Micro Center has ASUS VivoBook Pro 16X Laptop (K6604JI-NB96) on sale for $1329.99. Select free store pick up where stock permits otherwise shipping starts at $19.85.
  • Note: Availability for free store pick up may vary by location.
Thanks to community member CuttyBuddy for finding this deal.

Specs:
  • Intel Core i9 13980HX 24-core, 32-thread (2.2GHz Base / 5.5GHz Boost) Processor
  • 16" (2560x1600) WQXGA 0.2ms 600nits 240Hz 100% DCI-P3 Anti-Glare IPS Display
  • 16GB DDR5 SO-DIMM RAM
  • Expansion Slots (includes used): 2x DDR5 SO-DIMM slots / 1x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0x4
  • 1TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 Performance Solid State Drive
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Graphics
  • Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.3
  • Backlit Chiclet Keyboard with Num-key / Fingerprint Sensor
  • Windows 11 Home
  • Ports:
    • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
    • 2x Thunderbolt 4 supports display / power delivery
    • 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL
    • 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
    • 1x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet
    • 1x DC-in
    • SD 4.0 card reader

Editor's Notes

Written by megakimcheelove | Staff
  • Our research indicates that this offer is $570 lower (30% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $1899.99.
  • 1-year limited warranty
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Micro Center has ASUS VivoBook Pro 16X Laptop (K6604JI-NB96) on sale for $1329.99. Select free store pick up where stock permits otherwise shipping starts at $19.85.
  • Note: Availability for free store pick up may vary by location.
Thanks to community member CuttyBuddy for finding this deal.

Specs:
  • Intel Core i9 13980HX 24-core, 32-thread (2.2GHz Base / 5.5GHz Boost) Processor
  • 16" (2560x1600) WQXGA 0.2ms 600nits 240Hz 100% DCI-P3 Anti-Glare IPS Display
  • 16GB DDR5 SO-DIMM RAM
  • Expansion Slots (includes used): 2x DDR5 SO-DIMM slots / 1x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0x4
  • 1TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 Performance Solid State Drive
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Graphics
  • Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.3
  • Backlit Chiclet Keyboard with Num-key / Fingerprint Sensor
  • Windows 11 Home
  • Ports:
    • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
    • 2x Thunderbolt 4 supports display / power delivery
    • 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL
    • 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
    • 1x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet
    • 1x DC-in
    • SD 4.0 card reader

Editor's Notes

Written by megakimcheelove | Staff
  • Our research indicates that this offer is $570 lower (30% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $1899.99.
  • 1-year limited warranty
  • Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.
  • Please see original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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siberstorm27
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This is actually pretty good deal for a unit that rarely goes on sale. Its a really good stealthy gaming laptop. High wattage and beefy cooling system. Unfortunately this is not the coveted OLED model. If you want powerful desktop grade cpu performance with some gaming chops in a relatively light and thin package, this is hard to beat.

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glacon
Feb 22, 2024
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Quote from uknowsana :
For a laptop that is on "deal" for $1300, a touchpad that sucks is simply inexcusable. There is simply no way around it.
Also, remember, new versions of OS are all relying upon AI and newer CPUs are all coming with dedicated AI/Neural Engine. Intel's 14th gen (core ultra) and AMD's 8th gen onwards are the first of such batch of processors. You will see a ton of deals of 13th Gen and older intels (7th gen and old AMDs) because of this. These machines are already obsolete as of now so unless you really need a new lappy, I would recommend waiting it out.
The NPUs in the 14th gen Intel chips are gimmicky. That doesn't mean in the future NPUs won't become important, but right now AI is going to utilize your GPU mostly and your CPU. I'm not holding out for a more expensive machine with a Meteorlake processor and machines without an NPU aren't going to be obsolete for a bit.
Last edited by glacon February 21, 2024 at 09:27 PM.
Feb 22, 2024
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Peichen
Feb 22, 2024
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I have the fancier OLED model and the battery life is short, surprisingly short actually. 2+ hours just browsing the web or watching YouTube. I also cannot get the 13980HX to score as high on Cinebench R23 as other 13900 / 13950 / 13980HX on gaming laptops but that's probably expected
Feb 22, 2024
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uknowsana
Feb 22, 2024
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Quote from glacon :
The NPUs in the 14th gen Intel chips are gimmicky. That doesn't mean in the future NPUs won't become important, but right now AI is going to utilize your GPU mostly and your CPU. I'm not holding out for a more expensive machine with a Meteorlake processor and machines without an NPU aren't going to be obsolete for a bit.
Ok, your choice!
Feb 23, 2024
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glacon
Feb 23, 2024
194 Posts
Quote from SharpHose718 :
Is this laptop quiet in a classroom under normal load (bunch of browser tabs, Microsoft 365 apps open, few more things?)
Mine had a horrible coil whine that came from the two fans. It was so loud and bad I returned it within a few hours of delivery. You can adjust the fans to a whisper mode. The case is pretty cheap feeling too. I'd stay away from it.
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SharpHose718
Feb 23, 2024
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Quote from glacon :
Mine had a horrible coil whine that came from the two fans. It was so loud and bad I returned it within a few hours of delivery. You can adjust the fans to a whisper mode. The case is pretty cheap feeling too. I'd stay away from it.
That's really interesting to hear! I currently have the Zenbook 14X and it feels amazing! Just not a huge fan of the 120hz and 16GB soldered DIMM.
Feb 24, 2024
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PlatypusPenguin
Feb 24, 2024
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I have the OLED model and I want to point out the numpad on this. It's slightly different than normal and may bother some people a lot
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Feb 24, 2024
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JeffryF
Feb 24, 2024
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I'm in between getting this or the zephyrus m16. Anyone know if this machine is any better for gaming? Both gpu's are 4070 8gb. Then you have 13900h vs 13980hx. Both have 240hz displays

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CuttyBuddy
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Quote from JeffryF :
I'm in between getting this or the zephyrus m16. Anyone know if this machine is any better for gaming? Both gpu's are 4070 8gb. Then you have 13900h vs 13980hx. Both have 240hz displays
This one is designed to be a creator laptop with NVIDIA studio drivers (you can still choose game ready drivers if preferred). The processor is definitely better on paper for this model but real-world performance changes for every single laptop model based on power consumption and cooling. I would tell you the Zephyrus will be better if your main concern is gaming.
Feb 24, 2024
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SociableNose7274
Feb 24, 2024
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The M425R2GA3BB0-CQKOD memory I ordered from OEMPCWORLD was delivered as the M425R2GA3BB0-CQKOL variant but unfortunately the Vivobook won't post with it even as the only memory in bank A.

Feb 25, 2024
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SociableNose7274
Feb 25, 2024
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Successfully upgraded to 32GB with a Crucial DDR5-5200 single module. Wouldn't boot with both banks filled but I'm fine with 32 total for this laptop.
Feb 25, 2024
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ShrewdApparel9523
Feb 25, 2024
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Quote from SharpHose718 :
That's really interesting to hear! I currently have the Zenbook 14X and it feels amazing! Just not a huge fan of the 120hz and 16GB soldered DIMM.
Yes Zenbook 14x is amazing and got it for under a $100.
Feb 26, 2024
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OctoberCrow
Feb 26, 2024
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Quote from ShrewdApparel9523 :
Yes Zenbook 14x is amazing and got it for under a $100.
Wow!!! Where???
Feb 27, 2024
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Hat-Trick
Feb 27, 2024
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Quote from OctoberCrow :
Wow!!! Where???
You mean "How"? I'd guess via a bunch of jumping thorough hoops, or it was a mistake in pricing plus added a bunch of rewards, etc. There is no $100 14X deal, so obviously this person's "deal" is a unicorn.
Feb 28, 2024
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glacon
Feb 28, 2024
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Quote from CuttyBuddy :
This one is designed to be a creator laptop with NVIDIA studio drivers (you can still choose game ready drivers if preferred). The processor is definitely better on paper for this model but real-world performance changes for every single laptop model based on power consumption and cooling. I would tell you the Zephyrus will be better if your main concern is gaming.
The M16 is a better all around computer that's pretty great. I'd stay away from this one like the plague. I hated mine.

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CuttyBuddy
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Looks like it dropped to $1,250 now!

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