Asus has officially introduced the Vivobook S 16 (2025) to the Nepali market. This latest entry in the Vivobook lineup brings high-end display technology alongside a choice between Intel Arrow Lake-H mobile processors and AMD Ryzen AI 300 series silicon, making it a compelling choice for both productivity enthusiasts and creative professionals.
Sleek Build and Display
Weighing in at 1.5 kg, the Asus Vivobook S 16 is designed for portable everyday use without sacrificing screen real estate. It features a 16-inch Asus Lumina OLED panel delivering a resolution of 2880 x 1800 pixels. The display supports a fast 120Hz refresh rate and covers 100% of the DCI-P3 color space, offering bright, color-accurate visuals suited for photo editing, video work, and media consumption.
Performance and Hardware
Under the hood, buyers in Nepal have two primary CPU options. Power users and creators can opt for the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H processor, which packs 16 cores and 16 threads for heavy workloads. Alternatively, the AMD Ryzen AI 340 configuration features 6 cores and 12 threads, focusing on efficient performance for everyday tasks. Both chipsets come with integrated NPUs designed to accelerate AI workloads. On the memory side, the Vivobook S 16 offers up to 32GB of RAM alongside 1TB of solid-state storage.
Connectivity and Battery Life
In terms of wireless support, the laptop comes equipped with Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. Physical ports include two USB-A ports, two Thunderbolt 4 ports, an HDMI 2.1 port, an SD card slot, and a standard 3.5mm headphone jack. The device relies on a 75Wh battery for power and includes a 90W power adapter in the package.
Price and Availability in Nepal
The Asus Vivobook S 16 (2025) is currently available for purchase through retail outlets across Nepal. The AMD-powered model featuring the Ryzen AI 340 carries a price tag of NPR 169,000, while the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H edition is priced at NPR 2,14,999.
