
Quick answer: The ASUS Vivobook 16 R1605VA-MB999 (90NB10N3-M01850) is a 16-inch laptop with a 13th Gen Intel Core i7-1335U processor, 16GB DDR4 RAM, a 512GB NVMe SSD and a roomy 16:10 WUXGA (1920 x 1200) anti-glare display. It suits students, office work, accounting and anyone who wants a large screen for documents and spreadsheets. At Tech Point Zone it costs AED 2,599 in the UAE. It ships without a licensed Windows, so factor in your own Windows 11 licence.
It belongs to the popular ASUS Vivobook 16 family. The 16:10 screen shows more rows of a spreadsheet or document than a 16:9 panel, the full-size keyboard has a numeric keypad, and the Wi-Fi 6E card, HDMI port and three USB-A ports cover most everyday connections. The finish is Indie Black.
| Model | ASUS Vivobook 16 R1605VA-MB999 (90NB10N3-M01850) |
|---|---|
| Processor | 13th Gen Intel Core i7-1335U (10 cores, 12 threads) |
| Graphics | Integrated Intel graphics |
| Memory | 16GB DDR4 (one SO-DIMM slot; ASUS lists 16GB as the maximum) |
| Storage | 512GB M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 SSD |
| Display | 16.0″ WUXGA 1920 x 1200, 16:10, IPS-level, 60Hz, 300 nits, 45% NTSC, anti-glare, non-touch |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Battery | 42Wh, 3-cell Li-ion |
| Weight | 1.88 kg |
| Operating system | No licensed Windows included |
The Intel Core i7 with 10 cores and 12 threads and 16GB of RAM handle Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Teams and Zoom calls, research with many browser tabs and video lectures without slowing down. That makes it a capable student laptop.
The 16-inch 16:10 display gives extra vertical space for Excel sheets and reports, and the numeric keypad speeds up data entry. The anti-glare, TÜV Rheinland-certified panel is easier on the eyes in bright offices and classrooms. Browse more business laptops if you need other options.
You get 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C, 1 x USB 2.0, HDMI 1.4 and a 3.5mm combo audio jack, plus Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 for fast, stable wireless. The 720p webcam has a physical privacy shutter.
This part number (no “W” suffix) is supplied without a licensed copy of Windows. Install your own Windows 11 or other operating system. If you want a ready-to-use Windows laptop, see our other ASUS laptops.
Choose it if you want a large, affordable Core i7 laptop for study, office tasks and everyday use. It is not designed for gaming or video editing: graphics are integrated, the display is a 60Hz panel with 45% NTSC colour (not suited to colour-critical design work), and at 1.88 kg it is heavier than 14-inch models. Keep the Windows licence in mind when comparing prices with laptops that include it.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Large 16-inch 16:10 screen with extra working space | 60Hz panel with 45% NTSC colour, not for colour-critical work |
| 13th Gen Core i7, 10 cores / 12 threads | No licensed Windows included |
| 16GB DDR4 RAM and 512GB NVMe SSD | 16GB is the maximum RAM ASUS lists for this configuration |
| Wi-Fi 6E, HDMI, three USB-A ports and a numeric keypad | 1.88 kg and 42Wh battery: less portable than a 14-inch laptop |
| Webcam privacy shutter, MIL-STD-810H tested | Integrated graphics: not for gaming or video editing |
| Laptop | Processor | RAM / storage | Display | Price (AED) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vivobook 16 R1605VA | Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) | 16GB / 512GB | 16″ WUXGA 16:10 | 2,599 |
| Vivobook 15 A1502VA | Intel Core i7-13620H | 16GB / 512GB | 15.6″ FHD IPS | 2,750 |
| Vivobook S 15 OLED S5507QA | Snapdragon X Plus X1P-42-100 | 16GB / 1TB | 15.6″ 3K OLED 120Hz | 2,720 |
| HP OmniBook 3 16 | Intel Core Ultra 5 225U | 8GB / 512GB–1TB | 16″ | from 2,350 |
Want Windows 11 already installed or a sharper screen? Step up to the Vivobook S 15 OLED with a 3K 120Hz OLED display and 1TB SSD, or compare the 15.6-inch Vivobook 15 A1502VA. Browse all ASUS laptops or add a mouse or bag from our accessories.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS |
| Series | Vivobook 16 |
| Model | R1605VA-MB999 (90NB10N3-M01850) |
| Barcode (UPC) | 197105659384 |
| Colour | Indie Black |
| Processor | 13th Gen Intel Core i7-1335U, 10 cores / 12 threads |
| Graphics | Integrated Intel graphics |
| Memory | 16GB DDR4, 1 x SO-DIMM slot (ASUS lists 16GB maximum) |
| Storage | 512GB M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 SSD (M.2 2280 slot) |
| Display | 16.0" WUXGA (1920 x 1200), 16:10, IPS-level, 60Hz, 300 nits, 45% NTSC, anti-glare, TÜV Rheinland certified |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Keyboard | English chiclet keyboard with numeric keypad (backlight not specified by ASUS for this configuration) |
| Camera | HD 720p with privacy shutter |
| Audio | Built-in speaker and array microphone, SonicMaster |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) + Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Ports | 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C, 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A, 1 x HDMI 1.4, 3.5mm combo audio jack, DC-in |
| Battery | 42Wh, 3-cell Li-ion |
| Power adapter | 45W |
| Security | Firmware TPM, BIOS user password |
| Operating system | No licensed Windows included |
| Dimensions | 358.7 x 249.5 x 19.9 mm |
| Weight | 1.88 kg |
| Durability | MIL-STD-810H tested |
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The ASUS Vivobook 16 R1605VA-MB999 (90NB10N3-M01850) with Intel Core i7-1335U, 16GB RAM and a 512GB SSD costs AED 2,599 at Tech Point Zone, VAT included.
No. This configuration is supplied without a licensed copy of Windows. You will need to install your own Windows 11 licence or another operating system.
It has a 13th Gen Intel Core i7-1335U with 10 cores and 12 threads, designed for efficient everyday performance in thin laptops.
The laptop has 16GB DDR4 in a SO-DIMM slot, and ASUS lists 16GB as the maximum for this configuration, so no further RAM upgrade is expected.
The 512GB drive is an M.2 NVMe SSD, and ASUS lists an M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 slot, so it can be replaced with a larger compatible drive. Contact us on WhatsApp before upgrading.
No. It has a 16-inch non-touch WUXGA (1920 x 1200) anti-glare display with a 16:10 aspect ratio.
Two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C port, one USB 2.0 Type-A port, one HDMI 1.4 port, a 3.5mm combo audio jack and the power input.
Yes. This model has an English keyboard with a full-size layout and a numeric keypad.
Only light games and basic editing. It uses integrated graphics, so for gaming or heavy editing choose a laptop with a dedicated graphics card.
It is Indie Black and weighs 1.88 kg, with a thickness of about 19.9 mm.
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