ASUS Vivobook 16 2026 Ryzen Edition launches with 5.1GHz chip and 144Hz display for around $834

ASUS launched the Vivobook 16 2026 in China on October 7, offering a mid-range laptop with a high-refresh-rate display and a modern AMD processor. This release gives buyers a portable option that balances everyday productivity with smooth visual performance for under $900. The laptop is designed for students and remote workers who require a high-quality display and efficient multitasking capabilities at an accessible price point.

ASUS Vivobook 16 2026 Ryzen Edition offers 16-inch 2560×1600 144Hz display and 5.1GHz Ryzen 7 H 260 processor

The laptop runs on the AMD Ryzen 7 H 260 processor, which uses a 4nm manufacturing process to deliver efficient performance. This chip provides eight physical cores and sixteen threads, with a maximum boost frequency of 5.1GHz for demanding tasks. Graphics performance is provided by the integrated Radeon 780M GPU running at 2.7GHz.

Specifications

• Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 H 260 (8 cores, 16 threads, 5.1GHz boost, 4nm process)
• Graphics: Radeon 780M iGPU (2.7GHz)
• NPU Performance: 16 TOPS (System total 38 TOPS)
• Display: 16-inch, 2560 x 1600, 144Hz, 100% sRGB, Low Blue Light
• Memory: 16GB LPDDR5

ASUS equipped the system with a 16-inch display that outputs a 2560 by 1600 resolution at a 144Hz refresh rate. The screen covers 100% of the sRGB color space and includes low blue light technology to reduce eye strain during long sessions. Memory and storage are handled by 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and a 512GB solid-state drive, with an additional M.2 2280 slot available for future upgrades.

The device measures 15.9mm in thickness and weighs 1.65kg, making it a relatively compact 16-inch machine. Connectivity options include two full-featured USB 3.2 Type-C ports, two USB 3.2 Type-A ports, an HDMI 2.1 port, and a 3.5mm audio jack. The processor also integrates an NPU that delivers 16 TOPS of AI performance, bringing the system total to 38 TOPS.

ASUS priced the Vivobook 16 2026 at 5599 CNY (around $834) for the launch period and 5999 CNY (around $894) for the standard retail price. The laptop is currently available for purchase on major Chinese e-commerce platforms. The device is priced at 5599 CNY (around $834) for the launch period, with a standard price of 5999 CNY (around $894).