As the name suggests, the Vivobook 18's main selling point is its expansive 16:10 Full HD IPS display. While a higher resolution would have been welcome at this size, the 144Hz refresh rate and 100% sRGB color gamut coverage deliver smooth visuals and accurate color reproduction, making it particularly suitable for media consumption and basic creative tasks.
On the performance front, this model is equipped with AMD's Ryzen 7 260 APU based on the Zen 4 architecture. The 8-core, 16-thread design paired with up to 32GB of DDR5 memory delivers performance that, according to official benchmarks, rivals Intel's Core Ultra 9 185H processor. Graphics processing relies on the integrated Radeon 780M with RDNA 3 architecture. While it lacks a dedicated GPU, it's capable of handling everyday productivity tasks and light gaming.
Storage comes in the form of a 512GB M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD, with a single SODIMM slot available for memory expansion.
The port selection is fairly standard, featuring two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C ports (supporting PD charging and video output), two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, HDMI 2.1 TMDS (compatible with HDMI 2.0), and a 3.5mm audio jack.
Wireless connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3, while a built-in FHD webcam with physical shutter and IR functionality supports Windows Hello biometric authentication. The 70Wh battery, combined with power-efficient hardware, promises solid battery life.
The laptop weighs 2.6kg, which is relatively lightweight for an 18-inch device.
The Vivobook 18 has launched in Germany at €899 and is expected to roll out globally soon with similar pricing. With its extra-large display and affordable price point, this model carves out a unique position in the mainstream laptop market for productivity and entertainment.
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