Apple MacBook Air (M5) vs Asus Zenbook A16
Critics score the Apple MacBook Air (M5) 88 and the Asus Zenbook A16 86 out of 100, from 8 and 8 professional reviews. 5 outlets reviewed both: 2 scored the Apple MacBook Air (M5) higher, 1 scored the Asus Zenbook A16 higher and 2 gave both the same score. On average those critics put the Apple MacBook Air (M5) 4 points ahead.
Image: AppleApple MacBook Air (M5)
Praised for: performance (7 of 8), battery life (5 of 8)
Criticised for: price (4 of 8)
The catch: The starting price rose, and the design and display feel dated.
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Image: AsusAsus Zenbook A16
Praised for: battery life (5 of 8), picture quality (4 of 8), performance (4 of 8)
Criticised for: price (3 of 8), battery life (2 of 8)
The catch: It is expensive, and graphics power is weak.
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Critics who reviewed both
The fairest comparison: the same reviewer, the same standards| Outlet | Apple MacBook Air (M5) | Asus Zenbook A16 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| WIRED | 90 | 70 | +20 |
| TechRadar | 95 | 80 | +15 |
| Digital Trends | 90 | 90 | same |
| Trusted Reviews | 90 | 90 | same |
| Expert Reviews | 80 | 95 | -15 |
Scores converted to 0–100. Difference is the Apple MacBook Air (M5) minus the Asus Zenbook A16. Outlined tiles are estimated from the verdict. Each score links to the review.
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Common questions
Which is better, the Apple MacBook Air (M5) or the Asus Zenbook A16?
Critics rate the Apple MacBook Air (M5) higher: 88 against 86. 5 outlets reviewed both: 2 scored the Apple MacBook Air (M5) higher, 1 scored the Asus Zenbook A16 higher and 2 gave both the same score. On average those critics put the Apple MacBook Air (M5) 4 points ahead.
Do critics agree about the Apple MacBook Air (M5) and the Asus Zenbook A16?
The Apple MacBook Air (M5): broad agreement, scores from 80 to 95. The Asus Zenbook A16: critics split, scores from 70 to 100.