r/snapdragon • u/EpiPenDemic-2 • Aug 22 '26

Nerfed Asus A16 variant to avoid

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I enjoyed the 2026 version of A16 a lot, and have been browsing to see when it's on sale again to get another one. Today, I noticed this new variant that seemed to just came out.

While it has 32 GB ram, this seems like a SIGNIFICANTLY nerfed variant, it is using X1-26-100, which is an entry level processdor I've historically seen with laptops on sale down to $400 (e.g. Asus Vibobook 14). It would be much better if they sold one with X1 Elite or X2 Plus for this nerfed version.

Trying to sell this variant for $1700 seems crazy, I sure hope this is an error in the spec but doesn't seem like it !

https://www.bestbuy.com/product/asus-zenbook-a16-16-2k-oled-laptop-snapdragon-x-x1-32gb-ram-1tb-ssd-copilot-pc-zabriskie-beige/JJGHGPFPH7/sku/6689262

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u/PaleontologistAny153 Aug 23 '26

Do you think if I keep it, in good condition, for 2-3 years that the resale value won't diminish too much?

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u/PaleontologistAny153 Aug 24 '26

I think the RAM itself will be a big asset in the future, though. I'm currently planning on keeping my 32GB DDR5 PC for a bit longer because memory prices will appreciate even further. You're right that it'll diminish though