The ASUS ROG Flow X13 offers high performance and is slightly more portable due to its lighter weight and smaller screen size, well-suited for gaming and intensive engineering tasks with a premium price tag. Meanwhile, the Dell Precision 5470, featuring professional-grade graphics and a larger screen, is tailored for engineering and professional work, with a slightly longer battery life and a more affordable price in comparison. Neither excel in battery life for heavy tasks, but both have sufficient performance for general use, with the Flow X13 having a higher refresh rate and touchscreen option for more interactive and smoother visuals. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X13
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the Dell Precision 5470
Best in class speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.7/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Precision 5470 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
7.8/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Precision 5470 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 stands out in engineering and design use with its high-performance AMD Ryzen CPU and RTX 4070 GPU, which are complemented by a high-quality display with excellent color coverage and brightness; conversely, the Dell Precision 5470, while still providing solid performance with an Intel i7 CPU and RTX A1000 GPU, focuses more on professional features like a Windows 11 Pro Operating System and exceptional build quality, though its screen falls short in terms of resolution and color accuracy compared to the ASUS. While both laptops are portable and feature good keyboards, the ASUS may be preferred for more graphics-intensive tasks, whereas the Dell is tailored to professional workplace environments and is slightly better in portability and speaker quality.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
7.3/10
13.4in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a better screen than the Dell Precision 5470 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Flow X13's screen offers clarity and brightness suitable for everyday tasks, while the Dell Precision 5470's screen also provides a crisp and luminous display but lacks the visual edge that the ASUS offers. In terms of engineering and design work, the ASUS's display covers a wide range of colors, which is crucial for accurate color work, while the Dell, although good, may not render the color spectrum as thoroughly. For gaming and 3D applications, however, both the ASUS and the Dell fall short in delivering the high refresh rate that provides smooth motion, a setback that can impede the immersive and responsive experience gamers and 3D professionals seek.
Cost
$2,500
$1,669
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a price of $2,500 and the Dell Precision 5470 costs $1,669.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X13 to be very good for general use, while the Dell Precision 5470 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 stands out for general use with its high-resolution, touch-enabled display and 2-in-1 flexibility for tablet-like interaction, combined with a lightweight and slim design for enhanced portability. In contrast, the Dell Precision 5470 offers a professional-grade processor and higher port quality for connectivity, along with a slightly longer battery life, but is less versatile in terms of screen functionality and carries a bit more weight.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.8/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X13 to be very good for content creation, while the Dell Precision 5470 is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
8.0/10
7.7/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X13 to be very good for software development, while the Dell Precision 5470 is good.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Battery
8.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell Precision 5470 has 9 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
13.4in
SIZE
14.0in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and Dell Precision 5470 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
8.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and Dell Precision 5470 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS ROG Flow X13 and the Dell Precision 5470 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Flow X13 is not an off-the-shelf convertible. This quickly becomes clear when you take a closer look at the technical specs. The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS is a state-of-the-art SoC with 8 cores and 16 threads, which also makes the 2-in-1 interesting as a work device. With 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD, gamers are also well taken care of. The dedicated Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q fits well into the overall concept and ensures a solid 3D performance. With the eGPU dock, which is equipped with a GeForce RTX 3080, the small convertible transforms into a full-fledged desktop replacement in terms of performance."
"The Dell Precision 5470 is a mobile workstation that's far more portable than most alternatives. Between its slim 14-inch design and top-quality MIL-STD 810H build, it's one of the best options around for taking professional-grade performance on the road or to the job site. There are tradeoffs for its portability, and users of the most demanding, graphics-intensive applications will need to carry something heavier. But the Dell's exceptional battery life underscores its desirability as the most portable workstation we've seen."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
About Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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