The ASUS ROG Flow X16 offers a powerful combination of AMD Ryzen 9 processor and Nvidia RTX graphics which is ideal for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and AAA gaming, along with a high-refresh-rate display for a smoother visual experience. It's also a 2-in-1 convertible, adding the flexibility to use it as a tablet. Conversely, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus, while more affordable and slightly more portable due to its lower weight, uses an Intel i7 processor with integrated graphics, which is well-suited for general use and engineering software, but may not perform as well with graphics-intensive applications. Battery life will also likely be better on the Dell due to less demanding hardware. If budget is a concern and your workload does not involve heavy graphics tasks, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus could be a more cost-effective choice. However, if performance, especially in graphics, is a priority and you're okay with a heavier device, the ASUS ROG Flow X16 is a more capable, albeit more expensive option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X16
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
Very good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.6/10
6.6/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 stands out for gaming and 3D applications with its high-refresh rate screen and more powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card, whereas the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a lower-refresh rate screen and relies on the integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, which is less suited for demanding graphical tasks. Despite this, the Inspiron may benefit those looking for a more lightweight laptop with a competitive CPU, the Intel i7-12700H, for tasks not as graphics-intensive.
Engineering and Design
8.3/10
7.8/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 stands out for engineering and design because of its superior AMD Ryzen 9 CPU and Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, offering strong performance and high-end graphics capabilities suitable for demanding tasks, along with a higher resolution, brighter, and more color-accurate screen that is also a touchscreen.
Screen Quality
8.5/10
7.0/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
326.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Flow X16's high resolution and bright display make it ideal for crisp and clear visuals, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers slightly less superior visual quality but is still quite good for everyday tasks. In engineering and design, the ASUS stands out for its wide color gamut, rendering colors more accurately, which is crucial for detailed work, whereas the Dell Inspiron has decent color representation, but not as expansive. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the ASUS's lower refresh rate can lead to less fluid motion, making it less suitable, while the Dell Insprion, despite similar shortcomings in refresh rate, would face the same challenges for these high-motion scenarios.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Flow X16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has very good build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,300
$1,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a price of $1,300 and the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus costs $1,000.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X16 to be very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 offers a high-quality screen, ample power for general use with its AMD Ryzen CPU and RTX GPU, and versatility as a 2-in-1 convertible with a touch screen, but its heavier weight and shorter battery life make it less portable than the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus, which offers solid performance for general use with an Intel CPU, lighter weight and slightly longer battery life, but has a non-touch screen and less suitable for graphics-intensive tasks.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.9/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X16 to be very good for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 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
7.7/10
7.7/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both good for software development.
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
5.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has 6 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Flow X16 and the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus compare to other laptops
"Above all else, the Asus ROG Flow X16 is one thing - versatile! It is a thin, mobile work device, it's a 2-in-1, tablet, a powerful workstation and even a gaming PC. But something even more surprising: It does all of these things really well without making any big blunders. It's anything but a lazy compromise. Because, despite its compact dimensions and 2-in-1 functionality, the hardware isn't throttled and boasts, at least in turbo mode, above-average performance."
"The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is for power users on a budget. If you're looking to maximize CPU and GPU performance on your next 14-inch laptop, then consider the pricier Razer Blade 14 or Asus Zephyrus G14. If you're looking for a thin-and-light 14-inch Ultrabook, then the Asus Zenbook 14 or LG Gram 14 may be better options. For the best of both worlds, however, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420 rides a fine line between extreme performance and portability while keeping prices at reasonable levels. Frequent travelers who rely on performance beyond what the Core U-series and integrated graphics series can offer will find the Dell to be a solid solution."
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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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