The ASUS ROG Flow X16 offers robust performance suitable for intensive tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, and gaming, owing to its AMD Ryzen 9 processor and Nvidia RTX graphics card. If you often perform such demanding work, this could be an excellent choice. The tradeoff is less portability due to its larger size and heavier weight compared to the Dell Latitude 5430. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5430 is more portable due to its lighter weight and smaller size, making it a good fit for general use and business applications. It's also less expensive but doesn't cater as well to performance-heavy tasks due to its more modest Intel i5 processor and integrated graphics. Lastly, the ASUS acts as a 2-in-1 convertible, providing the flexibility to use it as a tablet, while the Dell doesn't have this feature. 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
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5430
Very good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
7.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
502.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for general use, while the Dell Latitude 5430 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 excels in general use due to its superior CPU, higher RAM capacity, and a more vibrant and higher-resolution touchscreen display, which provides a better viewing experience, although it's less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to the Dell Latitude 5430. The Latitude 5430, while fair for general use, offers increased portability and a longer battery life, making it suitable for on-the-go users, but it compromises on performance and screen quality with a less powerful CPU, smaller RAM size, and standard resolution non-touchscreen display.
Gaming and AI
7.6/10
6.0/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5430 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 excels in gaming and 3D applications due to its powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card and a high screen refresh rate of 165 Hz, enabling smoother visuals and better gaming performance. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5430 has a less capable integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics solution and a standard 60 Hz screen refresh rate, making it sufficient for less demanding games and 3D tasks but not on par with the ASUS for intensive use.
Engineering and Design
8.3/10
6.5/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5430 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 excels in engineering and design use due to its powerful AMD Ryzen 9 processor, substantial RAM, high-end Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, and a high-quality screen with a high resolution and refresh rate, providing excellent visual clarity and smoothness for design tasks.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.2/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for content creation, while the Dell Latitude 5430 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
7.1/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both good for software development, though the ASUS ROG Flow X16 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
8.5/10
6.1/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5430 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 likely has a high-resolution display with vibrant colors and brightness, making it excellent for everyday tasks and detailed engineering work. However, its lower refresh rate could hinder the smooth visuals needed for immersive gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5430's fair screen quality indicates a balance for adequate display performance in daily use and technical tasks, but like the ASUS, it falls short for gaming due to its likely lower refresh rate and potentially lesser color range.
Battery
5.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5430 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
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5430 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 Latitude 5430 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,300
$790
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a price of $1,300 and the Dell Latitude 5430 costs $790.
"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."
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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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