The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is a higher-priced, higher-end device suitable for high-intensity tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming due to its more powerful processor and dedicated graphics card. It offers a more vibrant display with higher resolution and refresh rate, making it also great for entertainment and creative work. However, it is slightly less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to the Dell.
On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5431 is less expensive and offers longer battery life, making it ideal for general use and professional tasks. It's slightly heavier but offers features like Ethernet and a higher portability score. If you do not need the high-end graphics performance and are looking for a cost-effective laptop with good build quality and keyboard experience, the Dell might suit you better.
Choose the ASUS for performance-heavy tasks and a better display, but if price, battery life, and portability matter more, consider the Dell. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow Z13
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
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
7.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
511.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
241.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
9.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is very good for general use, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 boasts a high-end CPU and quality screen, ideal for demanding tasks and sharp visuals, but shorter battery life makes it less ideal for extended, unplugged use. Meanwhile, the Dell Latitude 5431 offers longer battery life and good performance for everyday tasks, but with lesser storage and a lower resolution screen, it is more suited to general business use than intensive multimedia tasks.
Gaming and AI
7.5/10
6.2/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 offers a higher-end Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, making it better suited for gaming and 3D tasks compared to the Dell Latitude 5431 which has a more modest Intel Iris Xe graphics and a standard refresh rate. The ASUS also has a higher-resolution touchscreen, beneficial for vibrant visuals in games and 3D applications, whereas the Dell provides basic screen quality adequate for everyday tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.4/10
6.9/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 stands out for design and engineering due to its powerful Intel i9 processor, dedicated Nvidia RTX graphics, and high-quality, high-resolution display with superior color accuracy and contrast; on the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5431, while still good for these tasks, offers a less powerful i5 processor and integrated graphics, and its screen has a lower resolution and color accuracy, which might not be as suitable for intensive design work despite its longer battery life and quieter operation. The ASUS is also more versatile with a detachable keyboard for tablet use, but it's heavier than the Dell, which can influence portability preferences.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.4/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is very good for content creation, while the Dell Latitude 5431 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
7.3/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is very good for software development, while the Dell Latitude 5431 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.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
6.1/10
13.4in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
241.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5431 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Flow Z13's higher resolution and brighter display enhance readability and detail, creating a more pleasing visual experience compared to the Dell Latitude 5431. In engineering and design tasks, the ASUS's wider color gamuts ensure more accurate color reproduction, crucial for detailed work, while the Dell offers acceptable but less precise color performance. However, for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is key, the ASUS falls short due to a lower refresh rate, making fast-paced visuals less fluid than what might be available on laptops tailored for those specific needs.
Battery
6.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5431 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
Excellent
Good
13.4in
SIZE
14.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has excellent portability, while the Dell Latitude 5431 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has very good build quality, while the Dell Latitude 5431 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,575
$950
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a price of $1,575 and the Dell Latitude 5431 costs $950.
"The Asus ROG Flow Z13 is a gaming tablet with powerful Alder Lake i9 CPU. The ROG Flow Z13 impresses with its good cooling. After our review, the impression is predominantly positive. Besides a very fast Alder Lake CPU and stable gaming performance, especially the cooling system is surprisingly effective and quiet. You can use the integrated speakers without any issues while gaming. The 1200p display in the 16:10 format also impresses with good color reproduction and high brightness. Since the battery runtimes aren't particularly long as it is, we wouldn't recommend the optional 4K panel."
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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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