The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition offers superior performance for 3D tasks, machine learning, and gaming due to its robust AMD Ryzen processor and AMD RX GPU, along with a high refresh rate display, making it well-suited for intensive tasks. However, it's heavier and larger, less portable, and has a shorter battery life compared to the Dell XPS 13, which is more compact, lighter, has a longer battery life, and features a sharper display with a higher resolution and more vibrant colors, ideal for general use and portability but with less optimal performance for demanding applications. If your priority is gaming or heavy-duty processing, go with the ASUS, but if you value mobility and battery life for everyday tasks, the Dell XPS 13 is your better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the Dell XPS 13
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Very good battery life
Best in class speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell XPS 13 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is equipped with a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, crucial for smooth and detailed gaming and 3D experiences; by contrast, the Dell XPS 13 has a lower-tier integrated GPU and a standard refresh rate, which are serviceable for light gaming but do not cater to more graphics-intensive tasks as efficiently.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
7.2/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell XPS 13 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition, with its powerful AMD Ryzen CPU and dedicated AMD RX GPU, is highly suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks that require robust processing capabilities and strong graphics performance, complemented by a high-quality screen. In contrast, the Dell XPS 13 offers a more portable design with a higher resolution screen that's beneficial for detailed work, but its integrated graphics are less capable for intensive graphical tasks, though the machine provides excellent build quality and input features, making it a good fit for less rigorous engineering and design use where mobility is a priority.
Screen Quality
7.9/10
7.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
442.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a better screen than the Dell XPS 13 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Dell XPS 13 has a better screen for content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and the Dell XPS 13 offer crisp visuals and adequate brightness, which makes them suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. In engineering and design, users benefit from a wider color range provided by these laptops, ensuring accurate color representation which is crucial for professionals working with visual content. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates on these laptops may result in less smooth visuals, which could be a drawback for users needing high refresh rates for fluid motion onscreen.
Portability
Fair
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.4in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Dell XPS 13 has excellent portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
8.5/10
The Dell XPS 13 has very good build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,500
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a price of $1,500 and the Dell XPS 13 costs $1,399.
The Dell XPS 13 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is well-suited for general use thanks to its powerful CPU and abundant RAM, delivering strong performance that can handle demanding tasks, but it's heavier and has shorter battery life, which might affect its portability. On the other hand, the Dell XPS 13 offers a balance with a high-quality screen, good battery life, and is very lightweight, making it highly portable, but its performance, while sufficient for everyday tasks, may not match the ASUS for more intensive uses.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.7/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and Dell XPS 13 are both good for content creation.
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
7.3/10
7.5/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Dell XPS 13 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition 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
9.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has 9 hours of battery life. The Dell XPS 13 has 10 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 Strix G15 Advantage Edition and the Dell XPS 13 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Strix G15, as the first in a line of "AMD Advantage"-branded notebooks, is a statement that yes, you can get a premium AMD gaming notebook. Maybe you can't have it all, but you can get pretty close. The ROG Strix G15's combination of the AMD Ryzen 5900HX and Radeon RX 6800M, as well as other technologies that take advantage of them, make a potent, thin gaming machine. Powerful Dolby Atmos speakers and long battery life when you aren't gaming are nice bonuses."
"In the past, the XPS 13 was a hands-down contender for the best laptop on the market. But the Apple-silicon MacBook has since barrelled onto the scene, and it wipes the floor with most of the ultraportable Windows laptops that cross my desk on a daily basis. This XPS is no exception. Compared to the M2 MacBook Air, battery life is worse."
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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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