The ASUS ROG Strix G15 offers higher performance, particularly for 3D applications, machine learning, and gaming, thanks to its robust AMD Ryzen 9 processor and Nvidia RTX graphics card. It's also equipped with more storage. However, its bulkier build and heavier weight make it less portable and it has a shorter battery life. The Dell Latitude 5431, while not as powerful for intensive tasks, is more portable due to its lighter weight and smaller size and boasts a longer battery life, which might be more suitable for general business use and portability. If display quality is important, both laptops have similar IPS panels and resolutions, but the ASUS has a higher refresh rate, beneficial for fast-paced gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15
Good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
Good battery life
Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.0/10
6.2/10
5.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5431 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
7.6/10
6.9/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
5.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 offers a powerful AMD Ryzen 9 processor and Nvidia RTX graphics, making it well-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks requiring high CPU and GPU performance, alongside a quality screen for detailed visuals.
Screen Quality
7.1/10
6.1/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
284.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
241.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5431 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 offers a vibrant display with high resolution and brightness, making it ideal for everyday tasks and detail-oriented engineering design work due to its wide color gamut, which is important for color accuracy. However, its lower refresh rate affects the fluidity and responsiveness needed for gaming and 3D applications, which is why it's less suitable for those uses. In contrast, the Dell Latitude 5431 provides an adequate display for general tasks and engineering with acceptable brightness and resolution, but its color coverage and refresh rate are not optimized for high-end graphics work, making it less than ideal for gaming and 3D purposes.
Battery
5.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has 5.5 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
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Latitude 5431 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 both have good portability, though the Dell Latitude 5431 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,249
$950
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a price of $1,249 and the Dell Latitude 5431 costs $950.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Dell Latitude 5431 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15, with its powerful AMD Ryzen CPU and dedicated Nvidia graphics, caters to a smooth experience in general use while also handling more intensive tasks, but it is heavier and has a shorter battery life compared to the Dell Latitude 5431 which offers a balance of performance with its Intel CPU and integrated graphics, a lighter build for easier portability, and a longer battery life suitable for extended use without frequent recharging. The Dell Latitude 5431, in addition to its portability benefits, also features a higher quality keyboard, superior heat management, and quieter operating noise, making it a more comfortable choice for general productivity tasks.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.4/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Dell Latitude 5431 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
7.2/10
7.3/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5431 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Dell Latitude 5431 both have 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 Strix G15 and the Dell Latitude 5431 compare to other laptops
"The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is a successful high-performance 15-inch laptop. The Asus ROG Strix impresses with an elaborate design and fast hardware. The latter can unleash its potential well in the large 15-inch case and achieve a decent performance boost compared to the previous generation. Especially the stunning 300 Hz display as well as the RTX 3070 and its generous TDP give gamers their money's worth. Asus didn't neglect seemingly small details, either, such as the keyboard and the maintenance options. The ROG Strix G15 offers a lot of pure performance and excellent workmanship in a 15-inch format, but connectivity leaves something to be desired."
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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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