The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers excellent performance for gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning, thanks to a powerful AMD processor and Nvidia graphics card, but it is heavier and less portable. It also has a larger and higher refresh rate display suitable for fast-paced gaming. The Dell Latitude 5431 is more portable with longer battery life, making it more suited for general business use and commuting. While economically priced and adequate for general tasks, its performance in intensive engineering or graphics tasks is limited compared to the ASUS. If portability and battery are your priorities, go for the Dell; for superior gaming and intensive tasks, consider the ASUS. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G17
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
Good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
6.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
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 Strix G17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is superior for gaming and 3D applications because it has a high-end Nvidia RTX GPU and a screen with a very high refresh rate, enhancing visual performance and responsiveness crucial in intensive tasks. In contrast, the Dell Latitude 5431 is equipped with a much less powerful integrated GPU and a screen with a standard refresh rate, making it less suitable for demanding gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
6.9/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for engineering and design due to its high-performance Ryzen CPU and RTX GPU, alongside a superior screen quality that includes high resolution and refresh rate, which is more suitable for intensive tasks but less portable because of its larger size and weight. In contrast, the Dell Latitude 5431, with its competent Intel CPU and integrated graphics, offers good performance for less demanding engineering tasks and gains advantage in portability and operating noise, suited for professionals who prioritize mobility and a quieter working environment.
Content Creation
8.3/10
7.4/10
9.8/10
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 Strix G17 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.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
6.1/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
241.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5431 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17's screen has a high resolution and brightness, making it clear and vivid for general use and suitable for detailed engineering work where color accuracy is important. However, for gaming and 3D applications, its lower refresh rate does not support the smooth visuals that fast-paced visuals demand. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5431’s screen offers adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and engineering purposes but lacks the wide color gamut and high refresh rates necessary for color-intensive work and fluid gaming or 3D experiences.
Battery
3.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 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
Poor
Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Latitude 5431 has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,391
$950
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,391 and the Dell Latitude 5431 costs $950.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Dell Latitude 5431 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers impressive performance with a robust CPU and ample RAM making it suitable for demanding tasks and enjoyable with its high-quality, large screen, but it's heavier and less portable with a shorter battery life than the Dell Latitude 5431, which offers good performance for general use, a quality screen, longer battery life, and is more portable, though with less storage capacity and a less powerful integrated graphics card. The tradeoff between these laptops is between the high-performance gaming-capable hardware of the ASUS and the balanced, business-oriented design of the Dell that favors portability and longer unplugged usage.
Software Development
7.7/10
7.3/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Dell Latitude 5431 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 G17 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 G17 and the Dell Latitude 5431 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Strix G17 is an attractive but unbalanced gaming laptop. Its potent AMD Ryzen 9 processor excels in 1080p gaming, but playing at 1440p leaves the middling GeForce RTX 4060 GPU shouldering most of the burden. The display is exceptionally colorful, which is handy for content creators, but since this is a gaming laptop it would be better served with improved HDR capabilities. If battery life isn't a priority, the Strix G17 could serve as a designer by day and a gamer by night."
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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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