The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers excellent performance for gaming, 3D rendering, and engineering tasks due to its high-end AMD processor and Nvidia graphics card, which also support ray tracing and DLSS for advanced graphics rendering. However, it is more expensive, heavier, and has a lower battery life than the Dell Latitude 5530, making it less convenient for on-the-go use. The Dell is more affordable, lighter, and has a longer battery life, suitable for general use and business tasks; it's powered by an Intel i5 processor with integrated graphics, which is fine for everyday applications but not as powerful for intensive tasks or gaming. The Dell's smaller display might also affect multitasking and immersive experiences. Consider the ASUS if your primary need is peak performance for heavy-duty tasks and gaming, and the Dell if you prioritize mobility, battery life, and cost for standard business and general use. 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 5530
Good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
6.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
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 5530 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers superior gaming and 3D capabilities due to its high-end Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics and a high screen refresh rate of 240 Hz, providing smooth visuals and better handling of complex graphics. In contrast, the Dell Latitude 5530, with its Intel Iris Xe graphics and a modest screen refresh rate of 60 Hz, is better suited for general use and less demanding graphics tasks, resulting in just fair gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
6.9/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5530 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17, with a higher-performance CPU and dedicated GPU, excels in demanding engineering and design tasks, and its superior screen quality benefits detailed visual work, but it is less portable due to its size and weight. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5530 offers good performance with an integrated GPU, and while its screen quality is adequate, it is more portable, making it suitable for less intensive tasks and on-the-go use.
Content Creation
8.3/10
7.4/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
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 5530 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
6.3/10
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5530 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers a higher resolution and brightness, making it excellent for general use and detail-oriented engineering tasks, along with better color accuracy important for design work. However, its poorer refresh rate is a disadvantage for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is key. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5530, while adequate for general tasks and some engineering due to fair resolution and brightness, falls short for both design, due to less accurate colors, and 3D/gaming, due to an inadequate refresh rate.
Battery
3.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5530 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
15.6in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Latitude 5530 has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,391
$919
$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 5530 costs $919.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Dell Latitude 5530 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 provides higher performance with an advanced CPU and GPU, more storage, and superior screen quality, making it great for both gaming and demanding applications, but it's less portable and has shorter battery life. Conversely, the Dell Latitude 5530 offers greater portability and longer battery life, making it better suited for on-the-go use and general productivity, though it has a less powerful CPU and GPU, which could limit its performance in more intensive tasks.
Software Development
7.7/10
7.3/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
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 5530 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 5530 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 5530 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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