The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is designed for high-end performance suitable for gaming, complex applications, and tasks like video editing, with a faster processor and a powerful dedicated graphics card. This makes it less portable due to its weight and it also has a shorter battery life. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5530 is less expensive, more portable with a longer battery life, and is ideal for everyday tasks, light photo editing, and business applications. However, it lacks the high-performance specs of the ASUS and isn't suitable for intensive gaming or resource-heavy applications. Choose the ASUS for peak performance tasks or the Dell for mobility and general use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5530
Good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.3/10
6.2/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5530 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15, with its Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and high-refresh-rate screen, provides a superior gaming and 3D experience, which is important for smooth visuals and responsive gameplay. Meanwhile, the Dell Latitude 5530, equipped with an Intel Iris Xe graphics chip and a standard-refresh-rate screen, offers lower gaming performance, suitable for less demanding applications.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
6.9/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5530 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15, with its high-end Intel i9 processor, dedicated RTX 3070 Ti graphics, and a high refresh rate screen, is better suited for demanding engineering and design applications that require both CPU and GPU power, though it is heavier and has lower battery life.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.4/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 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
7.9/10
6.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5530 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
When considering screen quality, the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 offers a vibrant display with higher resolution and brightness, making it ideal for general purposes and detailed engineering work due to its wide color gamut coverage. In contrast, the Dell Latitude 5530's screen provides adequate clarity and brightness for everyday tasks and technical applications but may not deliver the same level of color precision. Neither laptop is optimal for gaming or 3D work due to lower refresh rates, which can limit the fluidity and responsiveness during fast-paced visual activities.
Battery
5.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has 5.5 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
Fair
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
5.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Latitude 5530 has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,000
$919
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has a price of $2,000 and the Dell Latitude 5530 costs $919.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and Dell Latitude 5530 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15, with its high performance CPU and superior graphics, excels in screen quality and suits users needing robust power for tasks like gaming or creative work yet is less portable and has shorter battery life. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5530 offers modest performance suitable for everyday tasks along with better portability, a longer-lasting battery, and a higher-quality keyboard, making it more conducive for on-the-go professionals.
Software Development
7.4/10
7.3/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 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 Scar 15 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 Scar 15 and the Dell Latitude 5530 compare to other laptops
"Asus continues to refine the ROG Strix Scar lineup with new upgrades. The Asus ROG Strix Scar 15 offers almost everything you would expect from a gaming laptop at this price. The build quality is great, connectivity options are decent, and there is enough scope for internal upgrades as well. Asus reverts to membrane switches for the keyboard — though not as "clickety" as the opto-mechanical ones we saw with last year's model, they still make for a decent typing and gaming experience. The lack of biometrics in any form is a downer."
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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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