Choosing between the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 and the Dell Inspiron 14 7420 involves considering your needs for performance, portability, and price. The ASUS is more expensive but offers greater performance for gaming and intensive tasks like 3D rendering and machine learning, with a high-refresh-rate display and powerful graphics card. It's heavier and less portable, however. The Dell, on the other hand, is more affordable, lighter, and portable with a longer battery life, making it suitable for general use and travel. It is not designed for intensive gaming or engineering software, but it has a touchscreen and a higher resolution in a more compact package. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 7420
Very good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
6.2/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7420 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 offers a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth gaming and 3D performance, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7420 has less graphics power and a lower refresh rate, making it less suitable for high-end gaming and demanding 3D tasks. Although the Dell has a decent CPU and screen quality, those aspects alone cannot compensate for the gaming and 3D experience provided by the superior GPU and refresh rate of the ASUS.
Engineering and Design
8.6/10
6.9/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7420 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 outshines the Dell Inspiron 14 7420 for engineering and design due to its high-performing CPU, superior GPU, and excellent screen quality, aiding demanding tasks and visual detail, but it is less portable and heavier. The Inspiron, while good for engineering with a capable CPU and a high-quality screen, trades off graphical performance for better portability and the versatility of a 2-in-1 design, appealing for on-the-go use and presentations.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.3/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 is very good for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7420 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
8.1/10
6.2/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
292.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
260.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 7420 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17's display offers vibrant colors and crisp visuals, crucial for tasks like photo editing or CAD work, thanks to its high resolution and wide color gamut, while its lower refresh rate is less suitable for fast-paced gaming that benefits from smoother transitions. The Dell Inspiron 14 7420's moderate resolution and brightness make it serviceable for everyday tasks and basic design work, but its color range falls short for professional-level color grading. Both fall behind for gaming and 3D rendering due to their refresh rates not meeting the high standards required for these visually intensive activities.
Portability
Poor
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
6.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has very good build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7420 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,499
$801
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has a price of $2,499 and the Dell Inspiron 14 7420 costs $801.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 and Dell Inspiron 14 7420 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 excels for general use owing to its powerful CPU, ample RAM, high-quality large screen, and excellent keyboard, making it well-suited for performance-intensive tasks, but it's less portable and has limited battery life.
Software Development
7.5/10
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 1200
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 and Dell Inspiron 14 7420 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
7.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has 7 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 has 7.5 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 Scar 17 and the Dell Inspiron 14 7420 compare to other laptops
"Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 laptop review: liquid metal 7 nm AMD Zen 3 is stunning. The raw performance increase is absolutely bonkers if you're upgrading from a laptop on Coffee Lake-H or older. The 45 W Ryzen 9 5900HX is neck-to-neck with the thicker, heavier, and hotter Schenker Ultra 17 running on a desktop-class Core i9-11900K despite their wide TDP differences. The performance-per-watt advantages can make Intel Rocket Lake feel like a last generation platform at times. As for the chassis itself, it's a huge light show with RGB LEDs on almost all sides of the system."
"Notable qualities of the Inspiron 7420 2-in-1 include the 16:10 aspect ratio, strong hinges, 12th gen Intel CPU with optional GeForce MX graphics, and easy serviceability. Such features would typically cost hundreds of dollars more on higher-end alternatives from competing manufacturers. The value proposition is therefore relatively high for users looking to maximize bang for the buck."
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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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