The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17, with its powerful processor and advanced graphics, shines for intensive gaming or engineering tasks but comes with a premium price and is heavier, affecting portability. In contrast, the Dell Latitude 5431 is more affordable, with a focus on general use, has a lighter build for better portability, but offers less storage and lacks dedicated gaming or advanced graphical capabilities. 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
Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
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 1080
360Hz
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 17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 excels in gaming and 3D due to its powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and high 360Hz screen refresh rate, which significantly outperform the Dell Latitude 5431's Intel Iris Xe graphics and 60Hz screen refresh rate. Considering the somewhat important factors, ASUS's superior CPU and screen quality further boost its performance and visual experience in comparison to the Dell Latitude 5431.
Engineering and Design
8.6/10
6.9/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
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 Latitude 5431 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.4/10
9.2/10
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 Scar 17 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
8.1/10
6.1/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
292.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
241.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 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 Scar 17, with its vibrant colors and higher resolution, offers a more immersive experience for general use and detailed visuals crucial for engineering and design work, but its lower refresh rate might not be ideal for the smooth visuals required in fast-paced gaming and 3D applications. Meanwhile, the Dell Latitude 5431 provides adequate image quality for everyday tasks and professional work, yet it may not cover the full color spectrum as extensively, which can be a limitation for color-sensitive engineering and design projects. For gaming and 3D, both laptops may fall short as their screen refresh rates aren't optimized for the high frame rates that provide fluid motion in these scenarios.
Battery
7.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has 7 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
6.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Latitude 5431 has 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 Latitude 5431 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,499
$950
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has a price of $2,499 and the Dell Latitude 5431 costs $950.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 and Dell Latitude 5431 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 offers superior CPU performance, ample RAM, and high-quality screen which are excellent for demanding tasks and entertainment, but it is less portable and has shorter battery life compared to lighter laptops. The Dell Latitude 5431, while providing good performance for general use, focuses on portability and longer battery life, making it suitable for users who prioritize mobility and all-day use without sacrificing screen quality and adequate processing power.
Software Development
7.5/10
7.3/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 and the Dell Latitude 5431 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."
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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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