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Updated March 14, 2024·
For intensive tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14, with its gaming-centric features, offers superior performance but at a higher cost and potentially shorter battery life. The Dell XPS 15, on the other hand, offers a balance between performance and portability, suitable for general use and lighter engineering tasks, with typically longer battery life and a sleek design. If weight and battery are significant for you and your tasks are not heavily graphics-intensive, the XPS 15 strikes a good balance, while the ASUS is better suited for performance-demanding applications and gaming, acknowledging the tradeoff against portability and price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024)
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good portability
Advantages of the Dell XPS 15
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.6
6.8
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.4/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.1/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell XPS 15 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14, with its high-end GPU and fast screen refresh rate, excels in delivering smooth gaming and 3D rendering performance, making it ideal for users focused on these tasks. In comparison, the Dell XPS 15 also provides a capable gaming experience with a quality GPU and screen, but with a stronger emphasis on screen quality and CPU, it's better suited for users who need a balance between gaming and productivity tasks.
Screen Quality
7.9
7.4
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
606.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 has a better screen than the Dell XPS 15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Dell XPS 15 has a better screen for content creation.
Consider the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 if a sharp, bright display is crucial for your everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, as its panel offers excellent resolution and brightness along with wide color coverage. However, for gaming or 3D applications, its lower refresh rate may not deliver the smooth visuals you're looking for. The Dell XPS 15 provides good overall screen performance with ample resolution and color accuracy for both general computing and professional design, but like the ASUS, its gaming and 3D experience may suffer due to a less than optimal refresh rate.
Battery
12.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 has 12 hours of battery life. The Dell XPS 15 has 10 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
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) has very good portability, while the Dell XPS 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,299
$1,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) has a price of $1,299 and the Dell XPS 15 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
8.2
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
606.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell XPS 15 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) is good.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14, with its high-end CPU and ample RAM, excels in performance for gaming and intensive tasks, while its high-refresh-rate screen appeals to gamers and its portability ensures easy mobility, albeit with a compromise on battery life. The Dell XPS 15, with its vibrant screen and powerful CPU, is also equipped with substantial RAM, making it ideal for high-end general use, and it balances this with a strong battery life, creating a mix of portability and sustained usage, though it may run warmer and louder under heavy loads.
Engineering and Design
8.3
8.1
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) and Dell XPS 15 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14, with its high-end CPU, larger RAM, and robust GPU, excels in running demanding engineering applications and handling complex designs, complemented by a vibrant screen that enhances visual clarity. While the Dell XPS 15 offers quality performance with a good CPU, ample RAM, and a dedicated GPU, its superior portability, keyboard, and quieter operation make it a more balanced option for both work and everyday use.
Content Creation
8.3
8.3
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 15 and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) are both very good for content creation.
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.
Software Development
7.7
8.1
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell XPS 15 to be very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) is good.
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
8.5
8.5
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) and Dell XPS 15 both have very 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 Zephyrus G14 (2024) and the Dell XPS 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) | Dell XPS 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,299 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2024 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.2'' x 8.7'' x 0.63'' | 13.6'' x 9.1'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.3 lbs | 4.21 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.24" | 13.57" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.66" | 9.06" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 73 Wh | 86 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 606 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 9.1/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 10/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Andreas Osthoff | April 2023
"The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 offers an impressive package. Asus improves the performance of the new 2023 ROG Zephyrus G14 considerable and offers a very powerful 14-inch notebook with plenty of performance for gamers and content creators. The high-quality chassis is unchanged from last year, but is now equipped with the latest and greatest from AMD as well as Nvidia. The Mini-LED panel also puts up a convincing performance in pretty much every regard, even though the MacBook Pro 14 still offers superior brightness values. The panel works extremely well for gaming and the included color profiles offer very accurate colors."
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Matthew Buzzi | May 2023
"The 2023 Dell XPS 15 is more or less exactly what you'd expect from the company flagship. Its fresh components deliver measurably superior power and longevity, while the machine's premium build and design remain intact. It may not be overly exciting, but XPS loyalists and upgraders should be more than happy."
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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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