The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is a better fit for intensive tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming, thanks to its more powerful AMD Ryzen processor and Nvidia RTX graphics card. However, it comes at a higher price, is heavier, and has a bulkier power brick, making it less portable than the Dell Latitude 5530. The Dell is more affordable, offers enhanced portability with its lighter weight, and is designed for general use with its Intel i5 processor and integrated graphics. The battery life is also favorable for the Zephyrus G15, but the Latitude 5530, being a premium business laptop with additional features like facial recognition, may be more appropriate for professional environments. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5530
Good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.5/10
6.2/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5530 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is equipped with a high-end NVIDIA RTX 3070 graphics card and a faster screen refresh rate of 165Hz, making it well-suited for gaming and 3D tasks. In contrast, the Dell Latitude 5530 has a less powerful Intel Iris Xe graphics card and a lower screen refresh rate of 60Hz, resulting in fairer performance for the same tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
6.9/10
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5530 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is preferred for engineering and design due to its powerful AMD Ryzen 9 processor, superior RAM configuration, top-notch Nvidia RTX GPU, and higher resolution screen which ensures crisp visuals and smoother rendering of complex graphics. The Dell Latitude 5530, while still competent with an Intel Core i5 processor and integrated graphics, is more focused on portability and has a lower resolution display, which is adequate for many engineering tasks but may not handle graphic-intensive applications as effectively.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.4/10
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 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
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
309.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5530 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has a display with high resolution and brightness suitable for general tasks, while its color gamut coverage caters to engineering and design needs. However, its lower refresh rate compared to dedicated gaming laptops means fast-paced games won't appear as smooth. The Dell Latitude 5530, with moderate resolution and brightness, provides an adequate display for everyday activities and technical work, but like the ASUS, its refresh rate holds it back for high-end gaming and 3D applications.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has very good build quality, while the Dell Latitude 5530 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,637
$919
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has a price of $1,637 and the Dell Latitude 5530 costs $919.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 and Dell Latitude 5530 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is very good for general use because it has a high-performance CPU, ample RAM, a high-quality screen, and manages heat well while offering a decent battery life, albeit with a tradeoff in portability due to its larger size and gaming-oriented design .
Software Development
7.4/10
7.3/10
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 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.
Battery
9.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has 9.5 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
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Latitude 5530 and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 and the Dell Latitude 5530 compare to other laptops
"As long as you're aware of the fact that the GeForce RTX 3080 laptop version can only unfold its potential to a limited extent due to Asus's low TDP setting and that it can be slower than a fast RTX 3070 laptop, the ROG Zephyrus G15 GA503Q cuts a fine figure. One of the biggest highlights turns out to be the WQHD panel, since it attracts customers with 165 Hz, relatively fast response times, FreeSync, and good color-space coverage. Other selling points are the surprisingly rich sound, the long battery life, and the sleek design. In terms of looks, the white edition stands out nicely from the competition."
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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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