If performance during intensive engineering tasks is a priority and you don't mind paying more, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X would be a suitable option, as it is equipped with a high-resolution OLED touchscreen. However, the ASUS TUF Dash 15 offers a better value for gaming with a higher refresh rate and good heat management, all at a lower price point. The TUF Dash 15 also has a slight edge in portability due to being lighter, but both have good battery life for typical use. If color accuracy for creative work is important, the Zenbook's display covers a wider range of color spaces. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Dash 15
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X.
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
8.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
272.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
354.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for general use, while the ASUS TUF Dash 15 is good.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15, while more portable than the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X due to its lighter weight, offers a less superior experience for general use because it has a lower-resolution IPS screen and a shorter battery life. On the other hand, the Zenbook Pro 16X, despite being slightly heavier, provides a superior screen with high-resolution OLED, longer battery life, and better keyboard and speaker quality, making it very good for general use.
Engineering and Design
7.8/10
8.6/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS TUF Dash 15 is good.
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
7.6/10
8.5/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for content creation, while the ASUS TUF Dash 15 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.
Software Development
7.4/10
8.2/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for software development, while the ASUS TUF Dash 15 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.
Screen Quality
7.0/10
8.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
272.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
354.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Dash 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and Zenbook Pro 16X are equipped with displays that provide sharp images and vibrant colors due to their high resolution and quality panel types, which are essential for tasks like browsing and document editing, benefiting general users. The color fidelity, with expansive color gamuts, on the Zenbook Pro 16X, makes it particularly suitable for professionals in engineering and design who require color accuracy for detailed work. However, both laptops' lower refresh rates may not be ideal for gaming and 3D work, where smoother motion and rapid screen updates are crucial for a more immersive experience.
Battery
9.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has 9 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has 7 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.
Cost
$1,150
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has a price of $1,150 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X costs $1,300.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and ASUS TUF Dash 15 are both good for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.6/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and ASUS TUF Dash 15 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 TUF Dash 15 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X compare to other laptops
"The Asus TUF Dash F15 FX517ZR is a laptop with mobile RTX 3070 and acceptable battery life. The Asus TUF Dash F15 was made for high-performance applications like video editing, rendering, and gaming. The laptop can manage the latter in QHD resolution and at high to maximum settings. However, the focus isn't on maximum performance, but instead, it's about a compromise between performance and portability."
"The new Zenbook Pro 16X is more powerful, quieter and doesn't need to shy away from dedicated workstations and gamers. It is also comparatively compact, and our test device is the best Zenbook that we've reviewed so far. It seems equally suitable for content creators and gamers or anyone looking for a very powerful laptop that is still slim."
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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.
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