To decide between the ASUS TUF Dash 15 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425, consider the key differences. The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has a more powerful main processor and dedicated Nvidia GPU, making it better suited for gaming, 3D rendering, or intensive engineering software. It also has a good balance of portability and battery life for its performance. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 with an AMD processor and integrated graphics is less powerful but more portable and has longer battery life, suitable for general use like web browsing, video streaming, and office tasks. The ASUS is slightly heavier and thicker compared to the Dell, which is lighter and more compact. If high-performance tasks are a priority and you're okay with less portability, the ASUS may be more fitting, while the Dell is preferable for longer usage on the go and less demanding tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Dash 15
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5425
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
6.2/10
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is only fair.
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.
Engineering and Design
7.8/10
7.0/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both good for engineering and design, though the ASUS TUF Dash 15 is somewhat better.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 offers a powerful Intel i7 CPU and dedicated Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU which makes it suitable for demanding engineering and design software, and its 15.6-inch high-refresh-rate IPS screen delivers good quality visuals, although it is less portable and has a louder operating noise. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 14 5425, while more portable and operating more quietly, uses an AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and integrated Vega 8 graphics, which are less powerful for intensive tasks but are complemented by its 14-inch screen with a higher resolution and more pixel density for sharp image quality.
Screen Quality
7.0/10
6.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
272.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
279.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 offers a balance of resolution and brightness suitable for general purposes and engineering work, where sharp details matter, and its wide color gamut enhances the precision required for design tasks. However, it falls short for gaming and 3D applications due to a lower refresh rate that can't deliver the fluid motion needed for optimal gaming experiences. Conversely, the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 provides adequate resolution and brightness for everyday and professional tasks but shares similar shortcomings in gaming and 3D scenarios, lacking the high refresh rate that would significantly improve visual fluidity.
Battery
9.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has 9 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has 12 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
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has very good portability, while the ASUS TUF Dash 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,150
$479
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has a price of $1,150 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 costs $479.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and ASUS TUF Dash 15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 stands out for general use due to its powerful CPU and dedicated graphics card, making it capable of handling more demanding tasks and providing a smoother experience, but it is less portable and has shorter battery life compared to the Dell Inspiron 14 5425, which offers a higher resolution and aspect ratio for better screen quality, a lighter build, and longer battery life but relies on integrated graphics and might not perform as well in intensive applications.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.5/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both 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
7.4/10
7.5/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and ASUS TUF Dash 15 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.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.0/10
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 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 Dell Inspiron 14 5425 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."
"A slim chassis, an acceptable weight (1.6 kg) and a real-world battery life of almost 13 hours turn the Inspiron into a mobile companion. Good: The battery can not only be charged using Dell's proprietary power adapter, but also with a universal USB-C power adapter (min. 45 watts). Office and Internet applications are handled by the built-in combination of Ryzen 5 5625U APU and 16 GB of RAM just as easily as modest computer games. Heat and noise development are generally okay, but the laptop should work a bit quieter under full load."
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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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