If you prioritize gaming or intensive engineering applications, the ASUS TUF Dash 15 with its dedicated Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card will offer better performance than the Dell Inspiron 14 7435, but it is heavier and has a shorter battery life. The ASUS also lacks touch capability and is more expensive than the Dell. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron is more portable, has a longer battery life, a touchscreen, and offers better value if you mainly focus on general use or if budget is a key concern, although it won't handle intensive tasks as well due to its integrated graphics. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Dash 15
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Good speakers
Advantages of the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
Very good portability
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
6.3/10
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 Inpsiron 14 7435 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is superior for gaming and 3D applications owing to its dedicated Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics unit and a high 144Hz screen refresh rate, facilitating smoother visuals and better performance in graphically demanding tasks. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 14 7435, while still capable for lighter gaming, is handicapped by its integrated AMD Vega 8 graphics and a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate, which means less fluidity in motion and lower overall gaming performance.
Engineering and Design
7.8/10
7.1/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 are both good for engineering and design, though the ASUS TUF Dash 15 is somewhat better.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15, with its Intel i7 processor and Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, offers robust performance for engineering and design tasks that require substantial computing power, but it is less portable than the Dell Inspiron 14 7435. The Dell Inspiron 14 7435, meanwhile, provides a balance of portability and performance, featuring an AMD Ryzen 7 processor with integrated graphics, and a higher resolution touchscreen that is beneficial for design work, yet it may not handle graphically intense tasks as smoothly as the ASUS.
Screen Quality
7.0/10
6.1/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
272.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
216.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has a better screen than the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
When selecting a laptop for general use, the ASUS TUF Dash 15's screen is likely to be vivid and sharp due to its resolution and brightness, providing comfort for everyday tasks, whereas the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 may offer an adequate display that's suitable but not as crisp or bright. For engineering and design, the ASUS TUF Dash 15's ability to display a wide range of colors will likely make it a strong choice for professionals needing precision for their work, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 offers fair color reproduction that may suffice for less demanding design tasks. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the ASUS TUF Dash 15's lower refresh rate could lead to less fluid motion, making it less desirable for high-speed visuals compared to displays with higher refresh rates, even though both laptops might not be optimal for such intensive graphics work due to their screen quality limitations.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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
$779
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has a price of $1,150 and the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 costs $779.
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and ASUS TUF Dash 15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is equipped with a capable CPU and dedicated graphics, making it suitable for general use with an edge for occasional gaming and heavier tasks, yet it is less portable due to its weight and size. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 offers a good balance for general use with a decent processor and integrated graphics, better portability due to its lighter weight, a touchscreen, and the added versatility of a 2-in-1 design, but may not handle gaming or intensive tasks as smoothly.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.6/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and ASUS TUF Dash 15 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
7.4/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has 9 hours of battery life. The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has 8 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.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.4/10
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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 Inpsiron 14 7435 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."
"We see no shame in an economy laptop missing the four-star mark. Frankly, we considered giving the Inspiron 14 2-in-1 three-and-a-half stars for its low price, competitive performance, and long battery life. Unfortunately, working with a screen that can't deliver at least 300 nits of brightness is simply no fun to the point of detrimental. Still, if you're looking for a convertible laptop on a tight budget, it's worth keeping an eye on Dell's sales and discounts. That Lavender Blue model is fairly tempting."
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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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