If you're looking for better gaming or 3D rendering capabilities, the ASUS TUF Dash 15, with its dedicated RTX 3060 graphics card, would outperform the Dell Latitude 5431, which has integrated graphics. However, the Dell Latitude 5431, being lighter and slightly more compact, offers better portability and is more suited for general productivity and business tasks due to its professional appearance and build. Both laptops have similar battery life, but the ASUS has a higher refresh rate display which is beneficial for fast-paced gaming. If the budget is a consideration, they are similarly priced; your choice should align with whether you prioritize gaming and graphics-intensive tasks or portability and professional use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Dash 15
Good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
6.2/10
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5431 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
6.9/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is only fair.
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.
Screen Quality
7.0/10
6.1/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
272.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
241.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5431 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 boasts superior panel quality, resolution, and brightness, making it ideal for general use and detailed tasks like engineering and design due to its precise color reproduction. However, its screen falls short for gaming and 3D applications as it lacks the high refresh rate needed for smooth motion. The Dell Latitude 5431 provides acceptable visual clarity and brightness for everyday tasks and sufficient color accuracy for basic engineering and design work, but it also does not have the high refresh rate crucial for optimal gaming and 3D experiences.
Cost
$1,150
$950
$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 Latitude 5431 costs $950.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and Dell Latitude 5431 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is well-suited for general use with a capable CPU, ample RAM, a quality IPS screen, and solid battery life, but it is a bit heavy, affecting portability. The Dell Latitude 5431, although with a somewhat less powerful CPU, has comparable RAM, a similar quality display, lighter weight for better portability, and long battery life; it makes up in portability and professional build what it sacrifices slightly in power.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.4/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and Dell Latitude 5431 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
7.3/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and Dell Latitude 5431 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
9.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has 9 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5431 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
14.0in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Latitude 5431 and ASUS TUF Dash 15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.4/10
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and Dell Latitude 5431 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 Latitude 5431 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."
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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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