Considering the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425, the ASUS is notably more expensive and geared towards gaming, with a dedicated Nvidia graphics card and a larger display with a higher refresh rate, which is advantageous for gaming and tasks that require higher performance like 3D rendering or machine learning. It also has a sturdier build but is heavier and bulkier, making it less portable. On the other hand, the Dell is more budget-friendly, lighter, and more portable, making it suitable for general use and daily tasks. However, it has integrated graphics that are less powerful for gaming or demanding creative work. It also features an IPS display with a higher resolution but a standard refresh rate, favoring productivity and media consumption. The choice depends on whether performance in gaming and intensive tasks or portability and cost are your priorities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A15
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5425
Very good portability
Good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0/10
6.2/10
8.9/10
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
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very 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
8.2/10
7.0/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 outperforms the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 for engineering and design due to its stronger CPU and dedicated graphics card, resulting in better computation and graphics handling capabilities, while the Dell's integrated graphics may limit performance in demanding tasks. However, the Dell Inspiron offers greater portability, with a lighter weight and slightly better battery life, and both have similar RAM and high-quality IPS displays, though the ASUS has a higher refresh rate which is beneficial for smoother visuals in design work.
Screen Quality
7.2/10
6.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
279.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15's panel type, resolution, and brightness make it a strong choice for general use and it excels in color accuracy for engineering and design, yet its refresh rate is not as high as dedicated gaming laptops demand. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 offers adequate resolution and brightness for general use and acceptable color reproduction for design tasks, but its panel is not optimized for the high refresh rates sought after by gaming and 3D rendering enthusiasts. Therefore, those seeking a laptop primarily for gaming or 3D work should consider models specialized in those areas, while the ASUS and Dell can suffice for general use and less intensive design work.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has very good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,059
$479
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a price of $2,059 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 costs $479.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 offers a higher refresh rate display for smoother visuals, larger storage, and more powerful graphics suitable for intensive tasks, but it's heavier and less portable than the Dell Inspiron 14 5425, which boasts a lighter build and longer battery life for on-the-go use, making it a better option for those prioritizing portability. While both have the same RAM and comparable CPU performance, the Dell's higher resolution and aspect ratio may enhance general productivity and screen space, albeit with a less impressive GPU for gaming or graphic-intensive applications.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.5/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A15 to be very good for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 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
7.6/10
7.5/10
9.1/10
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 ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 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
11.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has 11 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.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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 Gaming A15 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 compare to other laptops
"With the release of the TUF Gaming A15, Asos have concentrated on the essentials: gaming performance. Our base version, which can be had for around $1,169, already provided enough power to play current games smoothly in a native resolution of 1080p and with maximum details - thanks to its new Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop. If you utilize upscaling, then you can even manage to run ray tracing."
"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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