If you prioritize gaming or tasks that require high graphical performance, the ASUS TUF Gaming A15, with its dedicated Nvidia RTX graphics, is the better choice. However, it comes with more weight and a larger size, so it's less portable than the Dell Inspiron 14 7435. On the other hand, the Dell features a 2-in-1 convertible design which is more versatile for general use and is lighter, making it easier to carry around. The ASUS has a higher refresh rate screen which is great for gaming, while the Dell has higher resolution and aspect ratio, which is beneficial for productivity and media consumption. The Dell is more affordable but may not handle demanding applications as well as the ASUS. 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
Very good battery life
Advantages of the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
Very good portability
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0/10
6.3/10
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 Inpsiron 14 7435 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
7.1/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
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 Inpsiron 14 7435 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is preferred for engineering and design because it has a high-performance CPU and dedicated gaming-class GPU, essential for intensive computational tasks and graphics processing, whereas the Dell Inspiron 14 7435, while offering a capable CPU and integrated graphics, falls short in graphic performance, making it less suitable for demanding engineering applications and design work.
Screen Quality
7.2/10
6.1/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
216.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a better screen than the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS has a panel with higher resolution and brightness, making it suitable for general use, and its wider color gamut enables more accurate color representation which is beneficial for engineering and design tasks. However, its lower refresh rate limits its ability to display fast-moving visuals smoothly, which is a drawback for gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron's screen, while adequate in resolution and brightness for daily tasks, lacks the color accuracy needed for professional design work and, similar to the ASUS, isn't optimized for 3D due to the lower refresh rate.
Battery
11.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has 11 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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
$779
$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 Inpsiron 14 7435 costs $779.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 offers a high-performance CPU and GPU, ample RAM, and a durable build that can handle demanding tasks but has a bulkier design and shorter battery life than the Dell Inspiron 14 7435, which provides a more portable form factor, 2-in-1 versatility with a touchscreen, and good battery life, making it well-suited for general productivity and on-the-go use.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.6/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A15 to be very good for content creation, while the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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
7.4/10
9.1/10
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 ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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
7.2/10
7.4/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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 Inpsiron 14 7435 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."
"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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