The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 offers high-performance hardware that suits intensive tasks like gaming, 3D modeling, and machine learning, but it is less portable and more expensive. The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus, while being much more affordable, is compact and lighter, making it easy to carry. It provides sufficient performance for general use and some engineering applications but might fall short for heavy tasks. If budget is less of a concern and you need top performance, consider the ASUS. If portability and value are priorities, and your workloads aren't as demanding, the Dell could serve you well. 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
Very good battery life
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
Very good portability
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0/10
6.6/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
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 Plus is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15, with its Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a 144Hz screen refresh rate, offers robust gaming and 3D performance ideal for fast-paced visuals and detailed rendering. Conversely, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus also supports gaming and 3D tasks but with Intel's Iris Xe graphics and a lower 60Hz refresh rate, it may not be as smooth in fast action scenes, although it provides higher screen resolution and quality for sharp image details.
Screen Quality
7.2/10
7.0/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
326.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus for gaming and AI, and content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offer clear visuals and ample brightness, ensuring comfortable everyday tasks like web browsing or document editing. Engineering and design professionals will appreciate their displays' capability to represent a wide range of colors accurately, which is critical for tasks that demand color precision. However, for gaming and 3D applications where fast-moving visuals are common, the lower refresh rates of these laptops may lead to less fluid motion and a less immersive experience compared to displays optimized for high refresh rates.
Battery
11.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has 11 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has 6 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
3.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 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
$1,000
$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 Plus costs $1,000.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is equipped with a more powerful CPU and GPU, making it suitable for heavy tasks and gaming, but this also leads to shorter battery life and it's heavier, reducing portability compared to the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers a higher resolution and brighter screen for better visual quality and a lighter build with longer battery life, which makes it more suitable for frequent travelers who need a machine for general use and prioritize screen quality and portability over gaming performance.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
7.8/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A15 to be very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15, with its high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and robust GPU, excels in engineering tasks and design work, while also offering superior screen quality for detailed visuals. The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus, while still capable for engineering and design with good CPU and RAM, is more portable with a better keyboard and quieter operation, but may not match the ASUS in raw graphical performance.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.9/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
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 Plus 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
7.7/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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 Inspiron 14 Plus 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 Inspiron 14 Plus 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."
"The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is for power users on a budget. If you're looking to maximize CPU and GPU performance on your next 14-inch laptop, then consider the pricier Razer Blade 14 or Asus Zephyrus G14. If you're looking for a thin-and-light 14-inch Ultrabook, then the Asus Zenbook 14 or LG Gram 14 may be better options. For the best of both worlds, however, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420 rides a fine line between extreme performance and portability while keeping prices at reasonable levels. Frequent travelers who rely on performance beyond what the Core U-series and integrated graphics series can offer will find the Dell to be a solid solution."
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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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