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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize gaming or tasks that require substantial graphics power, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 with its dedicated gaming graphics chip would be preferable. However, the Dell Latitude 5431 is more suitable for business use, with its professional appearance and lighter weight enhancing portability. While the ASUS has a longer battery life, the Dell's advantage lies in better heat management and lower fan noise. Both laptops offer similar performance for general use, but the ASUS pulls ahead for 3D and engineering work. The battery life and portability of the Dell suffer in comparison, but its screen is better suited for fast motion, which might be relevant for certain applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.4
6.2
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 excels in gaming and 3D applications primarily due to a more capable AMD RX 7600S graphics card, as opposed to the Dell Latitude 5431, which uses the less powerful integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics found in its Intel i5-1250P processor.
Engineering and Design
7.7
6.9
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16, with its higher-end AMD Ryzen CPU and dedicated AMD RX GPU, provides powerful performance and screen quality for demanding tasks like 3D modeling and rendering, while the Dell Latitude 5431 has a capable Intel i5 CPU with integrated graphics, which is suitable for engineering, but may not handle intensive design work as effortlessly. Despite being heavier and less portable, the ASUS's better screen resolution and color coverage, compared to the lighter and more portable Dell, makes it more appealing for design, though at the cost of reduced battery life and greater operating noise.
Screen Quality
7.5
6.1
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
241.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5431 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16's panel delivers vibrant images and fine detail, making it suitable for general use and engineering tasks where color accuracy is crucial; however, its lower refresh rate makes fast-paced visuals in gaming less smooth. The Dell Latitude 5431 offers decent quality for day-to-day tasks and engineering work, with its resolution and brightness ensuring clear visuals, but it doesn't excel in any specific aspect for demanding color work or gaming. Neither laptop stands out for gaming or 3D modeling due to suboptimal refresh rates, impacting the fluidity of movement and immersion in these applications.
Battery
12.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 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
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Latitude 5431 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 both have good portability, though the Dell Latitude 5431 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
241.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Dell Latitude 5431 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 delivers strong performance with a powerful CPU and ample RAM, making it great for everyday tasks and even some gaming, while its larger screen with high color accuracy and refresh rates enhances the viewing experience; however, it has a heavier build and shorter battery life compared to the Dell Latitude 5431, which offers exceptional portability and longer battery life, making it ideal for on-the-go use despite having less storage and a less potent integrated GPU.
Content Creation
7.6
7.4
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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
7.3
7.3
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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.
Build Quality
7.2
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5431 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$940
$950
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $940 and the Dell Latitude 5431 costs $950.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and the Dell Latitude 5431 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS TUF Gaming A16 | Dell Latitude 5431 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$940 | $950 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.97'' | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.96'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 3.3 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 12.65" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 8.35" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | Intel i5-1250P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 64 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 241 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Dominic Bayley | May 2023
"The A16 makes an excellent case against more expensive laptops like the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 and the MSI Katana GF76, especially if you’re into 1080p gaming. However, although its affordable, it doesn’t skimp on performance or a robust chassis. But for me, the biggest factor that sets it apart from these options is its incredible battery life. In my time reviewing laptops, I can’t remember when I last saw a gaming laptop lasted 11 and a half hours on a single charge, which makes the A16, in my book, truly outstanding."
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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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