The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and the Dell XPS 15 are both midrange-priced with similar storage and RAM. The ASUS TUF Gaming has a more powerful RTX 4070 GPU, suitable for gaming or intensive engineering and 3D/machine learning tasks, while the Dell XPS 15's Intel Arc A370M GPU is less powerful, but the Dell offers better screen resolution and coverage of color spaces, making it ideal for tasks where color accuracy is important. The ASUS has a slightly bigger battery but shorter typical usage battery life, whereas the Dell promises longer battery life, making it more portable. The Dell also scores higher on build quality, keyboard, and speaker quality. If you need a laptop for high-performance gaming or engineering tasks, the ASUS may be the better choice, but for general use, content creation involving colors, and longer battery life for travel, the Dell XPS 15 may suit you better. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F15
Very good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the Dell XPS 15
Very good for general use
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Best in class speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
8.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
257.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
606.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for general use, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is good.
The Dell XPS 15 stands out for general use primarily due to its superior battery life and higher resolution screen, offering longer usage away from power sources and sharper visuals, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 provides a solid general use experience with a strong processor and ample storage but falls short in portability and battery performance compared to the Dell.
Gaming and AI
8.0/10
6.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.4/10
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
9.1/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell XPS 15 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is equipped with a powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and has a high screen refresh rate of 144Hz, making it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications. Meanwhile, the Dell XPS 15 comes with an Intel Arc A370M GPU and a standard refresh rate of 60Hz, providing decent performance for gaming and 3D tasks with superior screen quality and higher color accuracy, yet less suited for fast-paced gaming scenarios compared to its ASUS counterpart.
Content Creation
7.7/10
8.3/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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
7.3/10
8.1/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for software development, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is good.
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.
Screen Quality
6.9/10
7.4/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
257.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
606.0 nits
The Dell XPS 15 has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15's screen may be suitable for general use due to its adequate resolution and brightness, but the color accuracy may not be up to par for professional engineering and design tasks, which often require wider color gamuts. Meanwhile, the Dell XPS 15 offers a more vibrant and accurate display, catering well to users who need precise colors for tasks like photo editing or CAD work. However, both laptops' displays lack high refresh rates, which is essential for a smooth experience in gaming and 3D rendering, potentially making them less than ideal for those specific activities.
Battery
5.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has 5 hours of battery life. The Dell XPS 15 has 10 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
15.6in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell XPS 15 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 both have good portability, though the Dell XPS 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
8.5/10
The Dell XPS 15 has very good build quality, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,399
$1,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a price of $1,399 and the Dell XPS 15 costs $1,000.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and Dell XPS 15 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 stands out for engineering and design due to its more powerful GPU, essential for tasks requiring high graphical performance, but the Dell XPS 15, while having a less potent GPU, compensates with a higher-quality screen that is beneficial for detailed visual work and is also more portable and quieter, making it a better all-around choice if mobility and a quieter operating environment are priorities. Additionally, both laptops have similar CPU and RAM capabilities which are very important for engineering tasks, but the superior GPU in the ASUS is a decisive edge for more intensive engineering simulations and design work.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and the Dell XPS 15 compare to other laptops
"Aside from all the chassis updates, the new TUF Gaming is most notable for its much higher TGP target of 140 W compared to only 95 W on the previous generation. PC makers everywhere are using the same GeForce GPUs this year since Nvidia has yet to launch the successor to the mobile RTX 3000 series. The more demanding processors of the new TUF Gaming has directly impacted battery life and the size of the AC adapter. Don't expect runtimes to be longer than on the previous generation under most conditions and be prepared to carry around an even larger AC adapter than before."
"The 2023 Dell XPS 15 is more or less exactly what you'd expect from the company flagship. Its fresh components deliver measurably superior power and longevity, while the machine's premium build and design remain intact. It may not be overly exciting, but XPS loyalists and upgraders should be more than happy."
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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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