The ASUS Vivobook 14 is less expensive and offers more portability with a longer battery life for everyday tasks; however, it has less storage, memory, a less powerful processor, and a less capable integrated graphics unit compared to the Dell Alienware m15 R7. If you're looking for a machine that can handle more intensive tasks like gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning, the Dell Alienware m15 R7 is better equipped. It has a higher memory, a superior processor, dedicated high-end graphics, and a display with a faster refresh rate and higher resolution, making it well-suited for demanding applications, though it's heavier and has a shorter battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
Very good portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the Dell Alienware m15 R7
Good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.9/10
7.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
The Dell Alienware m15 R7 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has an adequate CPU and RAM for general tasks but may struggle with more demanding applications, whereas the Dell Alienware m15 R7's superior CPU and RAM, combined with its higher-resolution screen, make it better suited for both general use and performance-intensive tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
7.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Alienware m15 R7 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The Dell Alienware m15 R7, with a higher-end Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU and a 240Hz screen refresh rate, is suited for smooth and visually detailed gaming and 3D tasks, whereas the ASUS Vivobook 14 offers lower game and 3D performance with its integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and a 60Hz refresh rate. The Alienware's specifications make it better for demanding visual applications, but you may prefer the ASUS if you prioritize cost savings over gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
8.2/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Alienware m15 R7 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 provides a satisfactory level of performance for engineering and design with its mid-range CPU and integrated graphics, making it better suited for less demanding tasks and offering decent portability. In contrast, the Dell Alienware m15 R7 excels in these areas due to its high-end CPU, dedicated powerful GPU, and superior screen quality, but this comes with reduced portability due to its larger size and heavier weight.
Content Creation
6.9/10
7.5/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Alienware m15 R7 is good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
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
6.8/10
7.3/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Dell Alienware m15 R7 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
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
6.3/10
8.2/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The Dell Alienware m15 R7 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Vivobook's screen might not be as bright or sharp as the Alienware's, leading to less vivid images and text. Engineers and designers could prefer the Alienware due to its wider color coverage, providing more accurate colors for precise work. However, both laptops fall short for 3D purposes since neither has a high refresh rate, which is crucial for smooth rendering and gaming experiences.
Battery
7.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The Dell Alienware m15 R7 has 5 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
Very Good
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has very good portability, while the Dell Alienware m15 R7 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
8.5/10
The Dell Alienware m15 R7 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$421
$2,200
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $421 and the Dell Alienware m15 R7 costs $2,200.
"The Alienware M15 offers solid gaming and leading endurance. It makes the most of its CPU and GPU while delivering stellar battery life for a gaming laptop. Opening the lid presents a full-size keyboard with honeycomb cutouts above it on the deck. An oblong RBG lightning element surrounds the entire rear panel and can be color-synced with the other lights on the laptop. There’s not a lot to dislike about the M15 Its productivity performance lagged in some areas, particularly in the storage benchmark, and it’s a bit heavy. Alienware has a clear winner here with the M15 based on its strong overall performance and endurance."
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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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