The ASUS Vivobook 14, being somewhat less expensive, offers a good balance for general use with satisfactory performance and a decent battery life; however, the Dell Inspiron 14 5425, which is a bit more expensive, provides superior battery life, a high-resolution screen, and more power for demanding tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering work. The Dell boasts a more powerful processor and doubled RAM, enhancing multitasking and complex operations. If you prioritize endurance and performance over savings, the Dell is the preferable choice; otherwise, the ASUS may suffice for everyday tasks at a lower cost. Both have similar portability despite the Dell's slightly larger battery and additional weight. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has no clear advantages over the Dell Inspiron 14 5425.
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5425
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.9/10
7.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
279.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 outperforms the ASUS Vivobook 14 with a more powerful processor, double the memory, and higher storage capacity, enhancing multitasking and general performance. Additionally, the Dell has a higher resolution screen with superior color accuracy and longer battery life, which offsets its slightly greater weight and size, making it better suited for more demanding general use.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.0/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is equipped with less RAM, a less powerful Intel i5 processor, and integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, making it fair for tasks like engineering and design that can be resource-intensive. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 offers double the RAM, a more robust AMD Ryzen 7 processor, and better performing Radeon Vega 8 graphics, alongside a higher-res screen for finer detail, thus receiving a better suitability assessment for such demanding workloads.
Content Creation
6.9/10
7.5/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 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
7.5/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 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
6.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
279.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 14 for content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the ASUS Vivobook 14 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 offer screens that provide acceptable clarity and brightness for tasks like browsing and document editing, but they may not have the highest resolutions or the most vibrant panels available. Their adequacy for engineering and design is due to fair color reproduction and decent resolution, enabling reasonable accuracy for visual tasks, but professionals may find them lacking compared to screens with higher coverage of professional color spaces. For gaming and 3D applications, the lack of high refresh rates on these models can result in less fluid motion, which is crucial for a smooth visual experience, although their resolutions and panel types are acceptable for moderate play or work.
Battery
7.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has 12 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.
Cost
$421
$479
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $421 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 costs $479.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and ASUS Vivobook 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is equipped with an Iris Xe GPU, common in many laptops for entry-level gaming and 3D applications, while the screen's standard refresh rate is suitable for casual gaming but may not appeal to those seeking high-refresh gaming experiences. Similarly, the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 includes AMD's Vega 8 integrated graphics, offering comparable gaming and 3D performance to the ASUS, with both models featuring IPS displays that provide decent screen quality, yet not the high refresh rates sought by enthusiasts.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 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 Vivobook 14 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 compare to other laptops
"A slim chassis, an acceptable weight (1.6 kg) and a real-world battery life of almost 13 hours turn the Inspiron into a mobile companion. Good: The battery can not only be charged using Dell's proprietary power adapter, but also with a universal USB-C power adapter (min. 45 watts). Office and Internet applications are handled by the built-in combination of Ryzen 5 5625U APU and 16 GB of RAM just as easily as modest computer games. Heat and noise development are generally okay, but the laptop should work a bit quieter under full load."
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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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