The ASUS Vivobook 14 is the more budget-friendly option and is light, making it very portable. While both laptops have similar storage, RAM, and processors, the Dell Latitude 5430 has a longer battery life and additional ports such as Ethernet and USB-C charging capability, which could be a draw for business use or for users who require more connectivity options. The Dell also comes with Windows 11 Pro, which offers advanced features compared to the Vivobook's Windows 11 Home. If you need a laptop for general usage, the ASUS is a cost-effective choice, while the Dell may better suit professional needs requiring more robust features and connectivity. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5430.
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5430
Good for general use
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3/10
6.1/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5430 for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5430 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the ASUS Vivobook 14 and Dell Latitude 5430 offer sufficient resolution and brightness, but neither stands out for exceptional screen clarity or color vibrancy. Engineering and design work demand a wide color gamut for accurate color representation; these laptops do not excel in covering professional color spaces like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB. When it comes to 3D applications or gaming, the importance of a high refresh rate is not met by either laptop, which may result in less fluid visuals, while the panel quality and resolution they offer are just adequate, not pushing the standards for immersive or competitive experiences.
Battery
7.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5430 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.
Cost
$421
$790
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $421 and the Dell Latitude 5430 costs $790.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 5430 to be good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and Dell Latitude 5430 have similar CPU and RAM, ensuring fair performance for general use, with both sporting a 14-inch IPS screen with decent resolution but not standout screen quality. The Latitude 5430 offers a bit more battery life and durability, tailored towards business users, while the Vivobook 14 maintains comparable portability, making either a fair choice depending on whether longer battery life or other ASUS-specific features are prioritized.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5430 and ASUS Vivobook 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and the Dell Latitude 5430 both use the same integrated GPU and share a max refresh rate of 60Hz, which limits their gaming and 3D performance when compared to dedicated gaming machines with higher refresh rates and more powerful GPUs. They have adequate CPUs for general tasks, but their screen quality is acceptable rather than outstanding, which also affects the gaming and 3D visualization experiences.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
6.5/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5430 and ASUS Vivobook 14 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both considered fair for engineering and design due to their comparable processors, RAM, and integrated graphics which provide modest performance but may struggle with highly demanding engineering tasks; both laptops have good screen quality according to their IPS panel type and full HD resolution which is adequate for design work. However, the Latitude 5430 offers a clearer advantage in battery life and has ports like Thunderbolt 4 which enhance its connectivity options, making it a more favorable option for those who need longer unplugged usage and better accessory support.
Content Creation
6.9/10
7.2/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 5430 to be 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
7.1/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 5430 to be 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and Dell Latitude 5430 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.4/10
The Dell Latitude 5430 and ASUS Vivobook 14 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 Latitude 5430 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
ASUS Vivobook 14
Dell Latitude 5430
GENERAL
Price
Price
$421
$790
Release Date
Release Date
March 1, 2023
May 1, 2022
Overall Dimensions
Overall Dimensions
12.8'' x 8.4'' x 0.7''
12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.76''
Weight
Weight
3.09 lbs
3.01 lbs
Width
Width
12.79"
12.65"
Depth
Depth
8.42"
8.35"
INTERNAL
Processor
Processor
Intel i5-1235U
Intel i5-1235U
RAM
RAM
8 GB
8 GB
DDR Memory Version
DDR Memory Version
4
4
RAM Slots
RAM Slots
1
2
Storage
Storage
256 GB
256 GB
Storage Slots
Storage Slots
1
1
Graphics
Graphics
Iris Xe
Iris Xe
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
No
No
GPU Type
GPU Type
GPU Memory (VRAM)
GPU Memory (VRAM)
Supports DLSS
Supports DLSS
No
No
Supports Ray Tracing
Supports Ray Tracing
No
No
BATTERY
Battery Life
Battery Life
7 Hours
9 Hours
Battery Capacity
Battery Capacity
42 Wh
58 Wh
SCREEN
Diagonal Size
Diagonal Size
14"
14"
Display Technology
Display Technology
IPS
IPS
Resolution
Resolution
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
Refresh Rate
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Display Brightness
Display Brightness
250 nits
248 nits
Screen Aspect Ratio
Screen Aspect Ratio
16:9
16:9
Pixel Density
Pixel Density
157.35 PPI
157.35 PPI
Contrast
Contrast
Unknown
1430: 1
Display Response Time
Display Response Time
Unknown
41 ms
DCI-P3
DCI-P3
50 %
39 %
sRGB
sRGB
67 %
55 %
Adobe RGB
Adobe RGB
50 %
39 %
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS
Build Quality Score
Build Quality Score
7/10
7.4/10
Portability Score
Portability Score
8.5/10
8.4/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
Gaming Laptop Appearance
No
No
Premium Business Laptop
Premium Business Laptop
No
Yes
Fan Noise Score
Fan Noise Score
7.5/10
8/10
Facial Recognition
Facial Recognition
No
No
Upper Side Temp (Max)
Upper Side Temp (Max)
49.2°C
41.7°C
Lower Side Temp (Max)
Lower Side Temp (Max)
54°C
35.6°C
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
35.4°C
28.8°C
Keyboard Lighting Color
Keyboard Lighting Color
N/A
White
Warranty Period
Warranty Period
1 year
1 year
HARDWARE FEATURES
Keyboard Quality Score
Keyboard Quality Score
6.8/10
7/10
Speaker Quality Score
Speaker Quality Score
6/10
8/10
Webcam
Webcam
720p
720p
Fingerprint Reader
Fingerprint Reader
Yes
No
Backlit Keyboard
Backlit Keyboard
No
Yes
Number Pad
Number Pad
No
No
CONNECTIVITY
USB Type-A
USB Type-A
3
2
USB-C ports
USB-C ports
1
2
USB-C Charging
USB-C Charging
No
Yes
Display Outputs
Display Outputs
1
3
Thunderbolt Version
Thunderbolt Version
N/A
4
Thunderbolt Ports
Thunderbolt Ports
0
2
DisplayPorts
DisplayPorts
0
0
HDMI Ports
HDMI Ports
1
1
Ethernet
Ethernet
No
Yes
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth Version
5.1
5.3
WiFi Version
WiFi Version
5
6E
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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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