The ASUS Vivobook 14 is generally less expensive than the Dell Precision 5470 and offers a decent balance of features for general use. It's lightweight, portable, and has a long battery life, making it a good option for everyday tasks and portability. However, for those who require high-performance hardware for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or engineering, the Dell Precision 5470 has a more powerful processor, better GPU, and more RAM, which makes it better suited for these intensive tasks. It also has a higher-quality keyboard and better screen color accuracy, but comes at a higher price point and has a slightly shorter battery life. If high performance is important and within budget, the Dell Precision 5470 may be the better choice; otherwise, for general usage and value, the ASUS Vivobook 14 is an appealing option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has no clear advantages over the Dell Precision 5470.
Advantages of the Dell Precision 5470
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Excellent 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
500.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The Dell Precision 5470 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has modest performance with an entry-level CPU and enough RAM for basic tasks alongside a standard screen, making it fair for general use, but its battery life is less than the Dell Precision 5470. In contrast, the Dell Precision 5470 offers a more robust CPU and double the RAM, better screen quality with higher brightness and color coverage, exceptional build and speaker quality, and ample battery life, thus earning its good reputation for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.7/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and ASUS Vivobook 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Dell Precision 5470 is somewhat better.
The Dell Precision 5470 outperforms the ASUS Vivobook 14 for gaming and 3D due to its powerful Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU, which is superior to the integrated graphics in the ASUS Vivobook 14. Additionally, while both have similar screen refresh rates, the Dell's superior CPU and higher screen quality provide a better overall experience for these demanding tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.8/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Precision 5470 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is considered fair for engineering and design mainly due to its mid-range Intel i5 processor, integrated Iris Xe graphics, and a screen with moderate color accuracy and brightness which might not be adequate for high-end design tasks.
Content Creation
6.9/10
7.8/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Precision 5470 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
7.7/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Dell Precision 5470 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
7.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Dell Precision 5470 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 14's display may not be as vibrant or sharp for tasks like engineering and design, where precise colors and high resolutions matter for accuracy and detail, and its lower refresh rate affects smooth visuals crucial for gaming and 3D applications. The Dell Precision 5470 offers a higher quality screen that benefits engineering and design professionals looking for a wider color range and clearer image clarity, but like the Vivobook, isn't suited for gaming and 3D modeling due to its subpar refresh rate. Both laptops are suitable for general use where the differences in color accuracy and refresh rates are less noticeable, but for specialized tasks, the Dell's superior color gamut and resolution could make a significant difference.
Battery
7.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The Dell Precision 5470 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.
Build Quality
7.0/10
8.5/10
The Dell Precision 5470 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
$1,669
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $421 and the Dell Precision 5470 costs $1,669.
"The Dell Precision 5470 is a mobile workstation that's far more portable than most alternatives. Between its slim 14-inch design and top-quality MIL-STD 810H build, it's one of the best options around for taking professional-grade performance on the road or to the job site. There are tradeoffs for its portability, and users of the most demanding, graphics-intensive applications will need to carry something heavier. But the Dell's exceptional battery life underscores its desirability as the most portable workstation we've seen."
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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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