The ASUS Vivobook 15 is more budget-friendly and could be a good choice if price is a major concern for you. However, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers significantly higher performance, especially for demanding tasks like 3D rendering or engineering work. The Dell also has a larger storage capacity, more RAM, and a better screen resolution. Both laptops have similar portability and battery life, but the Dell's higher-quality build and more premium features justify its higher price if you need a powerful machine for intensive tasks. If you require a laptop for general use and want to save money, the ASUS Vivobook 15 is a suitable option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15
The ASUS Vivobook 15 has no clear advantages over the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus.
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good portability
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.5/10
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
326.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 15 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers better general use capabilities than the ASUS Vivobook 15 due to its more powerful processor, larger amount of RAM, greater storage, and a higher quality screen with better resolution and color accuracy, all contributing to a smoother and more efficient user experience. In contrast, while the ASUS Vivobook 15 is slightly more portable and comes at a lower price point, its less powerful CPU, lower RAM, and basic screen quality make it suitable for less demanding tasks and users with tighter budgets.
Gaming and AI
5.9/10
6.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 15 has an entry-level GPU and a standard screen refresh rate, making it fair for gaming and 3D applications, whereas the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is equipped with a superior integrated GPU and a screen with higher pixel density for better visual detail, which makes it good for those purposes.
Engineering and Design
6.1/10
7.8/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 15 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is rated higher for engineering and design use because it has a more powerful CPU and double the amount of RAM compared to the ASUS Vivobook 15, which means it can handle more complex software and tasks more efficiently. Additionally, the Dell has a GPU that outperforms the ASUS's integrated graphics and a screen with higher resolution and color accuracy, which is essential for design work, whereas the ASUS's lower-end components make it more suitable for less demanding applications.
Content Creation
6.4/10
7.9/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 15 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
6.5/10
7.7/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 15 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
7.0/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
326.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers a crisper, brighter display with better resolution compared to the ASUS Vivobook 15, making it more pleasant for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos. Engineers and designers will appreciate the Inspiron's wider color gamut, bringing out more accurate and vivid colors in their work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to lower refresh rates, despite their adequate resolution and panel types, resulting in less smooth visuals during high-motion scenarios.
Cost
$530
$1,000
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook 15 has a price of $530 and the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus costs $1,000.
The ASUS Vivobook 15 has 6 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has 6 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
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 14 Plus to have very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.4/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and ASUS Vivobook 15 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 15 and the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus compare to other laptops
"The Asus VivoBook 15 is a quiet office notebook with a strong screen. However, the VivoBook 15 still has room for improvement. Office and internet applications as well as simple games do not pose any major challenges for the VivoBook - this is ensured by the built-in combination of Ryzen 7 5700U APU and 16 GB of RAM. Heat and noise emissions are acceptable. But, the laptop has weaknesses that should not be present at this level: lack of keyboard lighting, a slow memory card reader, no fast USB-C port (USB 3.2 Gen 2 or Thunderbolt 4) with Power Delivery and DisplayPort. Battery runtimes can only be described as average."
"The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is for power users on a budget. If you're looking to maximize CPU and GPU performance on your next 14-inch laptop, then consider the pricier Razer Blade 14 or Asus Zephyrus G14. If you're looking for a thin-and-light 14-inch Ultrabook, then the Asus Zenbook 14 or LG Gram 14 may be better options. For the best of both worlds, however, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420 rides a fine line between extreme performance and portability while keeping prices at reasonable levels. Frequent travelers who rely on performance beyond what the Core U-series and integrated graphics series can offer will find the Dell to be a solid solution."
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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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