For better performance in general and engineering tasks, consider the Dell Inspiron 14 5425, which also offers a higher battery life and a slightly smaller and lighter form factor, thus increasing portability. However, it is generally more expensive than the ASUS Vivobook 15X. The Vivobook 15X, with a larger screen and a keyboard with a number pad, may be more comfortable for extended use, although it has less powerful components and shorter battery life. If budget is a primary concern and you need a cost-effective option for general use, the ASUS Vivobook 15X could suffice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has no clear advantages over the Dell Inspiron 14 5425.
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5425
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
7.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
279.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for general use, though the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 offers better performance for general use due to its more powerful AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and double the RAM compared to the ASUS Vivobook 15X, which can enhance multitasking and overall usage comfort. Additionally, the Dell boasts a higher battery life and a smaller, lighter form factor enhancing portability, whereas the ASUS has a slightly larger screen but falls short on portability and has a shorter battery life, which may impact its mobility and usage time.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.0/10
5.6/10
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 15X is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a stronger CPU, more RAM, and a higher resolution screen with superior color accuracy than the ASUS Vivobook 15X, which are crucial for demanding engineering and design tasks. While the Inspiron is more portable with a longer battery life, the Vivobook's larger screen might be preferred for detailed work, yet its lower performance hardware may slow down intensive applications.
Software Development
6.9/10
7.5/10
5.6/10
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 15X 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
6.2/10
6.3/10
15.6in
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 15X for content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 have displays with enough resolution and brightness for everyday tasks, but they may not be vibrant or sharp enough to impress discerning graphic designers. Neither model offers a wide color gamut, which limits their appeal for engineering and design professionals who rely on accurate color reproduction. While suitable for casual use, their screens lack the high refresh rates desired by gamers and professionals working with 3D graphics, who often prefer smoother visuals during fast-paced activities.
Battery
8.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has 8 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
$525
$479
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 costs $479.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are fair for gaming and 3D due to their integrated graphics and standard screen refresh rates, with the former carrying an AMD Ryzen 5 GPU and a 60Hz screen, while the latter has a slightly more capable AMD Ryzen 7 GPU but also a 60Hz screen, limiting their ability to deliver high-frame-rate experiences in demanding games and 3D applications.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.5/10
5.6/10
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 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for content creation.
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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 14 5425 to have very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 15X 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 15X and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 compare to other laptops
"All in all, my day on the Vivobook had its ups and downs. It is a really pretty and well-built device, and it had all of the functionality I needed to get me through my browser-based workload. But the speakers weren’t my favorite, and the battery life was just too short."
"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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