The ASUS Vivobook 15X is often less expensive and features a larger 15.6-inch display, suitable for those who prefer a more spacious screen for general use. However, it has half the storage and RAM compared to the Dell Inspiron 14 7435, which may limit performance for more intensive tasks. The Dell has a higher resolution touchscreen with a better aspect ratio and also sports a more powerful main processor, making it a stronger choice for engineering and 3D/machine learning applications. The Dell is also slightly lighter and has a generally better build quality, making it more portable, but it typically costs more. If battery life is a concern, the Dell offers a more robust battery. Choose the ASUS if you're looking for value and a larger screen appeal, or the Dell if performance and portability are priorities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has no clear advantages over the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435.
Advantages of the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Very good portability
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
216.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for general use, though the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 offers superior general use functionality with a better processor, double the RAM for multitasking, and higher resolution in a smaller and slightly more portable form factor with touch capabilities compared to the ASUS Vivobook 15X. Additionally, the Dell has a two-in-one feature which may be beneficial for versatility, but both laptops have comparable battery life and fair heat management, with the ASUS having a slightly better portability score due to its larger screen despite being heavier.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.1/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 has a stronger CPU and GPU, which means better performance for engineering tasks compared to the ASUS Vivobook 15X, which has lower RAM and a less powerful processor and graphics card. Additionally, the Dell offers more screen real estate with a higher resolution, contributing to its superiority for design work, while the ASUS might benefit from its larger screen size despite being less sharp and vibrant.
Screen Quality
6.2/10
6.1/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
216.0 nits
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 15X for content creation, and software development.
When considering a laptop for general use, a fair screen quality ensures clear and vibrant images, but it may lack the sharpness and brightness found in higher-end models. For engineering and design tasks, color accuracy is crucial for precise work, and the fair screen quality on both laptops implies satisfactory but not top-of-the-line DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB representation. Lastly, for gaming and 3D applications where motion clarity is key, these laptops have poorer screen quality due to their lower refresh rates, which can result in less fluid motion compared to models with higher refresh rates designed for these tasks.
Cost
$525
$779
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 costs $779.
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 both have integrated GPUs that are decent for light gaming and 3D applications, but not powerful enough for intensive 3D games that require high frame rates and detailed graphics. Their screens have the same refresh rate limit, which is fine for casual gaming but will not provide the smoothest experience for fast-paced games; the Dell, however, offers slightly higher screen quality due to a better resolution and aspect ratio.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.6/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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.
Software Development
6.9/10
7.4/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 to be 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has 8 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
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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
7.4/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and ASUS Vivobook 15X 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 Inpsiron 14 7435 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."
"We see no shame in an economy laptop missing the four-star mark. Frankly, we considered giving the Inspiron 14 2-in-1 three-and-a-half stars for its low price, competitive performance, and long battery life. Unfortunately, working with a screen that can't deliver at least 300 nits of brightness is simply no fun to the point of detrimental. Still, if you're looking for a convertible laptop on a tight budget, it's worth keeping an eye on Dell's sales and discounts. That Lavender Blue model is fairly tempting."
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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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