The ASUS Vivobook 15X is usually less expensive, has more storage, and features an AMD Ryzen processor with integrated Vega graphics, making it suitable for general use and light gaming. However, it's heavier and larger, which could be a downside if portability is crucial for you. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5330 is typically more expensive, has less storage but more RAM, an Intel processor with Iris Xe graphics, and offers better portability due to its smaller size and lighter weight. The Latitude also has a better battery capacity, making it more suitable for prolonged use away from power outlets. If battery life and portability are priorities and you can invest more, the Latitude could be a better choice. For budget-conscious customers who need more storage and don't mind a larger, heavier laptop, the Vivobook could be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5330.
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330
Good for software development
Very good portability
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
6.9/10
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 Latitude 5330 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both only fair for engineering and design, though the Dell Latitude 5330 is somewhat better.
The Dell Latitude 5330 excels in engineering and design due to its stronger CPU and GPU, namely the Intel i5-1245U with Iris Xe graphics, and more RAM, supporting more complex tasks and ensuring smoother multitasking, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X, with its AMD Ryzen 5 7530U Vega 7 CPU and GPU, offers adequate performance for less demanding tasks but may struggle with intense workloads. Despite the ASUS having more storage space, the superior screen quality and higher brightness of the Dell display also contribute to a better experience in design applications where visual accuracy is crucial.
Screen Quality
6.2/10
6.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 15X for content creation, and software development.
For general use, where tasks like browsing the web, watching videos, and using office applications are common, both the ASUS Vivobook 15X and Dell Latitude 5330 have sufficient resolution and brightness, but they may not have the most vibrant colors or the sharpest displays due to their panel type. In engineering and design, accurate color reproduction is crucial for precision work, so while these laptops can handle the workload, professionals might find the color gamut coverage less than ideal, affecting how true-to-life the colors appear. For 3D, gaming, and animation, the smoothness of motion is key, and with lower refresh rates, these laptops would not provide the most fluid visuals, in addition to only moderate resolution and panel quality, potentially impacting the overall experience.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5330 has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$525
$590
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the Dell Latitude 5330 costs $590.
The Dell Latitude 5330 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5330 offers double the RAM of the ASUS Vivobook 15X, which can contribute to smoother multitasking and general performance; it also has a brighter screen and a higher pixel density for a sharper display, making it more suitable for a variety of tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.2/10
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 5330 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and the Dell Latitude 5330 both offer fair gaming and 3D capabilities as they have integrated GPUs that are adequate for casual gaming but may struggle with intensive graphics tasks; furthermore, they share the same 60Hz screen refresh rate, which can handle most games well but may not be as smooth as higher refresh rate displays for fast-paced action. However, the Vivobook 15X has a slightly larger screen and lower screen pixel density which may affect visual details, while the Latitude 5330's screen is smaller but offers higher pixel density and greater brightness, which contributes to clearer and more vibrant image quality.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.4/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 5330 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
7.3/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 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 5330 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
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5330 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
7.4/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 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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"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."
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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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