If you prioritize battery life and portability, consider the Dell Latitude 5431, which is slightly lighter and has a larger battery. However, if storage space is more vital for you, the ASUS Vivobook 15X comes with more built-in storage. For tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or other engineering applications, the Dell's processor may offer better performance. The ASUS has a larger screen, which might be preferable for multimedia use, but the Dell's slightly smaller screen could contribute to its portability. Both are good for general use and priced relatively similarly; your specific needs and preferences will determine the best fit. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5431.
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
Good for software development
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
6.9/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5431 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both only fair for engineering and design, though the Dell Latitude 5431 is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Screen Quality
6.2/10
6.1/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
241.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5431 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 15X for content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and Dell Latitude 5431 both offer screens that are adequate for day-to-day tasks like browsing and office work due to their resolution and brightness. However, engineers and designers may find the color precision limited as these models do not cover wider color gamuts extensively. When it comes to Gaming and 3D, these laptops may not provide the smoothest experience because they lack high refresh rates, which are crucial for fluid motion and quick visual responsiveness.
Cost
$525
$950
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the Dell Latitude 5431 costs $950.
The Dell Latitude 5431 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5431 outperforms the ASUS Vivobook 15X in general use because it offers double the RAM for better multitasking, a faster Intel processor, superior heat management, and a longer battery life for extended use away from power sources, all with a slightly better portability due to its lighter weight. The Vivobook 15X, on the other hand, offers more storage and a larger screen, but is held back by lower RAM, a slower AMD processor, and shorter battery life, which when combined with its slightly heavier build, makes it less suited for demanding general use scenarios compared to the Latitude.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.2/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
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 5431 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and the Dell Latitude 5431 are fair for gaming and 3D because their integrated GPUs (the AMD Ryzen 5 7530U Vega 7 and the Intel i5-1250P Iris Xe, respectively) and 60Hz screen refresh rates are suitable for moderate gaming requirements. They both have good-quality IPS screens with standard resolutions, but the GPUs and refresh rates are not designed for high-end gaming or professional 3D applications, limiting their gaming and 3D performance to a fair level.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.4/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 5431 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
7.1/10
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 5431 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 5431 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Latitude 5431 and ASUS Vivobook 15X both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.4/10
The Dell Latitude 5431 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 Latitude 5431 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."
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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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