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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you're looking for a more cost-effective option, the Asus Vivobook 15X could be a suitable choice, often available at a lower price than the Dell Latitude 5530. When deciding between the two, consider that higher-priced laptops like the Dell Latitude 5530 often come with features that cater to business users, such as enhanced security and durability, as well as better support and warranty services. If performance for intensive tasks is crucial, scrutinize the specific hardware components like processor, memory, and graphics capabilities, because these influence speed and efficiency. For users who prioritize lengthy unplugged use, battery life is key, and laptops like the Dell Latitude may offer more robust battery performance. Considering portability, lighter and thinner models are more convenient for travel, though potentially at the expense of screen size and connectivity options. Gamers, 3D artists, or those involved in machine learning should aim for laptops with powerful graphics cards, ample cooling, and high-refresh displays, which might increase the cost. In contrast, general use or engineering software might not need as high-grade graphics but could benefit from a good balance between CPU, memory, and storage speed. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
- The ASUS Vivobook 15X has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5530.
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5530
- Good for software development
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.3
6.9
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 5530 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both only fair for engineering and design, though the Dell Latitude 5530 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
6.3
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
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 5530 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 15X for content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize viewing angles and color consistency for activities like web browsing or document editing, both the ASUS Vivobook 15X and the Dell Latitude 5530 provide fair screens that should suffice for these tasks. However, for engineering and design work where precise color representation is crucial, neither laptop offers the wide color gamut needed for the highest accuracy. Lastly, for gaming and 3D work, both laptops fall short as they lack the high refresh rates that provide smoother visuals and better user experience for fast-paced scenarios.
Cost
$525
$919
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the Dell Latitude 5530 costs $919.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.1
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Latitude 5530 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5530 earns its 'good' general use status with a higher memory capacity, brighter screen, longer battery life, and more portable design compared to the fair-rated ASUS Vivobook 15X. Despite the ASUS having ample storage and a decent screen, its lower RAM, dimmer screen brightness, and shorter battery life limit its performance in comparison to the Dell, which also offers superior build quality and heat management.
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.2
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 5530 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and the Dell Latitude 5530 offer comparable experiences for gaming and 3D tasks, as both have integrated graphics—the Vivobook with AMD Ryzen Vega 7 and the Latitude with Intel Iris Xe—and standard 60Hz screen refresh rates, which can handle many games but won't be as smooth as laptops with higher refresh rates. Despite their similar performance in this area, screen quality and processing power will also affect gaming, with the Vivobook's screen potentially offering moderate color accuracy, and its CPU suitable for common tasks, while the Latitude, with a brighter screen and Intel's CPU, may offer a slight edge in multitasking and visual tasks.
Content Creation
7.1
7.4
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 5530 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
7.3
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 5530 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 5530 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
15.6in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and Dell Latitude 5530 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5530 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 5530 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Vivobook 15X | Dell Latitude 5530 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$525 | $919 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.2'' x 0.7'' | 14.1'' x 9.2'' x 0.87'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.15" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | Intel i5-1245U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 58 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 286 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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The Verge
Monica Chin | May 2023
"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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