Choosing between the ASUS Vivobook 15X and the Dell Precision 5470 depends on your priorities. The Vivobook 15X is more affordable and offers a larger screen size, making it a good option for general use and some light engineering work. However, its performance in 3D and machine learning tasks is not as strong as the Precision 5470, which, although more expensive, provides better performance for intensive engineering tasks due to its superior processor and dedicated GPU. The Precision 5470 also offers better battery life and portability, and it has a higher quality build and better heat management. If you work with complex applications and can invest more, the Precision might serve you better, while the Vivobook is a budget-friendly choice for everyday tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has no clear advantages over the Dell Precision 5470.
Advantages of the Dell Precision 5470
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Best in class speakers
Excellent 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
500.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for general use, though the Dell Precision 5470 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X offers decent general use capabilities with sufficient RAM and solid battery life, yet it has a standard screen quality and size that may not stand out for demanding tasks. On the other hand, the Dell Precision 5470 delivers a higher performance due to its powerful CPU and double the RAM, coupled with a superior screen, making it more suitable for intensive tasks, though it comes with less storage capacity and potentially higher cost.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.7/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Dell Precision 5470 is somewhat better.
The Dell Precision 5470 offers better 3D and gaming performance due to its superior Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU, which trumps the integrated AMD Vega 7 graphics found in the ASUS Vivobook 15X. Both have similar refresh rates, but the Precision's higher-quality screen, driven by its more powerful GPU and backed by a stronger CPU, makes it better suited for demanding visual tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.8/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Precision 5470 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
The Dell Precision 5470 is regarded as better for engineering and design, mainly because it has a more powerful CPU, double the RAM of the ASUS Vivobook 15X, and a higher-end GPU, which are very important for demanding tasks. Additionally, the Dell's screen has a higher resolution, better color coverage, and greater brightness, contributing to its suitability for precision work, while the ASUS may be more cost-effective and still provides adequate performance for less-intensive tasks.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.8/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Precision 5470 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for content creation, though the Dell Precision 5470 is somewhat better.
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
7.7/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Dell Precision 5470 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
7.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Dell Precision 5470 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 15X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X offers an adequate display for day-to-day tasks and professional applications that aren't heavily reliant on perfect color accuracy, providing a satisfactory balance of resolution and brightness. On the other hand, the Dell Precision 5470 boasts a higher-quality display with greater color precision suitable for engineering and design work, ensuring that colors appear more accurate and consistent. However, for gaming and 3D applications where fluid motion is key, both laptops may not be ideal, as they lack high refresh rates, which are crucial for a smooth visual experience.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Precision 5470 has 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
8.5/10
The Dell Precision 5470 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$525
$1,669
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the Dell Precision 5470 costs $1,669.
"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."
"The Dell Precision 5470 is a mobile workstation that's far more portable than most alternatives. Between its slim 14-inch design and top-quality MIL-STD 810H build, it's one of the best options around for taking professional-grade performance on the road or to the job site. There are tradeoffs for its portability, and users of the most demanding, graphics-intensive applications will need to carry something heavier. But the Dell's exceptional battery life underscores its desirability as the most portable workstation we've seen."
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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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