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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook 15X is usually less expensive and has commendable general-use performance; it's lightweight and thus more portable, but its screen and speaker quality are just adequate, and it lacks premium features like facial recognition or ray tracing for gaming. On the other hand, the Dell XPS 15 costs more but offers a significantly better display, more RAM, and higher performance, especially for tasks such as 3D rendering and engineering software. It also has a sturdier build, a backlit keyboard, and a longer battery life, but it's slightly heavier, which could affect portability. Both have ample storage and are suitable for general use and gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
- The ASUS Vivobook 15X has no clear advantages over the Dell XPS 15.
Advantages of the Dell XPS 15
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1
8.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
606.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is good.
The Dell XPS 15 offers superior general use experience with a more powerful Intel i7 CPU and double the RAM compared to the ASUS Vivobook 15X's AMD Ryzen 5 CPU and half as much RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking. The XPS 15 also boasts a higher screen resolution and better color accuracy, contributing to its very good rating, while the Vivobook 15X provides fair general use with lower screen quality indicators.
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.8
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.1/10
The Dell XPS 15 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Dell XPS 15 is somewhat better.
The Dell XPS 15 offers a more powerful dedicated Intel Arc A370M GPU and additional features like hardware ray tracing and DLSS which are beneficial for gaming and 3D applications, whereas the ASUS Vivobook 15X has an integrated Vega 7 GPU which is less capable in these tasks. Additionally, while both have 60Hz refresh rates, the Dell XPS 15 has a higher screen resolution and superior screen quality, meaning better visuals for gaming and 3D content.
Engineering and Design
6.3
8.1
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
The Dell XPS 15 outperforms the ASUS Vivobook 15X for engineering and design use primarily due to its superior main processor, double the RAM, and a more powerful GPU, which are crucial for intensive tasks, along with a higher-quality screen. While both laptops are similarly portable, the XPS 15 further offers a more premium build, a better keyboard, and lower operating noise, all of which contribute to a more comfortable and immersive working environment.
Content Creation
7.1
8.3
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is good.
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
8.1
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
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 XPS 15 is very 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
7.4
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
606.0 nits
The Dell XPS 15 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 15X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a sharp and vivid display for everyday tasks, the Dell XPS 15 offers better resolution and brightness, providing a clearer and more vibrant viewing experience for activities like browsing and watching videos. For engineering and design where color accuracy is crucial, the Dell XPS 15's superior color gamut coverage ensures more precise color representation, essential for professional-level graphic work. However, for gaming and 3D purposes, neither laptop is ideal as they both lack high refresh rates, which limits the smoothness of motion and responsiveness in fast-paced visuals.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell XPS 15 has 10 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
8.5
The Dell XPS 15 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
$1,000
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the Dell XPS 15 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and Dell XPS 15 both have good portability.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 15X and the Dell XPS 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Vivobook 15X | Dell XPS 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$525 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.2'' x 0.7'' | 13.6'' x 9.1'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | 4.21 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 13.57" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.15" | 9.06" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 86 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 606 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 9.1/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 10/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 3 | |
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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ASUS Vivobook 15X
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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."
Dell XPS 15
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PCMag
Matthew Buzzi | May 2023
"The 2023 Dell XPS 15 is more or less exactly what you'd expect from the company flagship. Its fresh components deliver measurably superior power and longevity, while the machine's premium build and design remain intact. It may not be overly exciting, but XPS loyalists and upgraders should be more than happy."
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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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