The ASUS Vivobook 16 comes at a lower price than the Dell Inspiron 14 5420, with a larger 16-inch screen compared to Dell's 14-inch. If you prioritize storage, ASUS offers twice as much, but the Dell has a better battery life and is lighter, making it more portable. Performance-wise, ASUS’s AMD processor and integrated graphics are suitable for general use and light engineering tasks, but Dell's Intel CPU combined with Nvidia graphics better handles 3D and machine learning applications. For screen quality and color accuracy, Dell's display is superior, which is beneficial if your work involves visual accuracy. Both have similar built-in features, but the ASUS includes a number pad, which could be helpful for data entry tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16
The ASUS Vivobook 16 has no clear advantages over the Dell Inspiron 14 5420.
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5420
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.4/10
6.5/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
295.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
279.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook 16 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5420 have similar screen quality.
For general use, both the ASUS Vivobook 16 and Dell Inspiron 14 5420 provide screens that are sharp, bright, and clear enough for tasks like browsing and video streaming, but they lack the high-end resolution and exceptional brightness that premium screens offer. Engineering and design professionals may find the color accuracy and range on these models acceptable for moderate-level work but not up to par for color-critical tasks, as they don't fully cover professional color gamuts. When it comes to gaming and 3D, the lower refresh rates on both laptops are not ideal for smooth motion and graphics, and while the resolution and panel quality are adequate, they do not cater to the high-performance visuals avid gamers seek.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 16 has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$669
$971
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook 16 has a price of $669 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5420 costs $971.
The ASUS Vivobook 16 and Dell Inspiron 14 5420 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook 16, with a larger screen and ample storage, is suitable for those who prioritize a spacious display and data capacity, while the Dell Inspiron 14 5420 offers superior portability and longer battery life for users who value mobility and less frequent charging.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
6.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 and ASUS Vivobook 16 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 16 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5420 are both rated fair for gaming and 3D because they have GPUs that are decent but not top-of-the-line—with the ASUS featuring an integrated Vega 8 GPU and the Dell an Nvidia MX570, both of which provide acceptable performance for light gaming and 3D applications. Additionally, their screen refresh rates are standard at 60Hz, which is fine for casual gaming, but may not be as smooth for fast-paced games or professional 3D work.
Engineering and Design
7.0/10
7.1/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 and ASUS Vivobook 16 are both good for engineering and design.
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.
Content Creation
7.5/10
7.5/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook 16 and Dell Inspiron 14 5420 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
7.3/10
7.4/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 and ASUS Vivobook 16 are both good for software development.
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.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16 and Dell Inspiron 14 5420 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 16 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5420 compare to other laptops
Olivier Martin, Ryan Lim, Yannick Khong | May 2023
"The ASUS Vivobook 16 M1605 (2023) is a budget Windows laptop. It's available with various AMD Ryzen 5000 and 7000 U-series CPUs and integrated graphics. You can only get 8GB of RAM; however, there's an empty SO-DIMM slot if you want to upgrade it. It has an FHD+ (1920 x 1200) 16:10 IPS display, a full-size keyboard with a Numpad, a 720p webcam, and Wi-Fi 6E wireless connectivity. Ports include three USB-As, one USB-C, an HDMI, and a headphone jack. The USB-C supports charging but no video output."
"If laptops were food, then the Dell Inspiron 14 5420 is arguably a Big Mac. There are cheaper and more expensive options, but this arguably represents the baseline of quality and value in the world of mobile computing… something that’s underlined by the attractive $1,279 price tag."
Get a great deal on the ASUS Vivobook 16 or the Dell Inspiron 14 5420
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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