If you value longer battery life and a higher quality build, the Dell XPS 15 is a better option, with a larger battery and higher scores in those areas, but it does come at a higher price. The ASUS Vivobook 16, on the other hand, is more affordable but has lower battery life and build quality ratings. Both laptops have the same amount of RAM and screen resolution, but the XPS 15 has a smaller screen size. The XPS 15 also has a better portability score but is slightly heavier than the Vivobook. For tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or intensive engineering, neither laptop is ideal for heavy gaming, but both can handle general use and engineering tasks well. The Vivobook has an AMD processor and GPU, while the XPS 15 comes with an Intel processor and Arc GPU. Choose the Vivobook for everyday tasks and affordability, or the XPS for higher build quality and longer battery life, keeping in mind the price difference. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16
The ASUS Vivobook 16 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
7.6/10
8.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
295.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
606.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 16 is good.
The Dell XPS 15 outperforms the ASUS Vivobook 16 due to its superior screen quality, offering a higher brightness level and wider color coverage, which enhances visual content, alongside a higher-capacity battery leading to longer battery life, thus facilitating longer usage without the need for recharging. While both have the same amount of RAM for multitasking, the Dell's more powerful CPU translates to better performance in demanding tasks, but it is slightly heavier, impacting portability in comparison to the ASUS.
Engineering and Design
7.0/10
8.1/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 16 is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 16 is equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 7730U CPU and integrated Radeon graphics, which offer solid performance for engineering software, and it has a high-resolution IPS display for clear visuals during design work. The Dell XPS 15 features a more powerful Intel i7-13700H processor with discrete Intel Arc A370M graphics, making it better suited for intensive engineering applications, and it boasts a brighter and more color-accurate screen which is beneficial for design professionals.
Content Creation
7.5/10
8.3/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 16 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
7.3/10
8.1/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
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 16 is good.
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
6.4/10
7.4/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
295.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
606.0 nits
The Dell XPS 15 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 16's screen provides adequate detail and visibility for daily tasks and some professional work, but lacks the color precision vital for high-level engineering and design tasks; meanwhile, its slower refresh rate detracts from a smooth gaming and 3D experience. The Dell XPS 15's display offers sharper details and better brightness, enhancing both everyday and professional applications, coupled with a wider color range which benefits engineering and design work, but it too doesn't cater to gamers or 3D enthusiasts due to a lacking refresh rate. For both models, while the general and professional needs are mostly met, serious gamers and 3D artists will find the displays not up to par for their specific high-refresh-rate requirements.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 16 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
7.0/10
8.5/10
The Dell XPS 15 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 16 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$669
$1,000
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook 16 has a price of $669 and the Dell XPS 15 costs $1,000.
The Dell XPS 15 and ASUS Vivobook 16 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell XPS 15 offers better gaming and 3D performance mainly because it has a stronger GPU, the Intel Arc A370M, compared to the ASUS Vivobook 16's integrated Radeon Vega 8 graphics. Both laptops have similar screen refresh rates, but the Dell's superior GPU and better overall screen quality, including higher brightness and color space coverage, make it more suitable for gaming and graphics-intensive tasks.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell XPS 15 and ASUS Vivobook 16 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 16 and the Dell XPS 15 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."
"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."
Get a great deal on the ASUS Vivobook 16 or the Dell XPS 15
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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