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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook 16X offers a balance of performance and portability with a higher screen refresh rate and resolution, making it a good choice for tasks that benefit from detailed visuals and color accuracy, like photo editing or design work. Conversely, the Dell G15 5520 has a larger storage capacity and better heat management, which could make it more suitable for gaming and long sessions of intensive computing. The Vivobook is lighter and has longer battery life, making it more portable, while the G15 has an edge in performance for 3D rendering and engineering tasks, albeit it's heavier and has a shorter battery duration. Both have similar price points, so your decision should weigh the importance of portability against raw performance and storage needs based on what you'll primarily use the laptop for. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16X
- Good portability
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Dell G15 5520
- Good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.3
7.1
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
251.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a better screen than the Dell G15 5520 for general use, and engineering and design, while the Dell G15 5520 has a better screen for software development.
If you prioritize a vivid display and accurate colors for tasks like photo editing or CAD work, both the ASUS Vivobook 16X and the Dell G15 5520 should serve you well with their adequate resolution and color reproduction. However, if gaming or 3D modeling is a priority, you may find both laptops lacking due to their lower refresh rates, which can make fast-paced visuals less smooth. For everyday tasks like browsing and streaming, both models will provide a comfortable viewing experience with their respectable brightness and panel quality.
Portability
Good
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has good portability, while the Dell G15 5520 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,200
$1,000
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a price of $1,200 and the Dell G15 5520 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.9
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
251.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.3/10
The Dell G15 5520 and ASUS Vivobook 16X are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is preferred for general use due to its lighter weight, higher color accuracy screen, and sufficient battery life, which supports portability and multimedia tasks, while the Dell G15 5520, with its durable build and quality keyboard, offers a slightly bigger screen and more storage, making it a solid choice for both general use and heavier tasks despite being heavier and bulkier.
Gaming and AI
7.7
7.7
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and Dell G15 5520 are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is equipped with an Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a 120Hz refresh rate screen, making it more suited for high-quality gaming and 3D graphics applications. The Dell G15 5520 also offers great gaming and 3D capabilities, with an Nvidia RTX 3060 and a higher 165Hz screen refresh rate for very smooth visuals, particularly in fast-paced games.
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.2
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and Dell G15 5520 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X stands out for engineering and design due to its powerful Intel i7 CPU, ample 16 GB of RAM, advanced Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, and highly accurate screen colors, making it an optimal choice for tasks that require precision and high performance. Meanwhile, the Dell G15 5520 also caters well to engineering and design thanks to its capable i7 CPU, generous RAM and storage, and a robust Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, but it offers a more immersive gaming appearance and possibly better heat management, balancing both work and play with a slight lean towards gaming enthusiasts.
Content Creation
7.7
7.9
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell G15 5520 and ASUS Vivobook 16X 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
7.4
7.5
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Dell G15 5520 and ASUS Vivobook 16X 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.
Battery
5.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has 5 hours of battery life. The Dell G15 5520 has 6 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
7.4
The Dell G15 5520 and ASUS Vivobook 16X 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 16X and the Dell G15 5520 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook 16X | Dell G15 5520 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,200 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.8'' x 0.74'' | 14.1'' x 10.7'' x 1.06'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.25 lbs | 5.55 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.12" | 14.06" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.81" | 10.74" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 56 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 300 nits | 251 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
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 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS Vivobook 16X
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Kok Kee | February 2023
"I think the ASUS Vivobook 16X is fantastic. Great performance, decent battery life, good keyboard and trackpad, and a massive screen – just that the screen quality itself is kinda subpar. If you’re okay with the screen, then I think this is an okay laptop. However, I’d like to see a price drop."
Dell G15 5520
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Rtings
Olivier Martin, Ryan Lim, and John Peroramas | April 2023
"The Dell G15 (2022) is a 15.6-inch budget gaming laptop, and is great for gaming. You can configure the laptop with powerful Intel 12th Gen. CPUs and various NVIDIA dedicated GPUs, all of which deliver a smooth gaming experience at 1080p. There's also a QHD 240Hz display option if you want better visuals, though you'll have to pair it with the top-end NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti to get good frame rates. It doesn't get overly hot or loud under load, and there's no noticeable throttling on the CPU or GPU. Unfortunately, the 120Hz panel has a slow response time, causing noticeable ghosting, and it doesn't support variable refresh rate."
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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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