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Updated January 10, 2024·
If performance for 3D applications, machine learning, or gaming is a priority and you prefer a laptop with a number pad and better graphics capabilities, the ASUS Vivobook 16X should suit you well. However, it has lower battery life and is heavier than the Dell Latitude 5530, making it less portable. On the other hand, if portability and a longer battery life are essential, and you need a laptop mainly for general use, the lighter Dell Latitude 5530 with Windows 11 Pro is a better option, although its performance for intensive tasks is lower compared to the ASUS Vivobook 16X. Both laptops are similarly priced, so your choice will depend on weighing these factors according to your specific needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16X
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5530
- Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.7
6.2
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5530 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is better for gaming and 3D because it has a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 120, which provides smoother visuals and can better handle graphic-intensive tasks. In contrast, while the Dell Latitude 5530 has a decent Intel Iris Xe GPU for fair gaming and 3D performance, its lower screen refresh rate of 60 may not be as suitable for fast-paced games or detailed 3D work.
Engineering and Design
8.2
6.9
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5530 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X surpasses the Dell Latitude 5530 in engineering and design use primarily due to its more powerful CPU and GPU, which are integral for demanding tasks and graphics-intensive applications; additionally, its screen quality is superior with higher color accuracy, vital for design work. While the Dell Latitude 5530 offers greater portability and a quieter operation, it falls short in CPU and GPU performance and screen color reproduction, impacting its suitability for high-end engineering and design tasks.
Screen Quality
7.3
6.3
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5530 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X offers a good balance of resolution and brightness that suits everyday tasks well, but falls short in refresh rate for smooth visuals crucial in gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, its strong color reproduction benefits engineering and design work where color accuracy is key. The Dell Latitude 5530 provides an adequate display for common activities and colors are fairly represented for technical tasks but doesn't meet the higher refresh rate needs for gaming and 3D rendering.
Battery
5.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has 5 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5530 has 9 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.
Cost
$1,200
$919
$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 Latitude 5530 costs $919.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and Dell Latitude 5530 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is well-suited for general use due to its robust Intel i7 processor, sufficient RAM, and high-quality IPS screen, but it's heavier and has shorter battery life, making portability and long usage sessions a concern. In contrast, the Dell Latitude 5530 also supports general use with ample RAM and a good IPS display, yet it comes with a less powerful i5 processor; however, it offers better portability and longer battery life, which are significant pluses for users on the go.
Content Creation
7.7
7.4
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and Dell Latitude 5530 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
7.3
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and Dell Latitude 5530 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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Latitude 5530 and ASUS Vivobook 16X both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5530 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 Latitude 5530 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook 16X | Dell Latitude 5530 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,200 | $919 | ||
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 9.2'' x 0.87'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.25 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.12" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.81" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i5-1245U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 58 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 | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 300 nits | 286 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 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 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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."
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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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