When deciding between the ASUS Vivobook 17 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425, consider the following: the ASUS is less expensive and has a larger screen, which is great for visibility but reduces portability. It has lower storage capacity and less powerful hardware making it suitable for basic tasks but not for intensive applications. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron is more expensive but comes with higher storage, better hardware for performance tasks like 3D rendering and engineering, and has a more compact design for easier portability. It also boasts a longer battery life, making it a good choice for extended use without needing to charge frequently. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 17
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has no clear advantages over the Dell Inspiron 14 5425.
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5425
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
7.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
263.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
279.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both good for general use, though the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 outperforms the ASUS Vivobook 17 due to its superior processing power and double the RAM, which enables better multitasking and faster operation in general use. Additionally, the Inspiron's higher resolution and smaller, more portable form factor contribute to its classification as good for general use, whereas the Vivobook's larger screen and fair portability make it just fair in comparison.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.0/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is fair for engineering and design use due to its decent CPU and RAM but falls short with a basic GPU and average screen quality, whereas the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is rated good as it has a stronger GPU, better screen quality, along with a competitive CPU and sufficient RAM for such tasks. While the Vivobook offers a larger screen and potentially quieter operation, the Inspiron 14 gains an edge with its superior portability and quality peripherals, which include a more comfortable keyboard and higher-quality speakers.
Software Development
6.9/10
7.5/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 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
6.2/10
6.3/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
263.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
279.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 17 for content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 both have screens that offer enough resolution and brightness to handle everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming, which is why they're adequate for general use. For engineering and design, while these laptops have fair screen quality, professionals may find the color accuracy limited due to the lack of wider color gamuts, which could affect work that requires precise color representation. In terms of gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short as their screens do not support high refresh rates, leading to less fluid motion, and the resolution and panel quality might not provide the detail and clarity demanded by high-end graphics work.
Battery
6.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has 6 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has 12 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
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$429
$479
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a price of $429 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 costs $479.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a larger screen which may enhance gaming and 3D experiences but uses an integrated Intel UHD Graphics GPU which isn't ideal for very demanding tasks; whereas the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a more powerful Vega 8 GPU within its AMD Ryzen processor supporting a bit better gaming performance but comes with a smaller screen. Both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, which is a limiting factor for fast-paced games, and while they have decent screen quality and processors, neither is top-of-the-line for intensive gaming or 3D work.
Content Creation
7.0/10
7.5/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and ASUS Vivobook 17 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.
Build Quality
6.5/10
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 14 5425 to have good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 has only fair 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 17 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 compare to other laptops
"The ASUS Vivobook 17 is an affordable 17-inch laptop with passive cooling. On one hand, you get a really quiet and cool work device with a good system performance, many connections, good maintenance options, speakers acceptable for multimedia enjoyment, and a sharp and clear matte FHD IPS display with the Asus VivoBook 17 (F712JA). On the other hand, the USB-C port lacks Power Delivery and DisplayPort, and the display, a higher brightness and better color space coverage."
"A slim chassis, an acceptable weight (1.6 kg) and a real-world battery life of almost 13 hours turn the Inspiron into a mobile companion. Good: The battery can not only be charged using Dell's proprietary power adapter, but also with a universal USB-C power adapter (min. 45 watts). Office and Internet applications are handled by the built-in combination of Ryzen 5 5625U APU and 16 GB of RAM just as easily as modest computer games. Heat and noise development are generally okay, but the laptop should work a bit quieter under full load."
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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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