When choosing between the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 and the Dell Inspiron 14 7435, consider your priorities. If budget is a primary concern and basic tasks such as browsing the web, word processing, and video streaming are your main activities, the Vivobook Go 14's lower price point makes it an attractive option while still providing adequate performance for such tasks. However, if you require more power for tasks like intensive engineering applications, graphic design, or gaming, the Inspiron 14 7435, despite its higher cost, offers better performance that could justify the investment. The Inspiron may also have higher quality build, better display, and more premium features. Moreover, if portability is crucial, the lighter and potentially thinner Vivobook might be preferable, though this could come at the expense of shorter battery life compared to the Inspiron, which may better support long hours of work away from an outlet. Ultimately, your choice should align with the importance you place on performance, build quality, battery life, portability, and price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 14
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has no clear advantages over the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435.
Advantages of the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall build quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.2/10
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
216.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 outshines the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 in general use due to its superior processing power with a stronger CPU, double the memory, and a higher resolution touchscreen, providing more multitasking capabilities and better visual clarity. Additionally, while both boast good portability, the Inspiron has a slightly higher battery capacity and a 2-in-1 convertible feature, enhancing its versatility without significantly increasing its weight.
Gaming and AI
5.7/10
6.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is equipped with a basic AMD Radeon 610M GPU, which may not handle gaming and 3D applications very well, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 comes with a more capable Vega 8 integrated GPU that offers better performance for these tasks. Both laptops have similar screen refresh rates, but the superior GPU in the Dell Inspiron contributes to a fair gaming and 3D experience compared to the ASUS.
Engineering and Design
5.9/10
7.1/10
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 is preferred for engineering and design because it incorporates a more powerful AMD Ryzen 7 processor and Vega 8 graphics, which are essential for demanding applications and rendering tasks, alongside double the RAM for smoother multitasking; additionally, it has a higher resolution touchscreen display, enhancing detail and interactivity for design work. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 offers a lesser AMD Ryzen 3 processor with Radeon 610M graphics and less RAM, which may not handle engineering software as effectively, and it has a standard resolution, non-touchscreen display, which could limit its utility for detailed design tasks.
Content Creation
6.5/10
7.6/10
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is only fair.
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
6.4/10
7.4/10
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 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
6.1/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
216.0 nits
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 for content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 and the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 have screens with adequate resolution and brightness, but may not have the most vibrant displays due to the panel technology used. When it comes to engineering and design, while the resolution supports detailed work, the color accuracy might be limited as these models do not cover the professional color gamuts comprehensively. For 3D tasks and gaming, both the Vivobook and Inspiron are less suited due to lower refresh rates, which can lead to less smooth visuals, although the resolution and panel type might still provide sufficient clarity for casual use.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has 8 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
6.5/10
7.4/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$450
$779
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a price of $450 and the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 costs $779.
"The lack of a backlit keyboard in this price segment shouldn't sway the buyer the other way. However, it still comes down to user preference. The Vivobook Go 14 is a decent laptop in an extremely competitive price segment. A few omissions are a part of the balancing to reach the price segment. The Asus Vivobook Go 14 is a rare find when it comes to the price to performance ratio."
"We see no shame in an economy laptop missing the four-star mark. Frankly, we considered giving the Inspiron 14 2-in-1 three-and-a-half stars for its low price, competitive performance, and long battery life. Unfortunately, working with a screen that can't deliver at least 300 nits of brightness is simply no fun to the point of detrimental. Still, if you're looking for a convertible laptop on a tight budget, it's worth keeping an eye on Dell's sales and discounts. That Lavender Blue model is fairly tempting."
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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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