The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is a budget-friendly option with basic performance suitable for general everyday use, whereas the Dell Latitude 5530 is priced higher but offers more storage, better overall performance, and a higher quality display, making it well-suited for more demanding tasks like engineering work or data analysis. The Vivobook has longer battery life but falls short in performance compared to the Latitude, which has a better balance for demanding software applications and multitasking. The Dell Latitude's build quality and heat management are superior, and it also includes more modern features such as Thunderbolt ports and a backlit keyboard, which the ASUS lacks. Therefore, if cost is a significant factor and your needs are centered around simple tasks, go with the Vivobook; if you need better performance for complex tasks and can invest more, the Latitude is the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 15
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5530.
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5530
Good for general use
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
7.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Latitude 5530 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a lower-end processor, less RAM, and a basic TN display panel, which may lead to less satisfying general use, whereas the Dell Latitude 5530 offers a more powerful CPU, more RAM, and a higher-quality IPS screen, which enhances the overall experience.
Gaming and AI
5.5/10
6.2/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5530 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a less capable GPU, the Intel UHD Graphics 600, which is not suited for gaming and 3D applications, while the Dell Latitude 5530 includes the more powerful Iris Xe graphics with the Intel i5 processor, making it more suitable for such tasks. Both laptops have similar screen refresh rates, which are not primarily designed for gaming, but the Dell's superior CPU and GPU combination offers better performance for these uses.
Engineering and Design
5.4/10
6.9/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5530 is only fair for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
5.7/10
7.4/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 5530 is good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
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
5.9/10
7.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5530 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
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
5.2/10
6.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5530 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 likely has a lower resolution and dimmer display compared to the Dell Latitude 5530, making the Dell's screen more suitable for everyday tasks that involve browsing and document editing. In the context of engineering and design, the Vivobook's color accuracy and range probably fall short, meaning the Latitude's ability to display a wider spectrum of colors makes it preferable for such specialized work. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the Vivobook's refresh rate might not be as high as desired for smooth visuals, while the Dell, despite fairer qualities, still does not provide the ideal gaming and 3D experience due to a suboptimal refresh rate.
Battery
7.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has 7 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
$240
$919
$0
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$400
$600
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$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a price of $240 and the Dell Latitude 5530 costs $919.
"The Asus Vivobook Go 15 is a good option if you’re looking for one device to tackle a bunch of smaller problems. For simple school studies, portable evening entertainment or distractions, and getting household admin or light office workloads out of the way, it’s a great little package with respectable battery life, and a great contender for the advent of cloud gaming."
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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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