The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 offers an OLED screen with a higher resolution and refresh rate, which could be better for graphic design and video editing, but it is heavier and has a shorter battery life compared to the Dell XPS 13. The Dell XPS 13, on the other hand, is highly portable with a longer battery life, and it comes with more storage and RAM, which may result in better overall performance for multitasking and business applications. If you prioritize portability and battery longevity for general and business use, consider the Dell XPS 13, whereas for creative tasks that benefit from a superior display, the ASUS might be more suitable despite its lower battery life and additional weight. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14
Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the Dell XPS 13
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Very good battery life
Best in class speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
7.7/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
385.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
442.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Dell XPS 13 and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 are both good for general use, though the Dell XPS 13 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has a fair screen quality and lower portability score due to its larger size and weight compared to the Dell XPS 13, which has good screen quality and is highly portable. Additionally, the Dell XPS 13 tops in battery life and has a more powerful CPU and double the RAM, enhancing its performance for general use over the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
7.2/10
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
385.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
442.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has a better screen than the Dell XPS 13 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Dell XPS 13 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 offers a high-quality display with vibrant colors and clarity, making everyday activities like browsing and video streaming very enjoyable. Engineering and design professionals would appreciate the Vivobook Pro's wide color gamut coverage, ensuring that their work is displayed with accurate and consistent colors. However, gamers and 3D designers might find the lower refresh rate of the Vivobook Pro's screen limiting, as it won't be as smooth for fast-paced action or rendering 3D models compared to screens with higher refresh rates.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell XPS 13 has 10 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
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Dell XPS 13 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
8.5/10
The Dell XPS 13 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$548
$1,399
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has a price of $548 and the Dell XPS 13 costs $1,399.
The Dell XPS 13 and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 offers decent gaming and 3D performance thanks to its higher screen refresh rate, which makes for smoother visuals, while the GPU provides enough power for fair gaming experiences. The Dell XPS 13, although with a lower refresh rate which isn't as smooth for gaming, integrates a high-quality screen and slightly more powerful CPU, which can slightly enhance some gaming and 3D tasks but is more suitable for general productivity and multimedia consumption.
Engineering and Design
7.0/10
7.2/10
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell XPS 13 and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 are both good for engineering and design.
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
7.3/10
7.7/10
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 13 and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 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
7.2/10
7.5/10
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Dell XPS 13 and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 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.
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How the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 and the Dell XPS 13 compare to other laptops
"The Asus Vivobook Pro 14 OLED is a Pantone Validated laptop that packs a lot of processing power. The Asus VivoBook Pro 14 OLED's highlight is its outstanding display: Featuring a 3K resolution in the 16:10 format and nearly a 100% coverage of the Display P3 color space, the display hardly leaves anything to be desired. The Asus laptop also shows impeccable rates in terms of general system performance. Combined with long battery life, low noise emissions, and relatively good speakers, the laptop can be recommended to users who can accept compromises in terms of connectivity."
"In the past, the XPS 13 was a hands-down contender for the best laptop on the market. But the Apple-silicon MacBook has since barrelled onto the scene, and it wipes the floor with most of the ultraportable Windows laptops that cross my desk on a daily basis. This XPS is no exception. Compared to the M2 MacBook Air, battery life is worse."
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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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