When choosing between the ASUS Vivobook S 15 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425, consider that the ASUS model typically costs more but provides a larger storage capacity, a slightly larger screen with a standard aspect ratio, and better graphics performance, making it suitable for intensive tasks like video editing or gaming. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron boasts a higher screen resolution with a taller aspect ratio, which might be preferable for productivity tasks. It is lighter and thus more portable than the ASUS, and it also offers a longer battery life, benefits that come in handy for users who are often on the move. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has no clear advantages over the Dell Inspiron 14 5425.
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5425
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3/10
6.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
279.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 have similar screen quality.
For general use, both the ASUS Vivobook S 15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 offer screens that provide adequate resolution and brightness, but they might not have the high-quality panels that some users desire for sharp and vibrant image quality. When considering engineering and design work, the color accuracy and range are crucial, and these laptops may fall short in delivering the wide color gamuts needed for precise color work. Lastly, for gaming and 3D applications, where fluid motion is key, the lower refresh rates of these laptops' screens could lead to less smooth visuals, which might be a drawback for fast-paced interaction or rendering.
Battery
9.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has 9 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.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 strikes a balance between performance and everyday functionality, with a capable CPU and ample RAM for multitasking, a good quality IPS screen, and a sturdy build that doesn't compromise too much on portability or battery life. Meanwhile, the Dell Inspiron 14 5425's slightly more portable design and quality IPS screen, along with similar performance capabilities, make it suitable for general use, but with its smaller size, the battery life is a bit shorter compared to the ASUS.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
6.2/10
3.7/10
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
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both fair for gaming and 3D because they come equipped with integrated Vega 8 graphics, which are capable but not designed for high-end gaming or professional 3D graphics work. Additionally, both laptops have a 60Hz screen refresh rate, which is adequate for casual gaming but lacks the smoothness that professional gamers seek from higher refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
7.1/10
7.0/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are suitable for engineering and design due to their powerful AMD Ryzen processors, adequate RAM for multitasking, and integrated Vega 8 graphics for handling design applications. While both laptops offer high-quality IPS displays, the ASUS's larger screen is better for visuals and multitasking, whereas the Dell's higher resolution and aspect ratio may offer sharper images and more vertical space beneficial for design work.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.5/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 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
7.4/10
7.5/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 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
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 14 5425 to have very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$800
$800
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a price of $800 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 costs $800.
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How the ASUS Vivobook S 15 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 compare to other laptops
"Internals make Asus VivoBook S15 laptop a compelling option. The Asus multimedia laptop may look rather below-average with its modest black chassis, lack of a dedicated GPU, limited RAM and meagre port selection without Thunderbolt support. But your impression of the device will start changing once you set your eyes on its high-contrast OLED capable of producing deep blacks and highly accurate colours. And your opinion will change completely when the VivoBook is switched on. The AMD CPU can effortlessly keep up with powerful rivals from Intel. The integrated Radeon graphics blows away Intel's iGPU when it comes to graphics workloads such as rendering and simpler games."
"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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