The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a larger screen and more storage, which is good for entertainment and multitasking, but it's heavier, making it less portable. The Dell XPS 13 is lighter and has a higher resolution screen, improving portability and image clarity, but provides less storage. Both have similar performance capabilities for general use. If you prioritize a larger display and don't mind a bit of extra weight, consider the Vivobook. If you prefer a more portable laptop with a sharper screen and don't need as much built-in storage, the XPS 13 might be a better fit. 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 XPS 13.
Advantages of the Dell XPS 13
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Very good battery life
Best in class speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3/10
7.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
442.0 nits
The Dell XPS 13 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook S 15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Dell XPS 13's higher resolution and brighter display offers clearer and more vibrant visuals, making it suitable for everyday tasks, while the ASUS Vivobook's decent resolution and brightness are adequate but not as impressive. The Dell XPS 13, with its wider color gamut, benefits engineers and designers who require accurate color representation for their work, over the adequate but less color-accurate display of the Vivobook. However, for gaming and 3D applications where high refresh rates are crucial, neither the Dell XPS 13 nor the ASUS Vivobook excel, as both have displays with lower refresh rates, which could hinder the smoothness of fast-paced visuals.
Portability
Good
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.4in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Dell XPS 13 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
8.5/10
The Dell XPS 13 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$908
$1,399
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a price of $908 and the Dell XPS 13 costs $1,399.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and Dell XPS 13 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 comes with ample storage space and higher battery capacity which supports extended use, with a larger screen size that makes it favorable for multitasking and media consumption but more cumbersome to carry compared to its counterpart. The Dell XPS 13, on the other hand, offers a higher resolution and better-quality screen in a much smaller and lighter package, with excellent portability, making it ideal for on-the-go users who prioritize ease of transport and screen clarity over more prolonged use without charging.
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
8.7/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and Dell XPS 13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and the Dell XPS 13 are considered fair for gaming and 3D because both have integrated GPUs that provide modest gaming capabilities, and standard screen refresh rates which are not optimal for fast-paced games. While both have quality screens and respectable processors, neither are specifically engineered for high-end gaming; their respective integrated GPUs and 60Hz refresh rates do not match the performance of advanced dedicated gaming GPUs and higher refresh rate displays commonly found in specialized gaming laptops.
Engineering and Design
7.1/10
7.2/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell XPS 13 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15's AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and Vega 8 GPU with a larger screen make it well-suited for engineering and design tasks that may benefit from a more robust processor and a wider display; however, it's heavier and less portable than the sleeker Dell XPS 13, which boasts an Intel i7 CPU with Iris Xe graphics and a higher pixel density screen offering sharper images, alongside a lighter build and higher portability, making it a solid choice for on-the-go professionals who prioritize a balance between performance and mobility.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.7/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 13 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 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
6.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Dell XPS 13 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has 9 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.
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How the ASUS Vivobook S 15 and the Dell XPS 13 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."
"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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