The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is often somewhat less expensive with more storage, making it appealing for budget-conscious users demanding significant space. With an AMD Ryzen processor and integrated graphics, it should handle general tasks smoothly but may fall short for more graphics-intensive activities. In contrast, the Dell XPS 15, although more expensive, boasts a high-quality screen, superior build, and an Intel i7 processor coupled with an Intel Arc A370M GPU that provides a better experience for creative professionals and possible light gaming. Consider the XPS if prioritizing display quality, build, and performance over cost and storage. 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 15.
Advantages of the Dell XPS 15
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Best in class speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.7/10
8.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
267.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
606.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 is good.
The Dell XPS 15 outperforms the ASUS Vivobook S 15 in general use primarily due to its superior screen quality, offering a higher resolution and better color coverage, which enhances visual tasks, and its extended battery life makes it more suitable for extended use without recharging. While both have similar CPU and RAM, contributing to strong performance, the Dell’s better heat management and lower operating noise also provide a more comfortable and quiet user experience, further justifying its distinction in usability for general purposes.
Engineering and Design
7.1/10
8.1/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 is good.
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
7.6/10
8.3/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 is good.
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
8.1/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
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 15 is very good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 is good.
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
6.3/10
7.4/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
606.0 nits
The Dell XPS 15 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook S 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When considering the ASUS Vivobook S 15 and Dell XPS 15 for various uses, the Dell XPS 15 generally provides a higher resolution and brightness, making its screen more enjoyable for daily tasks and detail-oriented work like engineering and design. Furthermore, the XPS 15 typically offers wider color gamuts, ensuring more accurate color reproduction essential for professional design tasks. However, both laptops may not be ideal for 3D gaming, as they often lack the high refresh rates preferred for smooth, vibrant gameplay, but may still perform decently for less demanding 3D tasks.
Build Quality
7.0/10
8.5/10
The Dell XPS 15 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
$1,000
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a price of $908 and the Dell XPS 15 costs $1,000.
The Dell XPS 15 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell XPS 15 is equipped with the Intel Arc A370M dedicated graphics card, which provides better gaming and 3D performance compared to the integrated AMD Ryzen 7 5800H Vega 8 GPU in the ASUS Vivobook S 15. Additionally, the XPS 15 has a higher-resolution screen, which can enhance gaming and 3D experiences, although both screens have the same refresh rate.
Battery
9.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has 9 hours of battery life. The Dell XPS 15 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
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell XPS 15 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS Vivobook S 15 and the Dell XPS 15 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."
"The 2023 Dell XPS 15 is more or less exactly what you'd expect from the company flagship. Its fresh components deliver measurably superior power and longevity, while the machine's premium build and design remain intact. It may not be overly exciting, but XPS loyalists and upgraders should be more than happy."
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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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