The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED generally costs more than the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus; if a higher price for better performance is acceptable, the ASUS has an Intel i9 processor making it well-suited for intensive tasks like engineering, 3D rendering, or machine learning. Its OLED screen also offers vibrant colors and contrast, but it's less portable due to its larger size and weight. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron is somewhat cheaper and slightly more portable with better battery life, yet with an Intel i7 processor, it's still capable of handling general use and some engineering tasks, albeit not as intensely as the ASUS. The Dell's IPS screen delivers quality visuals but isn't as color-rich as the ASUS's OLED panel. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good speakers
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
Very good portability
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.9/10
7.0/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
600.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
326.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers vibrant colors and sharp images due to its OLED panel, making it superior for general use and engineering tasks that require accurate color representation. However, for gaming and 3D applications, its likely lower refresh rate compared to panels designed for these tasks affects the visual fluidity and responsiveness negatively. The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus, with a good but non-OLED display, still provides decent color accuracy and brightness for general use and engineering, but like the ASUS, falls short for gaming and 3D due to a probable standard refresh rate.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Dell Inspiron 14 Plus are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers a superior OLED screen with higher brightness and color accuracy, which enhances the experience for general use, while its higher-performance CPU can handle more demanding tasks. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus benefits from being slightly more portable and having better heat management, making it a solid choice for users prioritizing mobility and extended use without discomfort.
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
6.6/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Dell Inspiron 14 Plus are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is better suited for gaming and 3D applications due to its higher screen refresh rate, enhancing the smoothness of fast-paced visuals, whereas the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus, with a standard refresh rate, trades cutting-edge responsiveness for potentially better value. Both laptops have solid GPUs for rendering graphics but consider the ASUS if screen refresh rate is a priority or the Dell for a balance between price and performance.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
7.8/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED to be very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is suited for engineering and design tasks with its high-contrast OLED screen, powerful CPU, and ample RAM, enhancing visual clarity and multitasking capabilities; its integrated high-performance GPU supports less intense graphic design work. In comparison, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus also offers a robust CPU and sufficient RAM for engineering tasks and features a high-quality IPS screen, but with slightly lower screen performance metrics when it comes to color space coverage and contrast ratio, which may matter for color-critical design work.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.9/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED to be very good for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 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
7.9/10
7.7/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 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
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has 7 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has 6 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
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 14 Plus to have very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.4/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$990
$1,000
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a price of $990 and the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus costs $1,000.
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How the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus compare to other laptops
"The Asus Vivobook S 15 OLED excels as a capable work machine at an affordable price. It offers commendable performance, thanks to its 12th Gen Intel chip, delivers quality on-screen entertainment with its 15.6-inch OLED display, and can (kind of) get you through a full day of work. Oh, and its special Asus Antibacterial Guard is a nice touch for those who like a clean laptop."
"The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is for power users on a budget. If you're looking to maximize CPU and GPU performance on your next 14-inch laptop, then consider the pricier Razer Blade 14 or Asus Zephyrus G14. If you're looking for a thin-and-light 14-inch Ultrabook, then the Asus Zenbook 14 or LG Gram 14 may be better options. For the best of both worlds, however, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420 rides a fine line between extreme performance and portability while keeping prices at reasonable levels. Frequent travelers who rely on performance beyond what the Core U-series and integrated graphics series can offer will find the Dell to be a solid solution."
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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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