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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is slightly less expensive, offers more storage out of the box, features a high-refresh-rate OLED screen which is excellent for colors and contrast, and is slightly more portable. If you need a laptop with a high-quality screen for media and a good balance of performance for general use, this could be suitable. The Dell XPS 15, on the other hand, is slightly more expensive, provides high-quality build and speakers, and longer battery life, which is great for productivity without frequent charging. It also includes a dedicated graphics card, better for 3D tasks, and has multiple Thunderbolt ports for connectivity. If you value premium design, extended battery life, and need better performance for engineering or 3D work, consider the XPS 15. Both laptops handle general use very competently and either would be a good choice for day-to-day tasks, with the ASUS leaning towards media and portability, and the Dell towards productivity and performance tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the Dell XPS 15
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.9
7.4
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
600.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
606.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen than the Dell XPS 15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Dell XPS 15 has a better screen for content creation.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED boasts an OLED display which offers richer contrast and a wider color range, enhancing both casual use and design tasks where color accuracy is crucial. However, it lacks a high refresh rate, which affects the quality during fast-paced gaming or 3D modeling. The Dell XPS 15, on the other hand, has a good quality display that provides solid color accuracy and brightness for everyday tasks and professional work, but similarly falls short for gaming and 3D work due to its standard refresh rate.
Battery
7.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has 7 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.
Build Quality
7.2
8.5
The Dell XPS 15 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
8.2
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
600.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
606.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell XPS 15 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is good.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED features an OLED screen with higher color accuracy and battery life, which makes it suitable for general use; however, its portability is less favored compared to the Dell XPS 15, which is highly regarded for its build and keyboard quality, making it a very good choice for users needing a premium feel and typing experience on the go.
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.8
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.4/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.1/10
The Dell XPS 15 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED are both only fair for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.1
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Dell XPS 15 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED, with its high-resolution OLED display and powerful CPU, is designed for demanding engineering and design tasks, offering vibrant visuals and strong processing capabilities. In contrast, while the Dell XPS 15 also caters to engineering and design professionals with a capable CPU and GPU, it boasts greater portability and higher build quality, including a superior keyboard and speakers, which may appeal to users prioritizing a premium experience and mobility.
Content Creation
8.2
8.3
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 15 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED are both very 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
7.9
8.1
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell XPS 15 to be very good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Dell XPS 15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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 XPS 15 costs $1,000.
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Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED | Dell XPS 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$990 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 13.6'' x 9.1'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | 4.21 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.15" | 13.57" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.03" | 9.06" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13900H | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 86 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1620 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 600 nits | 606 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 9.1/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 10/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
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Darragh Murphy | November 2022
"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."
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Matthew Buzzi | May 2023
"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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