The ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED offers a vibrant OLED display with superior color accuracy and contrast, making it ideal for media consumption and tasks that benefit from a high-quality screen. It's also equipped with a more powerful Intel Core Ultra 7 processor and a dedicated Intel Arc GPU, which will provide better performance for gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning tasks. However, it's slightly heavier and has a larger footprint, which may affect its portability. The battery life is good, but not as long-lasting as some other models.
On the other hand, the Dell XPS 13 is more compact and lightweight, making it an excellent choice for those who prioritize portability. It has a longer battery life, ensuring you can work or browse for extended periods without needing to recharge. The XPS 13 also boasts a high-quality IPS display with good color coverage and a taller 16:10 aspect ratio, which is great for productivity. While its Intel i7-1250U processor and integrated Iris Xe graphics are capable, they may not match the performance of the ASUS in more demanding tasks. The XPS 13 also has a higher quality build and a reputation for exceptional keyboard and touchpad quality.
In summary, choose the ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED for its superior display and performance in intensive tasks, but be prepared for a slight compromise in portability and battery life. Opt for the Dell XPS 13 if you need a lightweight, long-lasting laptop with a great build and a display that's excellent for everyday use and productivity. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED
Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the Dell XPS 13
Very good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Best in class speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.8/10
7.2/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED and Dell XPS 13 are both good for engineering and design, though the ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
8.1/10
7.2/10
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
600.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
442.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED has a better screen than the Dell XPS 13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
PerfectRec’s screen quality scores take into account various important factors that are relevant for different use cases.
Build Quality
7.4/10
8.5/10
The Dell XPS 13 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$899
$1,399
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED has a price of $899 and the Dell XPS 13 costs $1,399.
The Dell XPS 13 and ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
6.6/10
6.2/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED and Dell XPS 13 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.
Content Creation
7.9/10
7.7/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED and Dell XPS 13 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
7.7/10
7.5/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED and Dell XPS 13 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 14 OLED 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.
Portability
Excellent
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Dell XPS 13 and ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED both have excellent portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED and the Dell XPS 13 compare to other laptops
"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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