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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook 13 stands out with its OLED display providing vibrant colors and high contrast, making it excellent for video and photo editing. It's also more portable due to its lighter weight. If you prefer longer battery life and a slightly larger OLED screen for visual tasks, the Zenbook could be your choice. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 offers a touchscreen, larger RAM, which might be better for multitasking or complex tasks. The Inspiron also has a newer processor and comes with Windows 11. If you require a touchscreen and better multitasking capabilities, consider the Dell. Both laptops are similarly priced, so your decision should be based on your specific needs for display quality, multitasking, and portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 13
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
- Good speakers
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 7425
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.8
6.2
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
378.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
260.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS Zenbook 13 likely offers a high-resolution display with a variety of panel technology, delivering sharp visuals and rich colors for both general use and professional engineering tasks, but its lower refresh rate makes it less suitable for gaming where smooth motion is key. The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 provides adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and is satisfactory for engineering purposes, although its color range may not be as broad as that of the ASUS, impacting color-sensitive work. Both laptops struggle with gaming due to their poorer refresh rates, which can result in less fluid motion and a less immersive experience.
Battery
9.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has 9 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 has 7.5 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
Very Good
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has excellent portability, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$890
$800
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has a price of $890 and the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 costs $800.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
378.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
260.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
9.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 and ASUS Zenbook 13 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 13, with its OLED screen, offers higher screen color accuracy and contrast, appealing to users sensitive to visual details, while being lighter and more portable, which enhances its usability on the go. Conversely, the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 includes a touch screen and a 2-in-1 convertible design, with more RAM for better multitasking performance, making it a versatile choice for users who prioritize flexibility and power over portability.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.2
3.6/10
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
8.3/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 and ASUS Zenbook 13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook 13 and Dell Inspiron 14 7425 are both equipped with integrated Vega 8 graphics, which provide moderate gaming and 3D performance but lack the power of dedicated GPUs. Additionally, while both laptops feature a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate suitable for casual gaming and multimedia, neither is optimized for high-refresh-rate gaming which is preferred by enthusiasts.
Engineering and Design
7.1
6.9
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook 13 to be good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has less RAM and a slightly older CPU than the Dell Inspiron 14 7425, which can impact performance for resource-intensive engineering tasks; however, it offers a higher-quality OLED screen, which is beneficial for design work but not necessarily for engineering. On the other hand, the Inspiron has a more powerful CPU and double the RAM, making it more capable for demanding engineering software, and while its screen is IPS and not OLED, it still provides a higher resolution and touch capability, adding to its versatility for design applications.
Content Creation
7.6
7.3
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook 13 and Dell Inspiron 14 7425 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
7.3
7.3
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 13 and Dell Inspiron 14 7425 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The ASUS Zenbook 13 and Dell Inspiron 14 7425 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook 13 | Dell Inspiron 14 7425 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$890 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2021 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8'' x 0.55'' | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.66'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.55 lbs | 3.61 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.97" | 12.36" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.99" | 8.96" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5700U | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 67 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 378 nits | 260 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.4/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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ASUS Zenbook 13
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Sebastian Bade | May 2021
"The Asus ZenBook 13 is a compact 13-inch laptop with a fast Ryzen 7 5800U and OLED display. The subnotebook is also light and the modern design is convincing. The selection of high-quality materials make the device not only light, but also very stable. In addition, the visuals and haptics of the device offers a high-quality impression. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800U is a very good fit for the ZenBook 13, ensuring a high performance in the test. However, in terms of the 3D performance, we also notice that the Vega architecture is beginning to hit its limits."
Dell Inspiron 14 7425
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Jared Newman | December 2021
"Overall, this Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 offers a lot to like, especially at its oft-discounted price of $800. It’s a sturdy laptop with strong performance, a convertible touchscreen, loud speakers, and a convenient fingerprint reader. But the trade-offs you’ll make in pursuit of that lower price—most notably the dim display and stiff trackpad—might just keep you from outright loving it."
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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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