The ASUS Zenbook 14, being less expensive, is a good choice for general use, offering solid performance in a lightweight and portable package ideal for everyday tasks and mobility. On the other hand, the Dell G15 5520 is known for being pricier but offers higher performance suitable for intensive tasks like gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning. It comes with the tradeoff of being bulkier and potentially having shorter battery life, making it less portable than the Zenbook. Consider the Dell if your work involves more demanding software or if you prioritize gaming; otherwise, the ASUS could be the more cost-effective and versatile option for typical daily activities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14
Very good overall display quality
Very good portability
Advantages of the Dell G15 5520
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.2/10
7.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
339.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
251.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.3/10
The Dell G15 5520 and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both good for general use, though the Dell G15 5520 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Zenbook 14 boasts impressive screen quality with an OLED display and a more portable design alongside longer battery life, but it is outclassed by the Dell G15 5520 in terms of stronger CPU and RAM, which may offer better overall performance for demanding applications, though it compromises on battery life and portability due to its heavier build and larger size.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
7.7/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The Dell G15 5520 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 is only fair.
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
7.2/10
8.2/10
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell G15 5520 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 is good.
The Dell G15 5520 outperforms the ASUS Zenbook 14 in engineering and design due to its higher-end CPU and GPU, which provide stronger performance for demanding software and rendering tasks, as well as double the RAM for better multitasking. Although the Zenbook offers a higher resolution OLED screen, which is valuable for color accuracy and detail, the G15's superior hardware specifications make it a more powerful choice for intensive workloads, despite being less portable and having a less impressive display.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.9/10
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell G15 5520 and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both good for content creation, though the Dell G15 5520 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
8.3/10
7.1/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
339.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
251.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a better screen than the Dell G15 5520 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Dell G15 5520 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Zenbook 14's high resolution and impressive brightness level coupled with a superior panel type make everyday tasks and detailed engineering work a visual pleasure, with accurate colors extending to wider color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB. The Dell G15 5520, while offering good resolution and brightness, may not deliver the same level of color precision for professional design work, but still maintains a quality that's more than adequate for general use. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short as their screens don't prioritize high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth visuals and fast-paced actions.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell G15 5520 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
Very Good
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has very good portability, while the Dell G15 5520 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$300
$1,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a price of $300 and the Dell G15 5520 costs $1,000.
The Dell G15 5520 and ASUS Zenbook 14 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
7.8/10
7.4/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14 and Dell G15 5520 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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How the ASUS Zenbook 14 and the Dell G15 5520 compare to other laptops
"Users who travel frequently and are looking for a portable laptop are in the right place with the Asus ZenBook 14. The sleek case is extremely light (1.2 kg) and surprisingly thin (1.5 cm). Outdoor use is also enjoyable thanks to the bright Full HD display, which is something that can rarely be said about laptops with TN or IPS panels. The excellent battery life complements this as well. Longer trips are no problem with the ZenBook 14. Another plus point is the high-performance Ryzen 7 5700U, which often leaves the Intel competition in the dust thanks to its large number of cores."
Olivier Martin, Ryan Lim, and John Peroramas | April 2023
"The Dell G15 (2022) is a 15.6-inch budget gaming laptop, and is great for gaming. You can configure the laptop with powerful Intel 12th Gen. CPUs and various NVIDIA dedicated GPUs, all of which deliver a smooth gaming experience at 1080p. There's also a QHD 240Hz display option if you want better visuals, though you'll have to pair it with the top-end NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti to get good frame rates. It doesn't get overly hot or loud under load, and there's no noticeable throttling on the CPU or GPU. Unfortunately, the 120Hz panel has a slow response time, causing noticeable ghosting, and it doesn't support variable refresh rate."
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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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