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Updated January 12, 2024·
The decision between the ASUS Zenbook 14 and the Dell Precision 5470 boils down to this: if you're looking for a more budget-friendly option, the ASUS Zenbook 14, with its vivid OLED screen, is significantly less expensive and offers solid performance for everyday tasks. This makes it an excellent choice if portability and value are important to you. On the other hand, the Dell Precision 5470 is pricier, but it packs a more powerful Intel i7 processor and a professional-grade Nvidia RTX A1000 graphics card, which makes it better suited for intensive tasks like 3D work, machine learning, or gaming. It also has better build quality and a higher quality screen for professional work. Consider the Dell if you need high-end performance for engineering or professional graphics work and are willing to invest more. Both laptops are similar in size and have a 14-inch screen, but the Dell's higher performance components also result in a slightly heavier build compared to the ASUS. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the Dell Precision 5470
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.2
7.7
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
339.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both good for general use, though the Dell Precision 5470 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Zenbook 14, while very portable and sporting an OLED screen with excellent color coverage, is limited by its less powerful Intel i5 CPU and lower RAM, which could affect performance during multitasking or more intensive applications.
Gaming and AI
6.1
6.7
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Dell Precision 5470 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Zenbook 14's gaming and 3D capabilities are limited by its integrated graphics, whereas the Dell Precision 5470 boasts a dedicated Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU, offering superior performance in these tasks. Additionally, while both laptops have the same screen size and aspect ratio, the Zenbook's higher screen refresh rate can provide a smoother visual experience, but the Precision's dedicated GPU ultimately gives it an edge in gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
7.2
7.8
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Precision 5470 and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both good for engineering and design, though the Dell Precision 5470 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.
Content Creation
7.3
7.8
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Precision 5470 and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both good for content creation, though the Dell Precision 5470 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.
Software Development
7.2
7.7
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both good for software development, though the Dell Precision 5470 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
8.3
7.3
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
339.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a better screen than the Dell Precision 5470 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Dell Precision 5470 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a high-resolution display with bright, vibrant colors, making it great for everyday tasks and ensuring that detailed work in engineering and design is clear and precise. However, its lower refresh rate isn't ideal for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is crucial. The Dell Precision 5470 generally matches in display quality but may lag slightly behind in color reproduction, affecting precision in engineering and design, while it shares the same limitation for gaming due to the refresh rate.
Build Quality
7.8
8.5
The Dell Precision 5470 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$300
$1,669
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a price of $300 and the Dell Precision 5470 costs $1,669.
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Key similarities
Battery
8.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell Precision 5470 has 9 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
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook 14 and Dell Precision 5470 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS Zenbook 14 and the Dell Precision 5470 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook 14 | Dell Precision 5470 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$300 | $1,669 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | 12.2'' x 8.3'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.06 lbs | 3.26 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.35" | 12.22" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.69" | 8.27" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1240P | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 90Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 339 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 4 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 4 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS Zenbook 14
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Florian Glaser | August 2022
"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."
Dell Precision 5470
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Brian Westover | August 2022
"The Dell Precision 5470 is a mobile workstation that's far more portable than most alternatives. Between its slim 14-inch design and top-quality MIL-STD 810H build, it's one of the best options around for taking professional-grade performance on the road or to the job site. There are tradeoffs for its portability, and users of the most demanding, graphics-intensive applications will need to carry something heavier. But the Dell's exceptional battery life underscores its desirability as the most portable workstation we've seen."
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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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