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Updated January 12, 2024·
When deciding between the ASUS Zenbook 14 and the Dell XPS 13 Plus, consider the following: The ASUS is much less expensive and offers a budget-friendly option with a larger screen, stronger battery life, and lower weight, making it highly portable. The Dell, on the other hand, while more expensive, provides higher storage and memory, a more powerful processor, and a higher resolution screen which may benefit demanding applications and multitasking. The Dell’s design is more premium and it may have a better build quality, but its battery life is shorter and it's slightly heavier, which could impact portability. The ASUS could be more suitable for everyday use and work that doesn't require intensive tasks, while the Dell is engineered for demanding work like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, although it comes at a higher price and with slightly less portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14
- The ASUS Zenbook 14 has no clear advantages over the Dell XPS 13 Plus.
Advantages of the Dell XPS 13 Plus
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.2
8.4
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
339.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
374.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.1/10
The Dell XPS 13 Plus is very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook 14 offers decent performance for day-to-day tasks, with sufficient RAM and a good quality OLED screen; however, it falls short in battery life and CPU strength compared to the Dell XPS 13 Plus, which has extended battery life and a superior processor for handling more demanding applications smoothly, alongside more RAM and a higher resolution touchscreen that enhances the overall experience.
Engineering and Design
7.2
8.2
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Dell XPS 13 Plus is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 is good.
The Dell XPS 13 Plus provides a more powerful Intel i7 CPU and quadruple the RAM of the ASUS Zenbook 14, alongside higher screen resolution and better speaker quality, which makes it suitable for more demanding engineering and design tasks. The Zenbook, however, offers a larger screen and slightly longer battery life, which might appeal to those who prioritize a balance between performance and usability in less intensive scenarios.
Content Creation
7.3
8.3
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Dell XPS 13 Plus is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 is good.
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
8.3
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Dell XPS 13 Plus is very good for software development, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 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.
Screen Quality
8.3
8.4
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
339.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
374.0 nits
The Dell XPS 13 Plus has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook 14 for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize vibrant and accurate colors for tasks like photo editing or CAD work, the Dell XPS 13 Plus with its superior color gamut coverage will be more suitable than the ASUS Zenbook 14. However, for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming where screen sharpness and brightness contribute significantly to the experience, both laptops have high-quality displays that should serve you well. For gaming or working with 3D applications where fast-moving visuals are common, neither laptop excels due to their lower refresh rates, although they'll manage well with moderate resolution detail for less demanding games or 3D tasks.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell XPS 13 Plus 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
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell XPS 13 Plus has excellent portability, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
8.5
The Dell XPS 13 Plus 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
$1,849
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a price of $300 and the Dell XPS 13 Plus costs $1,849.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.1
6.4
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Dell XPS 13 Plus and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook 14, with its slightly higher refresh rate, appeals to users who prioritize smoother visuals in motion, but its lower-tier CPU and less vibrant screen could limit its appeal to avid gamers and 3D users compared to the Dell XPS 13 Plus, which offers a more powerful CPU and a higher-quality screen that enhances the overall visual experience despite a lower screen refresh rate.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook 14 | Dell XPS 13 Plus |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$300 | $1,849 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | 11.6'' x 7.8'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.06 lbs | 2.71 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.35" | 11.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.69" | 7.84" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1240P | Intel i7-1280P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 55 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 90Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 339 nits | 374 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 9.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
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 XPS 13 Plus
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Andreas Osthoff | July 2022
"The XPS 13 Plus is powerful, but has its drawbacks. Dell did not only update the processor generation, but also decided to offer two completely different models from now on. The XPS 13 Plus gets the faster Intel Alder Lake-P chips, and the Core i7-1260P in our review unit offers good performance figures. However, the device once again shows the problems of the current Intel CPUs, because the high performance requires a lot of power. This affects the battery runtime as well as temperatures, so the new model (even with the Optimized power profile) is louder than the older model."
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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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