I'm going to provide you with some guidance based on common knowledge regarding these two types of laptops. The ASUS Zenbook 14X tends to be more lightweight and portable than the Dell Alienware m15 R7, making it ideal if you travel often or need to carry your laptop around regularly. On the other hand, the Dell Alienware is designed for high performance, particularly for gaming, 3D modeling, or machine learning tasks, so if your work involves any of these, it could be a better fit. However, this performance comes at a higher price and with reduced battery life compared to more general-purpose laptops like the Zenbook. Furthermore, the Alienware's focus on power means it is heavier and less convenient to transport. If your primary concern is everyday productivity with good battery life in a sleek design, the Zenbook is a solid choice. In contrast, if you need a laptop for specialized, demanding tasks and are okay with a bulkier form and higher cost, the Alienware could serve you better. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X
Very good portability
Advantages of the Dell Alienware m15 R7
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good overall build quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
7.8/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.7/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Alienware m15 R7 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X uses an Nvidia MX550 graphics card and has an OLED screen with a moderate refresh rate which is suitable for casual gaming and some 3D applications, while the Dell Alienware m15 R7 is equipped with a much more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU and a high refresh rate IPS screen, making it better for intense gaming and demanding 3D tasks.
Screen Quality
8.3/10
8.2/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
339.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a better screen than the Dell Alienware m15 R7 for general use, and engineering and design, while the Dell Alienware m15 R7 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
For general use, both the ASUS Zenbook 14X and Dell Alienware m15 R7 offer high-resolution displays and brightness that make text and images crisp and vibrant, enhancing the user experience for everyday tasks. Engineers and designers will appreciate the extensive color gamuts of both laptops, ensuring accurate color representation for detailed and color-sensitive work. However, for 3D applications and gaming, the lower refresh rate on these laptops may result in less smooth visuals, which can be a drawback for fast-paced graphics or professional 3D rendering.
Portability
Very Good
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has very good portability, while the Dell Alienware m15 R7 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
8.5/10
The Dell Alienware m15 R7 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$777
$2,200
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a price of $777 and the Dell Alienware m15 R7 costs $2,200.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Dell Alienware m15 R7 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X is suited for general use due to its lightweight design and high-quality OLED display, which offers superior colors and contrast for everyday tasks, balancing performance from its Intel CPU and Nvidia graphics with decent battery life and portability. Meanwhile, the Dell Alienware m15 R7 also caters to general use with a more powerful AMD CPU and Nvidia RTX graphics, a high refresh-rate IPS screen for smoother visuals, and larger battery capacity, though it is less portable and has a shorter battery life, potentially making it more suitable for stationary use or gaming.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
8.2/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Alienware m15 R7 to be very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X is good.
The Dell Alienware m15 R7 offers a more powerful AMD Ryzen 9 CPU and superior Nvidia RTX GPU, providing exceptional performance for intensive engineering and design tasks, but it is heavier and bulkier compared to the ASUS Zenbook 14X which still delivers solid performance with its Intel i7 CPU and Nvidia MX550 GPU, in a more portable and lighter design with a high-quality OLED screen. While both have similar RAM, the Alienware's greater graphics capabilities make it very good for demanding applications, yet for those prioritizing portability along with screen quality for design work, the Zenbook is a commendable option.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.5/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Dell Alienware m15 R7 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
7.4/10
7.3/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Dell Alienware m15 R7 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
5.5 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Alienware m15 R7 has 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.
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How the ASUS Zenbook 14X and the Dell Alienware m15 R7 compare to other laptops
"With the Zenbook 14X, Asus has a 14-incher in its range that is - mostly - a joy to use. First, there is the colorful OLED panel with 3K resolution that displays the sRGB and DCI-P3 color spaces. The Zenbook is also at the forefront in terms of workmanship, input devices and connections with 2x Thunderbolt 4 ports and a generous keyboard layout. A pleasure to use, the Zenbook 14X is a solid, very well-built subnotebook that sits well on the table. A runtime of five hours, however, is below average for a high-end subnotebook nowadays. The OLED screensaver causes increased power consumption when in idle mode."
"The Alienware M15 offers solid gaming and leading endurance. It makes the most of its CPU and GPU while delivering stellar battery life for a gaming laptop. Opening the lid presents a full-size keyboard with honeycomb cutouts above it on the deck. An oblong RBG lightning element surrounds the entire rear panel and can be color-synced with the other lights on the laptop. There’s not a lot to dislike about the M15 Its productivity performance lagged in some areas, particularly in the storage benchmark, and it’s a bit heavy. Alienware has a clear winner here with the M15 based on its strong overall performance and endurance."
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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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