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The ASUS Zenbook 14X offers an OLED screen with a higher resolution and refresh rate for vibrant colors and smoother visuals, making it better for tasks requiring visual accuracy, like photo editing. For gaming or 3D tasks, however, the Zenbook's Nvidia MX550 GPU provides modest performance, so while capable, it may not handle intensive gaming or complex 3D work as well as higher-end GPUs. The Dell Inspiron 14 7420, with an Intel Iris Xe, is more suited for general use and casual gaming. Despite the Inspiron's lower resolution IPS display, it compensates with a longer battery life, making it more suitable for on-the-go use where power outlets are scarce. Both laptops, being similarly priced, give you a choice between better on-screen experience with the ASUS and longer unplugged usability with the Dell. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good overall display quality
- Good speakers
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 7420
- Good battery life
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.7
6.9
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14X is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7420 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X, with its OLED display and Nvidia MX550 GPU, offers better screen quality and graphics performance, which is essential for engineering and design tasks, whereas the Dell Inspiron 14 7420, although less superior in screen and GPU, compensates with a higher battery life and 2-in-1 versatility that may be valued for certain engineering and design scenarios.
Screen Quality
8.3
6.2
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
339.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
260.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 7420 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X offers a higher resolution and brightness, which makes it ideal for general use where text clarity and visibility in various lighting conditions are priorities. For engineering and design, the Zenbook's wider color gamuts ensure more accurate color representation, crucial for detailed and color-sensitive work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, its lower refresh rate can hinder the smoothness of motion, reducing the quality of the visual experience compared to laptops designed specifically for gaming with higher refresh rates.
Battery
5.5 Hours
7.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 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.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.5
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
339.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
260.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Dell Inspiron 14 7420 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X excels in general use due to its higher-resolution OLED screen, providing vivid colors and sharp visuals, paired with a powerful CPU and dedicated graphics, making it suitable for a range of tasks while maintaining portability and a reasonable battery life. Meanwhile, the Dell Inspiron 14 7420, with a longer battery life and 2-in-1 convertible feature, also boasts a quality CPU and RAM for general use, offering a reliable IPS touchscreen and a slightly higher portability due to a lighter build.
Gaming and AI
6.5
6.2
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Dell Inspiron 14 7420 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a dedicated GPU suitable for light gaming and 3D tasks, while the Dell Inspiron's integrated graphics may falter in demanding scenarios, despite both laptops having similar screen refresh rates. The Zenbook's superior GPU is offset by its generally higher cost, whereas the Inspiron offers a balanced performance with a focus on general use, bearing a potentially friendlier price tag, but less robust for graphics-heavy applications.
Content Creation
7.6
7.3
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Dell Inspiron 14 7420 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
7.3
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Dell Inspiron 14 7420 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Dell Inspiron 14 7420 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.4
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Dell Inspiron 14 7420 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$777
$801
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a price of $777 and the Dell Inspiron 14 7420 costs $801.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook 14X | Dell Inspiron 14 7420 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$777 | $801 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.66'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 3.61 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.25" | 12.36" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.71" | 8.96" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1260P | Intel i7-1255U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 63 Wh | 54 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 | 260 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 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 | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | 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 Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS Zenbook 14X
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Sebastian Jentsch | April 2022
"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."
Dell Inspiron 14 7420
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Allen Ngo | June 2022
"Notable qualities of the Inspiron 7420 2-in-1 include the 16:10 aspect ratio, strong hinges, 12th gen Intel CPU with optional GeForce MX graphics, and easy serviceability. Such features would typically cost hundreds of dollars more on higher-end alternatives from competing manufacturers. The value proposition is therefore relatively high for users looking to maximize bang for the buck."
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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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