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The ASUS Zenbook 14X generally costs less and offers greater storage, more memory, and a more powerful main processor and GPU, which would better handle intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming. Its OLED screen with higher resolution and color accuracy makes it suitable for tasks requiring visual precision, but it has shorter battery life and might not be as portable as the Dell Latitude 5430. The Latitude, while typically costing slightly more for less storage and memory, has longer battery life and a reputation for durability, making it a reliable choice for typical business use and general productivity. The Latitude is also lighter, which may appeal to users who prioritize portability. Both laptops have backlit keyboards, but the Zenbook does not have an option for a number pad while the Latitude does, an important feature for some professional or business users. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5430
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.7
6.5
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14X is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5430 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X outperforms the Dell Latitude 5430 for engineering and design due to its more powerful CPU, double the RAM, higher-end GPU, and superior OLED screen with higher resolution and color accuracy. While the Dell Latitude 5430 offers good portability and excellent operating noise management, its lower-tier CPU and GPU, smaller RAM, and less impressive IPS display may not meet the demands of more intensive engineering and design tasks.
Screen Quality
8.3
6.1
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
339.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5430 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS Zenbook 14X's superior panel type, higher resolution, and greater brightness offer a crisper and more vibrant display, making everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos more enjoyable. Engineers and designers would prefer the Zenbook 14X for its wider color gamut support, ensuring more accurate color reproduction for tasks like photo editing or CAD work. However, gamers looking for smooth motion will find both the ASUS Zenbook 14X and the Dell Latitude 5430 lacking, as they both have lower refresh rates which are less ideal for fast-paced 3D games.
Battery
5.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5430 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.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.2
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
339.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Dell Latitude 5430 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X excels in general use due to its superior CPU and double the RAM of the Dell Latitude 5430, along with an OLED screen that offers higher quality display, which contributes to its higher screen quality score. While both are similar in portability, the Dell Latitude 5430 leads in battery life and has a lower operating noise, making it quieter, but it falls short on screen resolution and computer power.
Gaming and AI
6.5
6.0
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Dell Latitude 5430 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X offers a dedicated Nvidia MX550 graphics card and a higher 90Hz screen refresh rate, making it more suited for smoother gaming and 3D applications than the Dell Latitude 5430, which uses an integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics solution and has a standard 60Hz refresh rate; however, the integrated GPU in the Dell might contribute to better battery life and portability for everyday tasks. Screen quality on the ASUS is elevated by its OLED display with vivid colors and sharp resolution, which overshadows the Dell's IPS screen, providing a more immersive experience for visual content but potentially at a higher cost.
Content Creation
7.6
7.2
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Dell Latitude 5430 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
7.1
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Dell Latitude 5430 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
3.0 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Dell Latitude 5430 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 Latitude 5430 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$777
$790
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a price of $777 and the Dell Latitude 5430 costs $790.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook 14X | Dell Latitude 5430 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$777 | $790 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.76'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 3.01 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.25" | 12.65" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.71" | 8.35" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1260P | Intel i5-1235U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 63 Wh | 58 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 90Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 339 nits | 248 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
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 | 4 | |
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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."
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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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