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Updated January 10, 2024·
When selecting between the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus, it boils down to your preferences in performance, display, storage, memory, and additional features. The ASUS offers an OLED screen with a higher resolution, which is superior for vibrant visuals and creative work, albeit with slightly lower battery performance. The Dell, on the other hand, has more storage and memory, making it better for multitasking and intensive workloads, and comes with Windows 11 Pro for additional business features, while its display is a more standard IPS panel. In terms of performance, the Dell has a more powerful processor, giving it an edge for demanding applications and potential longevity. Both laptops are similarly priced, so choose the ASUS for top-notch display and design or the Dell for higher processing power, more storage, and extra professional features. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
- Very good overall display quality
- Good speakers
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
- The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED.
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.6
7.0
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
376.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
326.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Zenbook's OLED panel offers vibrant colors and deep blacks, making it excellent for general use and engineering tasks where color accuracy is key, but its standard refresh rate is not ideal for the high-speed visuals needed in gaming and 3D applications. The Dell Inspiron's good screen resolution and brightness contribute to a satisfying experience for general tasks and are adequate for engineering and design work, which require precise color representation. However, like the ASUS, its lower refresh rate limits its performance in gaming and 3D work where smooth motion and quick screen updates are critical.
Cost
$575
$873
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a price of $575 and the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus costs $873.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.9
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
376.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
326.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is great for general use due to its vibrant OLED screen with high color accuracy and contrast, coupled with substantial portability and good battery life. Meanwhile, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers more powerful processing capabilities and double the RAM for multitasking, making it also suitable for general use, albeit with a modestly lower screen brightness and color coverage, but slightly heavier and not as thin as its ASUS counterpart.
Gaming and AI
6.5
6.6
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a higher screen refresh rate which is favorable for smoother gaming and 3D rendering, but the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is equipped with a more powerful CPU and double the RAM, offering better overall performance for demanding tasks, even with a lower refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
7.7
7.8
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED with its OLED screen provides exceptional color fidelity and contrast, which is beneficial for design work, while its CPU and RAM configuration is adequate for both engineering and design tasks. The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers a more powerful processor and double the RAM for more demanding engineering software, along with a larger storage capacity, but the screen quality, being IPS, does not match the OLED for vibrancy and deep blacks.
Content Creation
7.6
7.9
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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
7.5
7.7
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2240 x 1400
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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
6.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has 6 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has 6 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
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and Dell Inspiron 14 Plus both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.4
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and Dell Inspiron 14 Plus both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED | Dell Inspiron 14 Plus |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$575 | $873 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | July 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.9'' x 0.67'' | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.44 lbs | 3.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.67" | 12.36" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.88" | 8.96" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-13500H | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 64 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 2240 x 1400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 376 nits | 326 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 8.1/10 | |
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 | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | 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 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
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PCMag
Matthew Buzzi | September 2023
"While one of the more budget-friendly configurations of the Asus Zenbook 14X OLED may make a compelling case as a top value pick, it’s difficult to be disappointed with the more expensive model we reviewed here. At its core, for all models, it’s a luxury-built laptop with extreme portability and a gorgeous OLED display. Our unit rocks with a snappy Core i9 processor for getting real work done, and the discrete GPU—even if it has a clear power ceiling—is a bonus for creative pros."
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
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Allen Ngo | August 2022
"The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is for power users on a budget. If you're looking to maximize CPU and GPU performance on your next 14-inch laptop, then consider the pricier Razer Blade 14 or Asus Zephyrus G14. If you're looking for a thin-and-light 14-inch Ultrabook, then the Asus Zenbook 14 or LG Gram 14 may be better options. For the best of both worlds, however, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420 rides a fine line between extreme performance and portability while keeping prices at reasonable levels. Frequent travelers who rely on performance beyond what the Core U-series and integrated graphics series can offer will find the Dell to be a solid solution."
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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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