If you need a laptop with a higher resolution, OLED display which is great for vivid colors, and if you appreciate a lighter laptop, the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has these advantages, particularly if you enjoy gaming or creative tasks that benefit from its display. The ASUS also has a larger battery capacity, translating to longer unplugged work sessions, although its battery life during typical use isn't as long as the Dell's. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5430, with its professional Windows 11 Pro operating system and additional features like Ethernet and hardware ray tracing, might be more suitable for business and engineering applications. It is also noted for exceptional heat management and less noise. However, its screen is less impressive compared to the ASUS, with a lower resolution and standard IPS panel, which might not be as eye-catching for multimedia tasks. The Dell is also generally more affordable, making it a good choice if budget is a main concern, but it offers less storage out of the box. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
Good for engineering and design
Very good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5430
Very good speakers
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
6.5/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5430 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is preferred for engineering and design due to a more powerful CPU, higher capacity storage, and superior screen quality with an OLED display which offers better contrast and color coverage; whereas the Dell Latitude 5430, despite being lighter for portability, compromises with a modest CPU, less storage, and an IPS screen that doesn't match the visual fidelity of the ASUS's OLED. Both have similar RAM and integrated graphics capabilities, but the Dell Latitude 5430 is quieter under load, which some users may find beneficial in a quiet working environment.
Screen Quality
8.6/10
6.1/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
376.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5430 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED provides vibrant and accurate colors suitable for professionals in design and engineering due to its wide color gamut, while its high resolution and brightness offer a crisp and clear display that enhances the experience for general users. However, its standard refresh rate limits its appeal for gaming and 3D applications, where smoother motion provided by higher refresh rates is crucial. In contrast, the Dell Latitude 5430, with its fair screen specifications, provides a competent but not exceptional visual performance for both general use and professional design tasks, yet similarly falls short for gaming and 3D work due to its lower refresh rate.
Battery
6.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has 6 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.
Cost
$575
$790
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a price of $575 and the Dell Latitude 5430 costs $790.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and Dell Latitude 5430 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED boasts a higher resolution OLED screen, which provides more vibrant colors and deeper blacks for better screen quality, but it has a shorter battery life compared to the Dell Latitude 5430. The Dell Latitude 5430, while having a lower resolution IPS display, offers longer battery life and slightly better portability, making it a reliable choice for those who prioritize these features.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
6.0/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
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 OLED and Dell Latitude 5430 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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
7.5/10
7.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
8.0 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 OLED 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
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5430 and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.4/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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.
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How the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and the Dell Latitude 5430 compare to other laptops
"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."
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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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