The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 offers a solid performance, two screens for multitasking, and a decent battery, making it suitable for users needing to juggle multiple tasks on the go. Its portability is comparable to the Dell Latitude 5430, which is a bit more compact and lighter, with a slightly better battery life. The Latitude is better suited for business users with features like facial recognition and a more up-to-date operating system. If vibrant colors and a backlit keyboard are important to you, the ASUS shines in this area, along with a premium design that might cater to creative professionals. The Dell, positioned as a premium business laptop, boasts a higher portability rating, indicating it might be preferable for those who prioritize a lightweight laptop for travel or commuting. Both are similarly priced, so your decision would hinge on whether you need advanced multitasking and vibrant displays (ASUS) or a more business-oriented, portable design (Dell). Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5430.
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5430
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.8/10
6.1/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
314.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5430 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14's display provides clear visuals and vibrant colors due to its high-resolution panel and brightness, which makes activities like browsing the web, photo viewing, and document editing a pleasant experience. Engineering and design professionals benefit from the Zenbook Duo 14's wide color gamuts ensuring accuracy in color-critical tasks like graphic design and video editing. However, the Zenbook Duo 14 and Dell Latitude 5430 both are less suited for gaming and 3D as they lack the high refresh rates preferred in these applications, which can lead to less smooth visuals during fast-paced action.
Cost
$999
$790
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a price of $999 and the Dell Latitude 5430 costs $790.
The Dell Latitude 5430 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 offers superior screen brightness and better CPU for demanding tasks, which may come at the cost of a heavier build compared to the Dell Latitude 5430 which provides longer battery life and a slightly lighter design, making it easier to carry around.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
6.0/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and Dell Latitude 5430 have similar Intel Iris Xe integrated GPUs and standard 60Hz screen refresh rates, which are reasonable for gaming and 3D applications but not top-tier. The ASUS has a better CPU which can enhance overall performance, while the Dell offers slightly more portability but doesn't match the ASUS in terms of screen quality.
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
6.5/10
5.5/10
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 Duo 14 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both only fair for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.2/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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
7.0/10
7.1/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5430 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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
8.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5430 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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 Duo 14 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 Duo 14 and the Dell Latitude 5430 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ZenBook Duo's second screen is like the Apple Touch Bar, but better. Most would agree that having two screens instead of one can really boost productivity and the ZenBook Duo is no different in this regard. It's tough going back to just one screen after becoming accustomed to spacious dual-screen setups. For a laptop form factor, however, users will have to accept some compromises. Firstly, weight is the most obvious drawback as the system is several hundred grams heavier than a regular ZenBook 14. Additionally, colors on the second screen will not be as vivid as the main display."
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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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