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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 offers a higher-end experience with a sharper screen quality and is convertible, making it versatile as both a laptop and a tablet, but it comes at a higher price. The Dell Latitude 5430, on the other hand, provides good functionality for everyday tasks at a more affordable price, though with less storage and memory, which may affect performance for intensive tasks. If long battery life and portability are priorities, the Latitude is lighter and has a longer battery life. Choose the ASUS if you need higher performance and a 2-in-1 feature; opt for the Dell if you're looking for a budget-friendly workstation with solid performance. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5430
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.4
6.5
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5430 is only fair.
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
7.8
7.2
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both good for content creation, though the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
7.9
6.1
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
372.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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 Flip S13 has a high-resolution display which, along with its superior brightness and vibrant color range, makes it suitable for everyday tasks and professional design work. For engineering and design tasks specifically, it covers a broad spectrum of colors, crucial for accuracy in visual projects. However, its lower refresh rate might not deliver the smooth visuals desired in gaming and 3D applications, where fast-moving images are common.
Battery
10.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has 10.5 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
Excellent
Very Good
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has excellent portability, while the Dell Latitude 5430 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,400
$790
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a price of $1,400 and the Dell Latitude 5430 costs $790.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.2
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
372.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
10.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 outperforms the Dell Latitude 5430 in general use due to its more powerful processor, higher RAM capacity, superior screen resolution with touchscreen capability, and higher battery life, making it more efficient for a range of tasks and longer usage on a single charge. While the Zenbook is also lighter and offers a higher portability score, the Latitude 5430 still provides solid performance for basic tasks with a somewhat lower screen quality, less RAM, and a shorter battery life but benefits from a slightly better heat management and a more robust build quality.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.0
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
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 Flip S13 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, with a higher screen resolution and superior screen color coverage, offers a better visual experience for gaming and 3D applications than the Dell Latitude 5430, while both devices provide similar gaming capabilities through their shared GPU type with integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics. However, due to the moderate refresh rate and the integrated graphics, neither laptop will deliver the optimal performance that dedicated gaming or engineering laptops with higher-end discrete graphics and faster refresh rates would offer for demanding 3D workloads and modern games.
Software Development
7.6
7.1
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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.
Build Quality
7.8
7.4
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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 Flip S13 and the Dell Latitude 5430 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 | Dell Latitude 5430 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $790 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.3'' x 0.51'' | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.76'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 3.01 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.01" | 12.65" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.31" | 8.35" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1165G7 | Intel i5-1235U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10.5 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 67 Wh | 58 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 372 nits | 248 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 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 | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
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 | 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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Tom's Hardware
Charles Jefferies | January 2023
"The Asus Zenbook S 13 Flip is an ultra-sleek 2-in-1 convertible. A gorgeous OLED screen and lightweight magnesium chassis make this convertible a traveller’s dream. Its SSD isn’t fast, but it won’t hold you back in everyday use. Its battery life also isn’t class leading, but it’s hardly off the pace. Overall, the Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED holds its head high in the premium convertible category and is a smaller alternative to the Spectre x360 13.5 and the Yoga 9i Gen 7."
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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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