The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 offers robust performance suited for intensive engineering tasks, 3D work, and machine learning thanks to its higher-end graphics card, but it's heavier and less portable than the Dell. The Dell Inspiron 14 5425, while lighter and more portable, has an integrated GPU which is less powerful, making it better suited for general use and not high-performance tasks. The ASUS has a larger and higher quality OLED display, but the Dell offers a higher resolution in a 16:10 aspect ratio, which is great for productivity. The ASUS also has a larger battery capacity, which may lead to longer battery life compared to the Dell. If budget is a concern and general use is the focus, the Dell could be more cost-effective, but for more graphically demanding tasks, the ASUS is the more capable option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15
Good overall display quality
Excellent battery life
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5425
Very good portability
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.5/10
7.0/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
4.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both good for engineering and design, though the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 stands out for engineering and design due to its powerful AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and dedicated Nvidia RTX GPU, enhancing performance for computationally intensive tasks, and its high-quality OLED screen adds vividness for design work. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 14 5425, while lighter for better portability and with a similarly robust AMD Ryzen 7 CPU, relies on integrated graphics and has an IPS screen which is not as color rich as OLED but offers more screen real estate with a higher resolution and a taller aspect ratio for multitasking and detailed work.
Screen Quality
7.6/10
6.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
346.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
279.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15's screen quality excels in general use and engineering due to its high resolution and brightness, coupled with wide color coverage that ensures accurate and vibrant visuals crucial for detail-oriented tasks. However, its lower refresh rate makes it less ideal for gaming and 3D applications, where fluid motion is key. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 offers adequate resolution and brightness for daily tasks and casual design work, but it doesn't provide the wider color gamut or high refresh rates needed for professional engineering or smoother gaming experiences.
Build Quality
7.6/10
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 both have good build quality, though the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,109
$479
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has a price of $1,109 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 costs $479.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15, with its OLED screen, offers vibrant colors and sharp visuals, coupled with a powerful CPU and dedicated graphics, providing smooth performance for varied tasks and some gaming, yet it is heavier and offers slightly less battery life compared to the Dell Inspiron 14 5425. The Dell Inspiron 14 5425, though it comes with an integrated GPU that is less suited for demanding graphics tasks, stands out with its lighter build, slightly longer battery life, and better screen aspect ratio for more vertical space while maintaining good overall performance for general productivity.
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
6.2/10
4.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15, equipped with an Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti graphics card, outperforms the Dell Inspiron 14 5425's integrated AMD Vega 8 graphics, making the ASUS more suitable for gaming and 3D tasks. Despite similar screen refresh rates, the ASUS's OLED display offers superior screen quality compared to the Dell's IPS display, further enhancing visual experiences for gaming and 3D applications.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.5/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 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
7.5/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 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
12.5 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has 12.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has 12 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
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 14 5425 to have very good portability, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 compare to other laptops
"The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 offers a strong CPU, chassis, and display. One of the most popular 15.6-inch prosumer or multimedia laptops out there is the Dell XPS 15. Thus, comparisons between it and the Asus Zenbook Pro 15 are inevitable. Asus has a couple of tricks up its sleeve that XPS users are still missing out on including 1080p OLED and an AMD Ryzen CPU which help separate the Zenbook Pro 15 from the XPS 15. It also integrates a numpad and a few more port options albeit at the cost of a larger chassis size."
"A slim chassis, an acceptable weight (1.6 kg) and a real-world battery life of almost 13 hours turn the Inspiron into a mobile companion. Good: The battery can not only be charged using Dell's proprietary power adapter, but also with a universal USB-C power adapter (min. 45 watts). Office and Internet applications are handled by the built-in combination of Ryzen 5 5625U APU and 16 GB of RAM just as easily as modest computer games. Heat and noise development are generally okay, but the laptop should work a bit quieter under full load."
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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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