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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X offers a larger, higher resolution OLED touchscreen and is well-suited for creative professionals demanding accurate colors and clear visuals, but it's heavier and more expensive than the Dell Alienware x14 R1. The Alienware, while less costly and lighter, making it more portable, has a smaller IPS screen without touch capabilities and a lower resolution but offers a higher refresh rate, beneficial for fast-paced gaming. Both laptops have comparable CPUs and GPUs, making them good for general use, 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks, but the ASUS has double the storage. The Alienware has a longer battery life, which might be crucial if you often work on the go. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Dell Alienware x14 R1
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.3
7.8
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
354.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
411.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for general use, while the Dell Alienware x14 R1 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a superior screen quality with OLED display, higher resolution, and better color coverage which enhances general use, but it's heavier and has lower portability compared to the lighter Dell Alienware x14 R1, which offers a higher battery life and better heat management but with a standard IPS screen and lower screen resolution. Both laptops are equipped with similar CPUs and RAM, ensuring strong performance for tasks, although the Zenbook's larger storage capacity may be advantageous for users with higher data storage needs.
Content Creation
8.5
7.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for content creation, while the Dell Alienware x14 R1 is good.
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
8.2
7.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for software development, while the Dell Alienware x14 R1 is good.
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.
Screen Quality
8.3
7.9
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
354.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
411.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a better screen than the Dell Alienware x14 R1 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation, while the Dell Alienware x14 R1 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X excels in screen quality for general use and engineering due to its high resolution, bright display, and wide color coverage, ensuring precise color work and clear visuals. However, its lower refresh rate hinders gaming and 3D performance, as fast-moving images may not appear as smooth. The Dell Alienware x14 R1 offers a good display for general tasks and design with respectable resolution and brightness, but just like the Zenbook, its refresh rate isn't high enough for the optimal gaming and 3D experience, which can detract from the immersion and responsiveness in those applications.
Battery
7.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has 7 hours of battery life. The Dell Alienware x14 R1 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
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 has very good portability, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
8.5
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,300
$1,201
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a price of $1,300 and the Dell Alienware x14 R1 costs $1,201.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
7.5
7.6
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is equipped with an OLED screen which offers better color quality and higher resolution for immersive gaming and 3D experiences, but its lower screen refresh rate may not be as smooth as the Dell Alienware x14 R1, which has a higher refresh rate that contributes to more fluid visuals during fast-paced scenes despite a lower resolution IPS screen. Both laptops include a powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, catering well to gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.6
8.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and Dell Alienware x14 R1 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is favored for engineering and design due to its superior screen quality, featuring an OLED display with high resolution and color accuracy, as well as a powerful CPU, abundant RAM, and a capable GPU. The Dell Alienware x14 R1, while also offering a robust CPU, ample RAM, and the same GPU, has a high screen refresh rate which could be beneficial for gaming, a more portable design, and superior cooling performance, making it a versatile option for both work and play.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and the Dell Alienware x14 R1 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X | Dell Alienware x14 R1 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $1,201 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | August 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | 12.7'' x 10.3'' x 0.57'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.29 lbs | 4.06 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 12.66" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 10.34" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 96 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 354 nits | 411 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 4 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
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Marc Herter, Alex Wätzel | November 2023
"The new Zenbook Pro 16X is more powerful, quieter and doesn't need to shy away from dedicated workstations and gamers. It is also comparatively compact, and our test device is the best Zenbook that we've reviewed so far. It seems equally suitable for content creators and gamers or anyone looking for a very powerful laptop that is still slim."
Dell Alienware x14 R1
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Andreas Osthoff | March 2022
"The Alienware X14 series is thinner, but also slower than the competition. With the X series, you get plenty of modern technology: Intel Alder Lake CPUs, GeForce RTX 3000 GPUs, Thunderbolt 4, PCIe 4.0, Wi-Fi 6E, G-Sync, and Advanced Optimus. However, the slim design has some drawbacks, just like its larger siblings. The shifted hinge position results in a very deep device with a large footprint compared to the competition."
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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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