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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is priced higher and provides a premium build with an OLED screen that is ideal for color-sensitive work, making it well-suited for professional creators. Its larger battery offers longer use but it's less portable due to its weight. On the other hand, the Dell G15 5520 is more budget-friendly and offers a high-refresh-rate IPS screen, beneficial for gaming. It has a gaming laptop appearance, but with a smaller battery, its unplugged usage will be shorter. Both have powerful processors and GPUs, serving well for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or engineering software. The Zenbook's touch screen and portability make it versatile for on-the-go use, whereas the Dell's higher refresh rate and lower price point cater to gamers and cost-conscious users. 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
- Good portability
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Dell G15 5520
- The Dell G15 5520 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X.
Key differences
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 G15 5520 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
7.5
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
8.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for software development, while the Dell G15 5520 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
7.1
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
354.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
251.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a better screen than the Dell G15 5520 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X excels for general use and engineering due to its superior resolution, brightness, and wider color gamuts, offering clearer and more vibrant visual details. However, its lower refresh rate hampers the gaming experience, which benefits significantly from smoother motion clarity. The Dell G15 5520 also provides a good display for general tasks and design work, though it may not match the ASUS in color accuracy, but like the Zenbook, it suffers in gaming scenarios due to a less optimal refresh rate.
Portability
Good
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good portability, while the Dell G15 5520 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,300
$1,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a price of $1,300 and the Dell G15 5520 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.3
7.9
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
354.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
251.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.3/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X to be very good for general use, while the Dell G15 5520 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X offers a superior screen with higher resolution and OLED technology, which, along with its larger battery, results in better overall general use, especially for tasks that benefit from vivid display and longer unplugged use. However, despite the Dell G15 5520 having comparable CPU and RAM, its lower-quality screen, smaller battery, and bulkier build make it less suitable for those who prioritize portability and battery life, though it still provides a good level of performance for daily activities.
Gaming and AI
7.5
7.7
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The Dell G15 5520 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is geared towards gaming and 3D with its OLED display which offers superior color and contrast, but has a lower screen refresh rate which may not be as smooth for fast-paced action. In comparison, the Dell G15 5520's higher screen refresh rate makes it excellent for gaming responsiveness, though its IPS screen, while still good, does not match the Zenbook's color quality or contrast. Both laptops have the same powerful GPU and CPU, ensuring top-tier performance for 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
7.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and Dell G15 5520 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X excels in engineering and design use with its vibrant and color-accurate OLED screen, which is far superior in terms of resolution and screen quality compared to the Dell G15 5520's standard IPS display, although the Dell offers a higher refresh rate which might be preferred for some fast-paced applications. Both laptops share powerful CPUs and GPUs, ample RAM, and sizable storage, ensuring solid performance for demanding engineering tasks, but the ASUS provides better screen real estate and sharper visuals which are crucial for design work, at the expense of being less portable and having noisier operating conditions than the slightly sturdier Dell.
Battery
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has 7 hours of battery life. The Dell G15 5520 has 6 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.
Build Quality
7.6
7.4
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and Dell G15 5520 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 Pro 16X and the Dell G15 5520 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X | Dell G15 5520 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | 14.1'' x 10.7'' x 1.06'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.29 lbs | 5.55 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 14.06" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 10.74" | |
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 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 96 Wh | 56 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 354 nits | 251 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 6.4/10 | |
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 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
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 G15 5520
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Olivier Martin, Ryan Lim, and John Peroramas | April 2023
"The Dell G15 (2022) is a 15.6-inch budget gaming laptop, and is great for gaming. You can configure the laptop with powerful Intel 12th Gen. CPUs and various NVIDIA dedicated GPUs, all of which deliver a smooth gaming experience at 1080p. There's also a QHD 240Hz display option if you want better visuals, though you'll have to pair it with the top-end NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti to get good frame rates. It doesn't get overly hot or loud under load, and there's no noticeable throttling on the CPU or GPU. Unfortunately, the 120Hz panel has a slow response time, causing noticeable ghosting, and it doesn't support variable refresh rate."
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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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