Dell Latitude 3540 vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Dell Latitude 3540
Dell Latitude 3540

In depth comparison and review of Dell Latitude 3540 and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

decent battery life

solid build quality

fast boot times

average display quality

limited upgrade options

modest graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Latitude 3540 and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
70 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Latitude 3540 vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Latitude 3540 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.6 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.53 cm 32.49 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.4 kg
Colour Black Transparent silver
DISPLAY Dell Latitude 3540 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 82% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Dell Latitude 3540 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (4th Gen) 4010U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM87 Express -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Dell Latitude 3540 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Dell Latitude 3540 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 500 GB HDD SATA 3Gb/s / 5400 rpm 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive DVD±RW - tray -
Read Speed 8x -
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Latitude 3540 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Dynamic Video Memory Technology -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speaker, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3223 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Latitude 3540 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Wireless 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Dell Wireless 1705 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Dell Latitude 3540 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 40 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell Latitude 3540 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19.5 V, 3.34 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Dell Latitude 3540 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Precision touchpad, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Latitude 3540 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Slots - 1 x PCI Express 4.0 x4 / M.2 2280 (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
2 x USB 2.0
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI 1.4
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 -
SOFTWARE Dell Latitude 3540 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Operating System (OS) Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included Drivers & Utilities, Microsoft Office (Trial), Dell Webcam Central MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Latitude 3540 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Cortana support, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus
Compliant Standards CEC RoHS, REACH, ISO 22196, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, ISO 21702
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 49 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -37 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 95% RH
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - response time: next business day -
Model Number - EB076W
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