Dell Vostro 5401 vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Dell Vostro 5401 and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Dell Vostro 5401 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Vostro 5401 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

fast ssd storage

good battery life

robust build quality

decent processor performance

average display brightness

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

mediocre graphics card

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

lightweight design

good keyboard feel

average display quality

limited battery life

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics capabilities

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Vostro 5401 and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
76 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Vostro 5401 vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.13 cm x 21.62 cm x 1.79 cm 38.1 cm x 25.1 cm x 2.72 cm
Weight 1.41 kg 1.9 kg
Colour Grey Chocolate black IMR with hairline (LCD cover), gold IMR with hairline (top)
DISPLAY Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 157 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 0.161 mm pixel pitch Ultra Slim Design, ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, ASUS EyeCare Technology
PROCESSOR Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB Hybrid Drive SATA / 5400 rpm - Seagate
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel HD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes - VGA
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, 74.9 degrees, RGB camera -
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3204 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features MaxxAudio Pro ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0
Wireless Controller Dell Wireless 1820 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111 -
BATTERY Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 40 Wh 33 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V, 2.31 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial), McAfee (12 months subscription), Dell Mobile Connect -
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features ExpressCharge System password, ASUS IceCool design
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Model Number - GQ1796T
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