Dell Vostro 5401 vs. ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Dell Vostro 5401
Dell Vostro 5401

Our Rating: 75 %

Detailed comparison and review of Dell Vostro 5401 and ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA). 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 S14 (S431FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

vivid full hd display

fast ssd storage

efficient intel processor

reasonable price point

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited port selection

mediocre sound quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Vostro 5401 and ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
76 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Vostro 5401 vs. ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.13 cm x 21.62 cm x 1.79 cm 32.33 cm x 21.37 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.41 kg 1.4 kg
Colour Grey Transparent silver
DISPLAY Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full 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 - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 0.161 mm pixel pitch Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 178° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes - HD
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, 74.9 degrees, RGB camera IR camera
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3204 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features MaxxAudio Pro ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Dell Wireless 1820 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111 -
BATTERY Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 40 Wh 47 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
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, 2.47 A
INPUT Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
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 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Dell Vostro 5401 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
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 S14 (S431FA)
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, ErgoLift
SAR Value - 0.6 W/kg (body), 0.6 W/kg (limb)
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Model Number - AM016T
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