Dell Vostro 5481 vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Dell Vostro 5481 and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA). 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 5481 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Vostro 5481 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent keyboard comfort

adequate performance levels

average battery life

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

modest display brightness

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

affordable price point

solid state drive included

decent battery life

full hd display

average processor performance

limited graphics capabilities

fewer connectivity options

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Vostro 5481 and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Vostro 5481 vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.49 cm x 23.2 cm x 1.82 cm 32.54 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.55 kg 1.6 kg
Colour Silver Indie black
DISPLAY Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology 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 220 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, 82% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 7505 / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
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 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes - VGA
Camera Features 720p HD movie recording -
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3204 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features MaxxAudio Pro Output: ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111 -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V, 2.31 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Slots - 1 x Serial ATA (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI) Windows 11 Home in S mode
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial), McAfee (30 days trial) McAfee, Microsoft 365 Personal (1 year subscription), MyASUS
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Vostro 5481 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
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 - BIOS protection
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 80% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - EK1651WS
Other projects: