Dell XPS 15 9520 vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Dell XPS 15 9520 and ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ). 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 XPS 15 9520 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell XPS 15 9520 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning 4k display

powerful intel performance

solid build quality

good battery life

advanced thermal design

high base price

heavier than competitors

no full-size usb port

limited color options

ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative dual-screen design

powerful gaming performance

high-resolution main display

ample connectivity options

effective cooling system

high price point

short battery life

heavy and bulky

complex for casual users

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell XPS 15 9520 and ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
92 % - Display
95 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell XPS 15 9520 vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 34.44 cm x 23.014 cm x 1.854 cm 35.5 cm x 26.6 cm x 2.97 cm
Weight 1.92 kg 2.67 kg
Colour Silver Off black
DISPLAY Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16"
LCD Backlight Technology - Mini LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (Full HD Plus) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 145 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, Infinity Edge display, Wide Viewing Angle, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 35 ms response rate, 0.18 mm pixel pitch, Eyesafe technology Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, FreeSync Premium Pro Technology, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 16-core
Cache 24 MB 64 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Raid 0 configuration, Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / AMD Radeon 610M
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 576 x 360 (infrared) Yes - 1080p
Resolution 0.9 Megapixel (standard), 0.2 Megapixel (infrared) -
Camera Features IR/RGB camera, 78.5 degrees 30 frames per second
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Six speakers, 3-microphone array
Codec Realtek ALC3281 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 -
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 86 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 130 Watt, 20 V, 6.5 A 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad, ScreenPad Plus
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features - Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, per-key RGB, 14" 4K UHD (3840 x 1100) touch display, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB4 Gen 3x2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI 2.1
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence), McAfee Small Business Security (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security 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 - System password, fingerprint-resistant coating, illuminated ROG logo, fast charging, ASUS Aura Sync technology, BIOS protection, Arc Flow Fans, AAS Plus 2.0 intake airflow
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Model Number - NM030W
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