Dell XPS 17 9700 vs. ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Dell XPS 17 9700 and ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS). 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.

Dell XPS 17 9700 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell XPS 17 9700 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning 4k display

powerful performance setup

premium build quality

excellent battery life

spacious trackpad

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

no full-size usb

limited port selection

ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

lightweight and portable

powerful intel processor

fast ssd storage

high build quality

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated gpu

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell XPS 17 9700 and ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
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85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
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86 % - Design
92 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell XPS 17 9700 vs. ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell XPS 17 9700 ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.448 cm x 24.808 cm x 1.315 cm 31.12 cm x 22.11 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 2.53 kg 1.4 kg
Colour Platinum silver Zero-G Titanium
DISPLAY Dell XPS 17 9700 ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Screen Size (Type) 17" 14" OLED
Touchscreen Yes Yes
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA) 2880 x 1800 (2.8K)
Pixel Density (ppi) 266 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 90 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 550 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, Infinity Edge display, Wide Viewing Angle, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 35 ms response rate, HDR 400 compatible, Corning Gorilla glass 6, Eyesafe technology, 0.0954 mm pixel pitch ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, ASUS EyeCare Technology, Pantone Validated, HDR 500 True Black, 0.2 ms response rate, 92% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Dell XPS 17 9700 ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
CPU Intel Core i9 (10th Gen) 10885H / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.3 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 14-core
Cache 16 MB 24 MB
Chipset Mobile Intel WM490 -
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Thermal Velocity Boost Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Dell XPS 17 9700 ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz -
Rated Speed 2933 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Dell XPS 17 9700 ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell XPS 17 9700 ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 576 x 360 (infrared) Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.9 Megapixel (standard), 0.2 Megapixel (infrared) -
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, 78.5 degrees Privacy shutter
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Four speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC711-CG -
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Dell XPS 17 9700 ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Dell XPS 17 9700 ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 97 Wh 63 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell XPS 17 9700 ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 5 / 20 V 100 Watt, 20 V, 5 A
INPUT Dell XPS 17 9700 ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad 2.0
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell XPS 17 9700 ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Interfaces 4 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Dell XPS 17 9700 ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Dell XPS 17 9700 ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) and firmware (TPM), fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features ExpressCharge ASUS IceCool design, ErgoLift
Compliant Standards BFR-free, PVC-free TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Model Number - KN110W
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