Dell XPS 17 9710 vs. ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Dell XPS 17 9710 and ASUS M515DA (BQ1214). 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 17 9710 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell XPS 17 9710 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive 4k display

powerful intel processor

sleek aluminum design

good battery life

excellent sound quality

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

no HDMI port

limited port selection

ASUS M515DA (BQ1214) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS M515DA (BQ1214) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid state drive

adequate connectivity options

full hd display

average battery life

modest graphics performance

limited upgradeability

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell XPS 17 9710 and ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
83 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell XPS 17 9710 vs. ASUS M515DA (BQ1214) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.448 cm x 24.808 cm x 1.315 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.53 kg 1.8 kg
Colour Platinum silver with black interior Slate grey
DISPLAY Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Screen Size (Type) 17" 15.6"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 133 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Infinity Edge display, Wide Viewing Angle, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 35 ms response rate, Eyesafe technology, 0.1908 mm pixel pitch Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 178° viewing angle, 83% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H AMD Ryzen 3 3250U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 4 MB
Chipset Intel WM590 -
Features Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
RAM 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 576 x 360 (infrared) Yes - VGA
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel (standard), 0.2 Megapixel (infrared) -
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, 78.5 degrees -
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speaker, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC711-CG -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 97 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Interfaces 4 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home No operating system
Software Included McAfee LiveSafe (12 months subscription), Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence) McAfee LiveSafe, MyASUS, Microsoft Office Home and Student 2021, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter, backpack, wired optical mouse, Carry bag
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - System password
Compliant Standards DisplayPort 1.4 -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
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