Dell XPS 17 9710 vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Dell XPS 17 9710 and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

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 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 XPS 17 9710 and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
83 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell XPS 17 9710 vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.448 cm x 24.808 cm x 1.315 cm 32.54 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.53 kg 1.6 kg
Colour Platinum silver with black interior Indie black
DISPLAY Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Screen Size (Type) 17" 14"
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 220 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, 82% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H Intel Pentium Gold 7505 / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache 12 MB 4 MB
Chipset Intel WM590 -
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
RAM 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD 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 Speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC711-CG -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 97 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
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 VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features - Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Slots - 1 x Serial ATA (1 free)
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
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home in S mode
Software Included McAfee LiveSafe (12 months subscription), Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence) McAfee, Microsoft 365 Personal (1 year subscription), MyASUS
MISCELLANEOUS Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
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 - BIOS protection
Compliant Standards DisplayPort 1.4 -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - EK1651WS
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