Dell XPS 17 9710 vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Dell XPS 17 9710 and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA). 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 17 (X1702ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

decent processor performance

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell XPS 17 9710 and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
83 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell XPS 17 9710 vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.448 cm x 24.808 cm x 1.315 cm 39.93 cm x 25.43 cm x 2.1 cm
Weight 2.53 kg 1.8 kg
Colour Platinum silver with black interior Icelight silver
DISPLAY Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 17" 17.3"
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 250 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, Narrow Border Display, 86% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 12-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
Chipset Intel WM590 -
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
RAM 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 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 -
STORAGE Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 576 x 360 (infrared) Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.92 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 Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC711-CG -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 97 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features - Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
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
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included McAfee LiveSafe (12 months subscription), Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence) -
MISCELLANEOUS Dell XPS 17 9710 ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
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, MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS Antibacterial Guard, IceBlades fan
Compliant Standards DisplayPort 1.4 RoHS, REACH
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Model Number - AU043W
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