Dell Precision 15 3560 vs Asus Vivobook 14 X1404 Comparison

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Dell Precision 15 3560

15.6 inches | January 2021

Speed 3

Size 8.5

Display 2.5

Gaming 1.5

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Asus Vivobook 14 X1404

14 inches | January 2023

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Display 3.5

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Dell Precision 15 3560 vs Asus Vivobook 14 X1404 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Precision 15 3560 and Vivobook 14 X1404, two laptops from Dell and Asus. Dell Precision 15 3560 was introduced to market in January 2021 and Asus Vivobook 14 X1404 was launched in January 2023. As you can see, Precision 15 3560 is 2 years older than Vivobook 14 X1404. Let's see if this age difference between two laptops makes a big difference.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Dell Precision 15 3560 and Asus Vivobook 14 X1404 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Dell Precision 15 3560 Key Specs

Launched in January 2021
15.6" TFT LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 1135G7
GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
4GB Ram
358 x 232 x 10.8-14.4 mm (14.09 x 9.13 x 0.43-0.57 inches)
Weight: 1.58 kg (3.48 lbs)

Asus Vivobook 14 X1404 Key Specs

Launched in January 2023
14.0" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i3 1215U
GPU: Intel UHD Graphics (64 EU)
4GB Ram
324.9 x 213.9 x 17.9 mm (12.79 x 8.42 x 0.7 inches)
Weight: 1.4 kg (3.09 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Precision 15 3560 and Vivobook 14 X1404 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Dell Precision 15 3560 over Asus Vivobook 14 X1404

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~80.8% vs ~77.7%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	6.3 mm vs 7.5 mm	1.2 mm thinner bezels
Display Size	15.6 inches vs 14 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Max Brightness	400 nits vs 250 nits	Brighter Screen
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs No	Charges via USB-C type cable
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	More RAM Options
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Higher Resolution Camera
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
HDMI Version	2.0 vs 1.4	Better HDMI connectivity
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers

Reasons to choose Asus Vivobook 14 X1404 over Dell Precision 15 3560

Weight	1.40 kg vs 1.58 kg	0.18 kg lighter
Screen PPI	157 ppi vs 141 ppi	More pixels per inch
GPU FLOPS	1.43 TFLOPS vs 1.41 TFLOPS	Faster RAM
RAM BUS	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.3 vs v5.2	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 2x USB 3.2

Common Strengths of Asus Vivobook 14 X1404 and Dell Precision 15 3560

Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
RAM Type	DDR4 vs DDR4	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6 vs v6E	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.0 vs 1x HDMI 2.0	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Asus Vivobook 14 X1404 and Dell Precision 15 3560

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
HDR Support	No vs No	No HDR Support

Dell Precision 15 3560 vs Asus Vivobook 14 X1404: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Dell Precision 15 3560 and the Asus Vivobook 14 X1404.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.58 kg (3.48 lbs)	1.4 kg (3.09 lbs)
Surface Area	831 cm2 (128.6 inches2)	695 cm2 (107.7 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~80.8%	~77.7%
Side Bezel Thickness	~6.3 mm	~7.5 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.10 kg/inch	0.10 kg/inch
	0.22 lbs/inch	0.22 lbs/inch
Colors	Silver	Silver, Gold, Blue

Comparison of the Dell Precision 15 3560 and the Asus Vivobook 14 X1404 External Dimensions

Weight

Precision 15 3560 weighs 1.58 kg (3.48 lbs), whereas the Vivobook 14 X1404 weighs 1.4 kg (3.09 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Dell Precision 15 3560

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Asus Vivobook 14 X1404

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Thickness Comparison

Dell Precision 15 3560

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Asus Vivobook 14 X1404

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Dell Precision 15 3560 is 0.10 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Asus Vivobook 14 X1404 is 0.10 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch

Dell Precision 15 3560 vs Asus Vivobook 14 X1404: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i5 1135G7 Intel Core i5 1145G7 Intel Core i7 1165G7 Intel Core i7 1185G7	Intel Core i3 1215U Intel Core i5 1235U Intel Core i7 1255U Intel Core i3 1315U Intel Core i5 1335U Intel Core i7 1355U
Base Frequency	0.9-2.4 GHz	1.2 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.2 GHz	4.4 GHz
Number of Cores	4	6
Number of Threads	8	8
L3 Cache	8 MB	10 MB
Integrated GPU	Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EU	Intel UHD Graphics (64EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1324	1583
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	4633	6048
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1355	1586
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	5087	5803

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Dell Precision 15 3560 and Asus Vivobook 14 X1404.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 1135G7

Laptops with: Intel Core i3 1215U

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EU	Intel UHD Graphics (64EU)
Base Clock Frequency	300 MHz	300 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1100 MHz	1400 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	15 W	45 W
Type	Integrated	Integrated
FLOPS	1.41 TFLOPS	1.43 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	System Shared
Memory Type	DDR4	DDR4
Memory Bus	System Shared
Memory Speed	3.2 Gbps	3.2 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	640	512
TMUs	40	32
ROPs	20	16

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Dell Precision 15 3560 has a FLOPS value of 1.41 TFLOPS whereas the Asus Vivobook 14 X1404 ' has a FLOPS value of 1.43 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Asus Vivobook 14 X1404 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB	4GB 8GB 12GB
Memory Bus	1x4 GB	1x4 GB
RAM Clock	3200 MHz	3200 MHz
RAM Type	DDR4	DDR4
Upgradable	Yes	No
Max RAM Size	64 GB
Total Slots	2

Both laptops, the Precision 15 3560 and the Vivobook 14 X1404, come with similar RAM capacities of 4 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Dell Precision 15 3560	Asus Vivobook 14 (X1404)
CPU	Intel Core i5 1135G7	Intel Core i3 1215U
GPU	Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EU	Intel UHD Graphics (64EU)
Memory	4 GB	4 GB
Available for LLM total	~0.5 GB (0.5 GB RAM)	~0.5 GB (0.5 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B) Requires ~24 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Extra-Large Models (65B+): Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B Requires ~42 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

Dell Precision 15 3560|Asus Vivobook 14 (X1404)

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Slow-Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	42 Wh 63 Wh	42 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	No
USB Power Delivery	Yes	No
Charging Port Position	Left	Right
Charge Power	65 / 90 / 130 W	45 W
Voltage	11.4 V
Full Charging Time	2:00 hr	1:40 hr

Furthermore, both laptops have the same battery capacity of 42 Wh, ensuring comparable battery performance.

Battery Comparison

Dell Precision 15 3560

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Asus Vivobook 14 X1404

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 2 TB, the Precision 15 3560 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Vivobook 14 X1404's max. storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	1	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Dell Precision 15 3560 vs Asus Vivobook 14 X1404: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Dell Precision 15 3560 and Asus Vivobook 14 X1404 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Precision 15 3560 has a display size of 15.6".On the other hand, Vivobook 14 X1404 has a smaller 14.0" display.The total usable screen area of the Precision 15 3560 is 670cm² / 104inch² whereas the Vivobook 14 X1404's total usable screen area is 540cm² / 84inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Vivobook 14 X1404 features a higher pixel density with 157 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Dell Precision 15 3560

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Asus Vivobook 14 X1404

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Refresh Rate
Both Precision 15 3560 and Vivobook 14 X1404 offer the same refresh rate of 60 Hz.

Brightness
The Precision 15 3560 offers a higher maximum brightness of 400 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Dell Precision 15 3560

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Asus Vivobook 14 X1404

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Dell Precision 15 3560 vs Asus Vivobook 14 X1404 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Vivobook 14 X1404 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Precision 15 3560 (v6).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both Precision 15 3560 and Vivobook 14 X1404 have USB-A ports. Precision 15 3560 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Vivobook 14 X1404 has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Precision 15 3560 and Vivobook 14 X1404 have USB Type-C ports. Precision 15 3560 has 2x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports, while Vivobook 14 X1404 has 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Precision 15 3560 is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. Vivobook 14 X1404 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both Precision 15 3560 and Vivobook 14 X1404 feature an HDMI port. Precision 15 3560 offers 1x HDMI 2.0, while Vivobook 14 X1404 offers 1x HDMI 1.4.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Precision 15 3560 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. Vivobook 14 X1404 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Precision 15 3560 and Vivobook 14 X1404 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.2	v5.3
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	3x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 3.2	1x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.0	1x HDMI 1.4
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Optional	Optional
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	Yes	No
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes