ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N vs Dell DC1525

Benchmark-weighted head-to-head · data updated 2026-09-10

Winner: ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N

ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N takes 7.3 weighted points vs 5.5, winning on Pixel Density, Weight, Thickness. Read our comprehensive ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N review or see the full Dell DC1525 review. The winner also sits in a more competitive value tier — a clear-cut call.

Winner

ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N

Intel Core i3-1215U · Integrated (Intel iGPU)

Under $400
4.2 (461)
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Dell DC1525

Intel Core 3 100U · Integrated (Intel iGPU)

Under $500
4.3 (264)
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Use-Case Scores

CategoryVivobook 5Z8NDC1525
Gaming2.1/102.3/10
Productivity4.2/104.1/10
Programming3.1/103.2/10
Engineering / 3D2.6/102.8/10
Student5.6/105.2/10
Travel / Portability5.7/105.1/10
AI Workloads2.3/102.6/10
Value for Money6.8/106.4/10

Detailed Specification Comparison

SpecVivobook 5Z8NDC1525
CPUIntel Core i3-1215UIntel Core 3 100U
PassMark Score10,77412,953
CPU Cores2P+4E6
GPUIntegrated (Intel iGPU)Integrated (Intel iGPU)
G3DMark Score——
RAM8 GB DDR48 GB DDR5
RAM UpgradeableNo (soldered)No (soldered)
Storage256 GBSSD512 GBSSD
Display14″ IPS15.6″ IPS
Resolution1920x10801920x1080
Refresh Rate60 Hz60 Hz
Pixel Density157 PPI141 PPI
TouchscreenNoNo
Weight3.09 lbs4.19 lbs
Thickness0.7″0.75″
Amazon Rating4.2 ★ (461)4.3 ★ (264)
Value Score6.8/106.4/10

CPU Comparison

The Dell DC1525's Intel Core 3 100U is ~20% faster in multi-threaded PassMark (12,953 vs 10,774). Noticeable in sustained workloads, less so in everyday browsing. Read more in our in-depth Vivobook 5Z8N benchmark breakdown and DC1525 performance review.

GPU & Gaming

Neither carries a dedicated GPU — both fine for esports at low settings, neither for modern AAA gaming. For dedicated gaming silicon, check our best gaming laptops guide.

Productivity & Battery

Office scores: 4.2/10 vs 4.1/10. Battery isn't in our dataset, but both share a similar power class, so expect comparable endurance.

Display

Vivobook 5Z8N: 14″ IPS 1920x1080 @ 60 Hz. DC1525: 15.6″ IPS 1920x1080 @ 60 Hz. Panel quality is effectively even.

RAM, Storage & Upgradeability

Vivobook 5Z8N: 8 GB DDR4 (soldered) + 256 GBSSD. DC1525: 8 GB DDR5 (soldered) + 512 GBSSD.

Build & Portability

3.09 lbs / 0.7″ vs 4.19 lbs / 0.75″. The ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N is 1.1 lbs lighter — significant for daily carry. Travel scores: 5.7 vs 5.1.

Value

Value scores land 6.8/10 vs 6.4/10. The ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N extracts more performance per dollar.

Final Verdict

Buy the ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N — it wins the weighted spec battle and costs less. You can read the detailed ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N review or compare alternative models in our laptop comparison tool.

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