ASUS Zenbook DUO (2024) UX8406 vs Dell 14 Plus (DB14250)
43.3Performance41.4
38.4Display31.8
66.7Battery65
64.1Portability71.1
4 spec wins — ASUS Zenbook DUO (2024) UX84063 spec wins — Dell 14 Plus (DB14250)
InnoReviews verdict
ASUS Zenbook DUO (2024) UX8406 wins this laptop face-off, 51 to 49.5, pulling ahead mainly in display (+7) and performance (+2). Dell 14 Plus (DB14250) still makes sense if its price or standout specs fit your needs better.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the ASUS Zenbook DUO (2024) UX8406
- Stronger display score: 38 vs 32
- 100% higher storage: 1,024 GB vs 512 GB
- 67% higher Peak brightness: 500 nits vs 300 nits
- 17% higher capacity: 75 Wh vs 64 Wh
- 16% higher Geekbench 6 (multi): 12,867 vs 11,085
Reasons to pick the Dell 14 Plus (DB14250)
- Stronger portability score: 71 vs 64
- 15% lower thickness: 17 mm vs 19.9 mm
- 10% higher Geekbench 6 (single): 2,728 vs 2,475
- Lower launch price: $1,099 vs $1,500
Display
| Spec | ASUS Zenbook DUO (2024) UX8406 | Dell 14 Plus (DB14250) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14 ″ | 14 ″ |
| Panel type | OLED (dual touchscreens) | IPS (anti-glare) |
| Resolution | 2880x1800 | 2560x1600 |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 500 nits+67% | 300 nits |
Performance
| Spec | ASUS Zenbook DUO (2024) UX8406 | Dell 14 Plus (DB14250) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Core Ultra 7 256V |
| Graphics | Intel Arc Graphics | Intel Arc Graphics 140V |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM type | LPDDR5X (soldered) | LPDDR5X-8533 (soldered) |
| Storage | 1,024 GB+100% | 512 GB |
| Storage type | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD (M.2 2280) | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD (QLC) |
Benchmarks
| Spec | ASUS Zenbook DUO (2024) UX8406 | Dell 14 Plus (DB14250) |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6 (single) | 2,475Bottom 33% | 2,728+10%Top 50% |
| Geekbench 6 (multi) | 12,867+16%Bottom 44% | 11,085Bottom 17% |
Battery
| Spec | ASUS Zenbook DUO (2024) UX8406 | Dell 14 Plus (DB14250) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 75 Wh+17% | 64 Wh |
| Web browsing endurance | — | 13.4 h |
| Charging | 65 W | 65 W |
Design
| Spec | ASUS Zenbook DUO (2024) UX8406 | Dell 14 Plus (DB14250) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.65 kg | 1.55 kg+6% |
| Thickness | 19.9 mm | 17 mm+15% |
| Material | Magnesium-aluminum alloy | Aluminum lid and base, plastic palmrest and bezel |
Connectivity
| Spec | ASUS Zenbook DUO (2024) UX8406 | Dell 14 Plus (DB14250) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, HDMI 2.1, 3.5mm combo audio | Thunderbolt 4, USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (DisplayPort 1.4, Power Delivery), USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI 2.1, 3.5mm combo |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.4 |
| Webcam | 1080p FHD with IR | 1080p + IR, privacy shutter |
| Biometrics | IR face (Windows Hello) | Fingerprint reader (power button) |
Software
| Spec | ASUS Zenbook DUO (2024) UX8406 | Dell 14 Plus (DB14250) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 | Windows 11 Home (Copilot+ PC) |
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