Dell Latitude 14" 5420 Gray 2021
ASUS Zenbook 14" UX3405CA-U9321TB Jasper Gray 2025
What Buyers Say
Dell Latitude 14" 5420 Gray 2021
Despite one DOA unit and a mixed experience with cosmetic condition and pre-installed corporate software, the overwhelming majority of buyers found this refurbished laptop to be excellent value. Users praise its speed, pristine appearance, and hassle-free setup, with several noting the seller's responsive customer service when issues arose.
Pros
- Fast processor performance
- Excellent cosmetic condition (immaculate)
- Easy setup and configuration
- Good value for money
- Responsive seller customer service
Cons
- Occasional DOA units
- Blemishes despite 'like new' rating
- Pre-installed corporate software issues
- No full Dell account wipe by refurbisher
ASUS Zenbook 14" UX3405CA-U9321TB Jasper Gray 2025
The ASUS Zenbook 14 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from users, who praise its stunning OLED display, powerful performance with Intel Core Ultra 9 and 32GB RAM, and lightweight, premium build. It is highly recommended for college students and professionals, handling multitasking, casual gaming, and daily work with ease. Battery life is solid, lasting through classes or a workday, though some note minor bloatware and limited USB-A ports. Overall, it is seen as an excellent value, especially when on sale.
Pros
- Stunning OLED display
- Powerful performance (Intel Core Ultra 9, 32GB RAM)
- Lightweight and premium build
- Excellent battery life
- Fast charging
Cons
- Minor bloatware
- Screen gets smudgy
- Only one USB-A port
- Battery life varies with brightness
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Latitude 14" 5420 | ASUS Zenbook 14" UX3405CA-U9321TB | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i7 1185G | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 4 | 16★ |
| Frequency | 3.0 GHz★ | 2.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB | 24 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel Arc Graphics★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM | — | 16 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR4 | LPDDR5★ |
| Storage 1 | 512 GB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14" | 14" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 1920 px |
| Panel | IPS | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 60 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 220 nits | 500 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 100% sRGB | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 4 x 2 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.0 | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Yes |
| Ethernet | RJ-45 | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.37 kg | 1.28 kg★ |
| Battery | 63 Wh | 75 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Dell Latitude 14" 5420 Gray 2021
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong portability (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong port selection (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (67th percentile)
- Below average cpu (25th percentile)
- Below average ram (26th percentile)
- Below average reliability (33rd percentile)
ASUS Zenbook 14" UX3405CA-U9321TB Jasper Gray 2025
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong ram (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong cpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
Verdict
Scores 77 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 16 of 30 specs.