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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Swift 3 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 are similarly priced with comparable storage and RAM, but there are important differences to consider. The Acer Swift 3 is lighter and offers longer battery life, making it more portable and suited for on-the-go use. The Dell Inspiron has a larger screen and higher resolution which might be preferable for tasks requiring more screen real estate, like editing or multitasking, but it's heavier and has a shorter battery life, reducing its portability. Both use integrated graphics, making them suitable for general use and light gaming, but not for intensive 3D rendering, machine learning or engineering tasks that require a dedicated GPU. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift 3
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5620
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.8
6.2
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
309.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The Acer Swift 3 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Acer Swift 3 offers a balance between resolution and brightness that caters well to general use and engineering tasks where clarity and the ability to accurately represent colors are essential, but falls short in gaming and 3D applications due to a lower refresh rate which is less suited for the fast-paced visuals these tasks demand. The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 provides acceptable levels of resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and engineering design work, but like the Acer, it doesn't prioritize the high refresh rates needed for smooth rendering in gaming and 3D modeling. Both laptops emphasize screen characteristics that favor precision and color representation over the rapid image changes required by more visually demanding applications.
Battery
12.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Acer Swift 3 has 12 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has 8 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Acer Swift 3 has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
309.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Acer Swift 3 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 are both good for general use.
The Acer Swift 3 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 both offer solid performance for general use with their Intel i5 processors and 16GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and efficient handling of everyday tasks. While the Swift 3 is more portable with a lighter weight and longer battery life, making it ideal for on-the-go use, the Inspiron 16 5620 provides a larger screen and a higher screen resolution, which may be better for those who prioritize a more spacious display over portability.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.2
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The Acer Swift 3 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Swift 3 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 are both fair for gaming and 3D because they come with integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, which can handle casual gaming but may struggle with more demanding games and 3D tasks. They both also support a 60Hz screen refresh rate, which is adequate for general use but less ideal for fast-paced games where higher refresh rates can provide smoother visuals and a competitive edge.
Engineering and Design
7.1
7.0
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Swift 3 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 are both good for engineering and design.
The Acer Swift 3 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 are both equipped with capable CPUs and integrated GPUs suitable for engineering and design tasks, with adequate RAM for demanding applications and high-quality IPS screens for clear visuals. However, the Swift 3 is more portable and offers a higher quality keyboard, whereas the Inspiron has a larger screen and is quieter in operation, making both strong contenders depending on the user's priorities of mobility vs. screen real estate and acoustics.
Content Creation
7.6
7.6
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Swift 3 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.6
7.5
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Swift 3 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Build Quality
7.4
7.0
The Acer Swift 3 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$500
$500
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The Acer Swift 3 has a price of $500 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 costs $500.
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How the Acer Swift 3 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Swift 3 | Dell Inspiron 16 5620 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.6'' x 8.3'' x 0.63'' | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.76 lbs | 4.12 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.6" | 14.05" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.3" | 9.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1240P | Intel i5-1235U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 309 nits | 265 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Sebastian Jentsch | February 2022
"With the Swift 3, Acer delivers a 14-inch laptop with a sleek, slim metal chassis. The latter is of high quality and sturdy enough for everyday use, which is a real plus point among the 700-Euro (~$798) models. A new feature is Thunderbolt 4 in the Type-C format for peripherals or even displays (DisplayPort via Type-C). Unfortunately, a card reader is still missing, and the RAM is completely onboard, so there are no upgrade options here. Acer's 14-incher is affordable, yet it does everything most would want from a truly mobile laptop: Long battery life, a great display, quality, sufficient ports, light weight, and low noise and heat emissions."
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Brett Venter | January 2023
"If the world is exciting enough right now, you can do far worse than a solid performer that you know will get the job done. Our review model is as powerful as you'd want an office machine to be unless you're performing specialist tasks and the price point is pretty attractive (unless work will let you have a MacBook Air instead)."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
About Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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