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Updated January 10, 2024·
If portability is a high priority, the Acer Swift Go 14 is lighter and offers a better battery life, making it suitable for on-the-go use. However, the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 provides a larger and sharper screen that can be beneficial for tasks that require more screen real estate like engineering or creative work. Both laptops have the same amount of RAM and are similarly priced, but the Dell offers double the storage capacity. The Acer is geared more towards general use with sufficient performance for routine tasks, while the Dell, with its more powerful processor and graphics, is suited for more demanding tasks such as 3D rendering or machine learning, albeit with slightly less portability due to its weight and size. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift Go 14
- Excellent portability
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5635
- Very good for general use
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.8
6.6
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The Acer Swift Go 14 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 for general use, and engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has a better screen for software development.
The Acer Swift Go 14 offers a sharp display and high brightness that makes it suitable for everyday tasks and detail-focused work like engineering and design, where color accuracy is also crucial. However, its moderate refresh rate limits its appeal for gamers and those engaged in 3D modeling. Meanwhile, the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 provides adequate resolution and brightness for the casual user, but its fair color gamut coverage might not satisfy professionals in engineering and design, and the gaming experience is compromised by its lackluster refresh rate.
Portability
Excellent
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Swift Go 14 has excellent portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$793
$700
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Acer Swift Go 14 has a price of $793 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 costs $700.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
8.0
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
9.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5635 to be very good for general use, while the Acer Swift Go 14 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 offers a larger and higher resolution screen, more storage, and a CPU that's well-suited for general use, contributing to its very good usability for everyday tasks, although it's a bit heavier and has a shorter battery life than the Acer Swift Go 14. The Acer Swift Go 14, on the other hand, has a high-quality keyboard, excellent heat management, and a longer battery life, making it a good choice for portability and comfort during extended use, but with less storage and a smaller screen.
Gaming and AI
6.4
6.3
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
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 Go 14 and Dell Inspiron 16 5635 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Swift Go 14 and Dell Inspiron 16 5635 both have integrated graphics which are adequate for light gaming and 3D tasks, with the Swift Go 14 featuring an Intel Iris Xe and the Inspiron housing an AMD Vega 8. However, both are limited by a 60Hz screen refresh rate which is sufficient for casual play but not optimal for competitive gaming, while their screen quality, although decent with IPS panels, still place them just within the 'fair' category for gaming due to the somewhat lower brightness and color coverage compared to specialized gaming laptops.
Engineering and Design
7.2
7.3
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and Acer Swift Go 14 are both good for engineering and design.
The Acer Swift Go 14, with its high-end Intel i7 processor and Iris Xe graphics, delivers robust performance and good screen quality, which is crucial for engineering and design tasks, while also being lightweight and having a backlit keyboard, enhancing its portability and ease of use. Meanwhile, the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 couples a potent AMD Ryzen 7 processor with Vega 8 graphics and a larger, sharper screen, offering a stronger visual workspace and silent operation suited for intensive tasks, albeit at a slightly higher weight which could affect portability.
Content Creation
7.6
7.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and Acer Swift Go 14 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
7.7
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and Acer Swift Go 14 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Acer Swift Go 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.0
The Acer Swift Go 14 and Dell Inspiron 16 5635 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Acer Swift Go 14 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Swift Go 14 | Dell Inspiron 16 5635 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$793 | $700 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.6'' x 0.59'' | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.72'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.76 lbs | 4.19 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.32" | 14.05" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.58" | 9.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1355U | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 65 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 300 nits | 265 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9/10 | 7.6/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
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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Acer Swift Go 14
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Mark Knapp | May 2023
"The Acer Swift Go 14 is a surprising machine. Its performance, display, and battery life leave little to be desired from a device at this price. You might think it’d be cheaper given the “Go” in the name, or thinner given its close competition with thin-and-light laptops, but it manages to strike a decent enough balance between its capabilities and hardware to really stand out as an exceptional value."
Dell Inspiron 16 5635
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Derek Sullivan | January 2023
"Compared to the previous year’s Inspiron, Dell upgraded the screen aspect ratio on this generation, but also transitioned to a more minimalistic centered keyboard flanked by up-firing speakers. The 16-inch screen is huge plus and I really appreciate the extra real estate without sacrificing the footprint much. This year’s model is a little larger than last, though, as the former model was already very small for a 15 incher."
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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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