If budget is a primary concern, the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 offers a more affordable entry point with decent performance for general use. However, if you require high performance for tasks like video editing, 3D modeling, or other intensive applications, the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is engineered to handle such demands, albeit at a higher cost. The MacBook Pro also typically boasts superior build quality and a better display, but it's less flexible in terms of upgradability and repairs due to its closed ecosystem. The Dell, on the other hand, may offer more ports and user-serviceable components. In terms of portability, both machines are similar in size, but the MacBook Pro may edge out slightly with a better battery life. For gaming, neither are dedicated gaming machines, but the MacBook Pro's graphics capabilities generally outperform those of the average Inspiron, provided the games are compatible with macOS. Choose the Dell for everyday tasks and value, or the MacBook Pro for premium build and performance, keeping in mind both will have limitations for specialized tasks like gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023)
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Excellent overall display quality
Best in class overall build quality
Best in class battery life
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5630
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has no clear advantages over the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023).
Key differences
General Use
8.8/10
8.2/10
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
487.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
17.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 are both very good for general use, though the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is somewhat better.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is favored for general use owing to its high-performance CPU and GPU, substantial RAM, a superior Mini LED screen with excellent colors and brightness, and long battery life; however, it is less portable due to its weight and battery size. The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 also excels in general use with a capable CPU, abundant storage, and quality IPS display, plus it is more portable and offers silent operation; yet it has shorter battery life and a less vibrant screen compared to the MacBook Pro.
Gaming and AI
7.5/10
6.5/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is only fair.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 comes with a more powerful GPU which is essential for 3D applications, and its screen quality is high, but it's less suited for popular games that aren’t compatible with macOS. The Dell Inspiron 16 5630, while offering decent performance for gaming with an adequate GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, may not handle 3D tasks as smoothly as the MacBook and has moderately lesser screen quality.
Engineering and Design
8.9/10
7.7/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
18.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) excels in engineering and design use due to its high-performance CPU, extensive RAM, robust dedicated GPU, and superior screen quality with Mini LED technology, which offers crisp resolution and wide color gamut support. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a capable CPU, sufficient RAM, and an integrated GPU that may perform well but doesn’t match the MacBook’s dedicated GPU, though it has a lighter design enhancing portability.
Content Creation
8.9/10
8.1/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
18.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 are both very good for content creation, though the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is somewhat better.
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
8.9/10
7.9/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
18.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is very good for software development, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is good.
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.
Screen Quality
9.3/10
6.8/10
16.2in
SIZE
16.0in
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
487.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 for general use, AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 typically excels in screen quality for general use and engineering tasks due to its high-resolution display, brightness, and wide color gamut support, including DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, which ensure vivid and accurate colors. However, it falls short for 3D tasks where a high refresh rate is crucial because its focus is on visual fidelity over motion smoothness. The Dell Inspiron 16 5630, while offering commendable resolution and brightness for general use and sufficient color coverage for engineering and design work, also lacks the high refresh rate demanded by gaming and 3D applications, making it less suitable for those specific needs.
Battery
17.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has 17.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 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
10.0/10
7.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) has best in class build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,499
$849
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) has a price of $2,499 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 costs $849.
"The Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023: M2 Max challenges GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. The new MacBook Pro 16 2023 with the M2 Max SoC is the most powerful laptop Apple has on sale right now. While we do not get the expected performance and efficiency improvements from completely new 3 nm chips, which we expected ahead of the launch, the 2023 model is still a solid update. The CPU of the M2 Max can be up to 20 % faster than the old model and we also see an advantage of 25-30 % for the GPU with 38 cores. However, both components also consume more power, so the efficiency did not change that much under maximum load."
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About Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
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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