The ASUS ROG Flow X13 offers superior performance in gaming and resource-demanding engineering applications due to its high-end AMD processor and Nvidia RTX graphics. If you require a laptop with strong performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, or intensive gaming, and you are willing to pay a premium price, the ASUS could be an excellent choice. However, its smaller screen size of 13.4 inches might not be ideal if you prefer a larger display for your work. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is more budget-friendly and offers a larger 16-inch screen, but has a considerably less powerful Intel processor and integrated graphics, making it suitable for general use and non-intensive tasks. It also weighs more than the ASUS, which reduces portability. If you prioritize battery life and screen real estate over high-end performance and portability, and want to save money, the Dell could be a better choice for you. Both laptops have similar battery life, so this is a neutral factor in your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X13
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5620
Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.2/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications due to its powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 165 Hz, which can render fast-moving visuals smoothly. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is equipped with the less powerful Intel i5-1235U Iris Xe graphics and a lower screen refresh rate of 60 Hz, which may not handle intense gaming and 3D graphics as effectively.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
7.0/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 stands out in engineering and design use due to its high-end CPU and GPU, making it more suitable for intensive tasks, while its high-resolution screen also improves visual detail and color accuracy, essential for design work. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 also supports engineering applications, but with a less powerful CPU and integrated graphics, it's better for less demanding tasks, and while its larger screen is good for productivity, it may not be as color-accurate or vivid as the ASUS.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.6/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good.
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
8.0/10
7.5/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for software development, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 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
8.4/10
6.2/10
13.4in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 likely boasts a high-resolution display with excellent brightness and panel quality, which is why it stands out for general use and engineering, where these factors contribute to clarity and color precision. However, its lower refresh rate holds it back for gaming and 3D tasks, where fluid motion is key. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron's screen, while adequate in resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and some professional applications, doesn't excel in color range or refresh rate, making it a fair choice for general and engineering use but less suitable for gaming and 3D.
Portability
Very Good
Good
13.4in
SIZE
16.0in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,500
$500
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a price of $2,500 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 costs $500.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X13 to be very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 offers greater flexibility as a 2-in-1 convertible suited for both laptop and tablet use, alongside a high-quality screen and a more powerful CPU and GPU, which adds to its appeal for general use; however, this also makes it more expensive and potentially less essential for users who don't require advanced computing capabilities.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has 8 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Flow X13 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Flow X13 is not an off-the-shelf convertible. This quickly becomes clear when you take a closer look at the technical specs. The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS is a state-of-the-art SoC with 8 cores and 16 threads, which also makes the 2-in-1 interesting as a work device. With 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD, gamers are also well taken care of. The dedicated Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q fits well into the overall concept and ensures a solid 3D performance. With the eGPU dock, which is equipped with a GeForce RTX 3080, the small convertible transforms into a full-fledged desktop replacement in terms of performance."
"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 ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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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