If you need a laptop primarily for gaming or demanding tasks like 3D rendering and video editing, the ASUS ROG Strix G15 offers high performance suitable for these needs, but it comes at a higher price and is less portable. On the other hand, if you require a machine for general use, school, or business, and value longer battery life and easier transport, the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 can deliver reliable performance at a more economical price point, albeit with less power for heavy-duty applications. Consider your primary activities and whether the additional expense for the ASUS aligns with a need for its advanced capabilities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5630
Very good for general use
Very good for content creation
Good battery life
Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.7/10
8.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
284.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 is good.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Software Development
7.2/10
7.9/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 are both good for software development, though the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is somewhat better.
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
7.1/10
6.8/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
284.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 likely have screens with resolutions and panel types that provide sharp, clear images suitable for everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, along with satisfactory brightness that makes the display easy to view in various lighting conditions. These laptops may also cover a wide range of colors on the DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB spectrums, which ensures that professionals working in design or engineering see accurate and consistent colors. However, for 3D applications and gaming, where a high refresh rate is crucial for smooth motion, these laptops fall short, as their screens do not refresh as quickly, which might affect the fluidity and responsiveness during fast-paced scenes.
Battery
5.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has 5.5 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 both have good portability, though the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 both have good build quality, though the ASUS ROG Strix G15 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,249
$849
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a price of $1,249 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 costs $849.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G15 to be good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 stands out for gaming and 3D applications primarily because it is equipped with a Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti graphics card, which is more capable than the Dell Inspiron 16 5630's Intel Iris Xe, and it also offers a higher screen refresh rate conducive to smoother visuals in games and dynamic content. While both have similar screen resolutions and quality, the faster GPU in combination with the Strix G15's higher refresh rate display provides a superior gaming experience compared to the fair gaming performance on the Dell Inspiron that uses integrated graphics and has a lower refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
7.6/10
7.7/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
5.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is equipped with a high-performance AMD CPU and dedicated Nvidia GPU, making it well-suited for engineering and design tasks that require strong processing and graphics capabilities, although its bulkier form and lower screen resolution might limit its portability and display sharpness compared to the Dell. The Dell Inspiron 16 5630, while having a less powerful integrated Intel GPU, boasts a higher resolution and aspect ratio, offering better screen quality and a lighter build, enhancing portability but potentially compromising on graphical tasks performance.
Content Creation
7.7/10
8.1/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5630 to be very good for content creation, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G15 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 compare to other laptops
"The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is a successful high-performance 15-inch laptop. The Asus ROG Strix impresses with an elaborate design and fast hardware. The latter can unleash its potential well in the large 15-inch case and achieve a decent performance boost compared to the previous generation. Especially the stunning 300 Hz display as well as the RTX 3070 and its generous TDP give gamers their money's worth. Asus didn't neglect seemingly small details, either, such as the keyboard and the maintenance options. The ROG Strix G15 offers a lot of pure performance and excellent workmanship in a 15-inch format, but connectivity leaves something to be desired."
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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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