If you need a laptop with high performance for gaming or demanding applications like 3D modeling and machine learning, the Asus ROG Strix G16 offers superior power, but it's heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less convenient for travel. The Dell Inspiron 16, while more affordable and offering longer battery life, is better suited for general use and less-intensive tasks, and it's also more portable. Consider how you prioritize cost, the types of tasks you'll perform, and whether you'll frequently carry your laptop when choosing between the two. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5620
Good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
6.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
240Hz
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 Strix G16 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate which are crucial for a smooth and immersive gaming experience; whereas the Dell Inspiron 16 5620, while capable for lighter gaming, doesn't match the ASUS in terms of graphics performance or fluidity due to its less powerful GPU and lower refresh rate. Although both laptops have decent CPUs and screen quality, these factors are less influential on gaming performance.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
7.0/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 generally has a more powerful CPU and GPU, plus higher-quality screen and RAM, making it better suited for demanding engineering tasks and design work that require more processing power and superior visuals. While the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 offers solid performance for general engineering, it may not handle intensive graphics as smoothly, but it gains an edge in portability, keyboard, and speaker quality, making it a good choice for users who value comfort and mobility alongside capable hardware.
Content Creation
8.4/10
7.6/10
9.9/10
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 Strix G16 (2024) 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.
Screen Quality
8.8/10
6.2/10
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
459.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you're focused on general use, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers a sharper, brighter display with better color reproduction, making everyday tasks and media consumption a more enjoyable experience. For engineering and design, its wider color gamut ensures more accurate color representation, which is essential for precision work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, its lower refresh rate can make fast-paced visuals less smooth, which is less ideal when compared to laptops with higher refresh rates that provide more fluid motion and better gaming performance.
Portability
Fair
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 both have good build quality, though the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,599
$500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has a price of $1,599 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 costs $500.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) to be very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its superior CPU and RAM, excels at demanding tasks and offers a high-quality screen that's great for both work and play, but it is less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to lighter options. The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 provides a balance with respectable performance for everyday tasks, longer battery life for on-the-go use, and while it has a decent display, keyboard, and storage, it trades off some of the high-end screen quality and peak performance of the ASUS.
Software Development
8.0/10
7.5/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) to be 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 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 Strix G16 (2024) and the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 compare to other laptops
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
"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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