The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16, being more expensive, offers superior performance for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering, coupled with a higher-quality display and dedicated graphics, making it suitable for gaming. Its battery life is not as long, and with its weight, it's less portable than the Dell Inspiron. The Dell Inspiron 14, on the other hand, is less expensive and offers moderate performance that's suitable for general use, and it's lighter with a longer battery life, enhancing portability. It also features a touchscreen and better build quality and heat management, but it is less capable for demanding gaming or professional tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Excellent overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
Very good portability
Good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.5/10
6.3/10
8.9/10
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
6.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 outperforms the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 for gaming and 3D tasks largely due to its superior GPU and higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for rendering high-quality graphics smoothly. While both laptops might handle general tasks well, the Dell Inspiron's modest GPU and lower refresh rate mean it won't perform as well in intensive graphic scenarios as the ASUS model.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
7.1/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is good.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 offers superior performance with its high-end Intel i9 processor and Nvidia RTX GPU, which are essential for demanding engineering and design tasks, alongside an exceptional screen quality with a higher resolution and color accuracy.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.6/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is very good for content creation, while the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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
9.0/10
6.1/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
627.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
216.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has a better screen than the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has a high-resolution display with excellent brightness and color accuracy, making it great for general use and particularly suitable for engineering and design tasks that require a wide color gamut. However, despite its strengths, it has a lower refresh rate which is not ideal for gaming or 3D work where smooth motion is key. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 offers adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and some design work but lacks the high color accuracy and refresh rates needed for professional-grade engineering designs, or the smooth visuals demanded by gamers and 3D artists.
Battery
4.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has 4.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has very good build quality, while the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,059
$779
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has a price of $2,059 and the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 costs $779.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16, with its high-end CPU and dedicated graphics card, is well-suited for general use due to its strong performance capabilities and high-resolution display, though it is less portable and has a shorter battery life. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 offers good performance with its CPU, adequate RAM, and a touchscreen, providing more portability and longer battery life, making it suitable for on-the-go use despite its lower screen quality and gaming capacity.
Software Development
7.7/10
7.4/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 compare to other laptops
"The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is not yet as optimised as its predecessor. Compared to the previous gen, performance and efficiency have improved significantly. What's more, the wonderful, Mini-LED Nebula display is a contender for the main highlight and almost manages to put the CPU and GPU in the shade. We already found its predecessor to be a well-rounded and well-optimised gaming machine. Generally, but not unequivocally, that also applies to the new Asus M16. Similar to most of the current, new laptops, we are dealing with a double generational leap in terms of the CPU and GPU. However, this change doesn't always run smoothly."
"We see no shame in an economy laptop missing the four-star mark. Frankly, we considered giving the Inspiron 14 2-in-1 three-and-a-half stars for its low price, competitive performance, and long battery life. Unfortunately, working with a screen that can't deliver at least 300 nits of brightness is simply no fun to the point of detrimental. Still, if you're looking for a convertible laptop on a tight budget, it's worth keeping an eye on Dell's sales and discounts. That Lavender Blue model is fairly tempting."
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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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