The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16, with its higher price, offers greater performance, making it suitable for intensive tasks like 3D work, machine learning, and gaming, courtesy of its high-end processor and powerful graphics card. However, it is heavier and less portable than the Dell Inspiron 16 5630. The Dell, being more affordable, is capable for general use and has a longer battery life, but it may not handle demanding software as well. If your priority is performance for demanding tasks and you don't mind the cost and weight, choose the ASUS. For everyday tasks, with a focus on affordability and portability, go with the Dell. 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
Excellent overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5630
Very good for general use
Good battery life
Good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.5/10
6.5/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
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
10.0/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 excels in gaming and 3D because it boasts a powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 240Hz, which provide smoother visuals and can accommodate the demands of intensive graphics tasks. Conversely, the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is less suited for gaming and 3D content as it includes a less capable Intel Iris Xe integrated GPU and a modest screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which may limit performance in these scenarios.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
7.7/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is good.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 surpasses the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 in engineering and design due to its more powerful CPU and GPU, alongside a higher resolution and color-accurate screen, which are all critical for demanding engineering tasks and precise design work. While both laptops offer the same amount of RAM and storage, the ASUS's superior screen quality and more robust processing capabilities provide enhanced performance for intensive applications, though this may come at the expense of portability and operating noise compared to the quieter and slightly lighter Dell.
Screen Quality
9.0/10
6.8/10
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
627.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
When considering screen quality for general use, the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16's display is sharp and bright, providing clarity and comfort for everyday tasks, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 also offers a clear and bright display but with slightly less vibrancy. For engineering and design work, the ASUS's color fidelity, covering a wide range of color gamuts, ensures accurate color representation which is crucial, whereas the Dell has a respectable color range that's adequate but might not be as precise. In the realm of gaming and 3D, the ASUS falls short due to its lower refresh rate which affects the smoothness of fast-paced visuals, while the Dell also lacks in this aspect, making neither ideal for high-frame-rate gaming or fluid 3D rendering.
Battery
4.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has 4.5 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
8.5/10
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has very good 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
$2,059
$849
$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 Inspiron 16 5630 costs $849.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5630 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is good.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16, with its high-performance CPU and advanced GPU, excels in intensive tasks but has a shorter battery life, making it less portable than the Dell Inspiron 16 5630, which offers very solid CPU performance, excellent battery life, and better portability for everyday use. The Inspiron 16 5630 also runs quieter with better heat management, making it a more comfortable choice for general use despite having a lesser quality screen compared to the brilliant display of the Zephyrus M16.
Content Creation
8.2/10
8.1/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 are both very good for content creation.
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
7.7/10
7.9/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 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."
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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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