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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you prioritize high-performance gaming or need a laptop suitable for tasks that require more graphical power, the ASUS TUF Gaming A15, despite its higher cost, would be a better fit as it is designed for gaming and likely has a more powerful graphics card. However, it may also be heavier and have shorter battery life, making it less ideal for on-the-go usage. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 16 5630, while not as potent for gaming or intense graphical tasks, might offer a better balance between performance and portability at a more affordable price, making it suitable for general use and lighter engineering work. Additionally, the Dell might offer a longer battery life, which is beneficial if you need to use it for extended periods away from a power source. Since I don't have access to the features and specifications document you've uploaded due to a technical issue, please refer to the product information or user manual you have for specific details that could influence your decision based on the above considerations. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A15
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5630
- Very good for general use
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0
6.5
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 outperforms the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 in gaming and 3D applications because it has a more powerful GPU, the Nvidia RTX 4070, and a higher screen refresh rate of 144Hz, offering smoother visuals and better rendering for fast-paced games and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.2
7.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 outshines in engineering and design due to its superior AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU, which are crucial for demanding software, alongside a high refresh rate screen for smoother visuals, however, it falls behind in portability and has a less vivid screen. Meanwhile, the Dell Inspiron 16 5630, with its Intel CPU and integrated Iris Xe graphics, balances good performance for less demanding tasks and offers better screen quality, a lighter build, and quieter operation, making it more suitable for on-the-go users who value display and comfort over raw power.
Screen Quality
7.2
6.8
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 for general use, and gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a better screen for content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 offer screens with satisfactory brightness and resolution, making them suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. Due to their extended color gamut coverage, both laptops provide good screen quality for engineering and design, ensuring that colors are accurately represented for professional creative work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates of these laptops may result in less fluid motion and responsiveness, making them less ideal for fast-paced, visually demanding activities.
Battery
11.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has 11 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
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 both have good portability, though the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,650
$849
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a price of $1,650 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 costs $849.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
8.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
271.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5630 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 offers strong performance for general tasks with a solid CPU and dedicated graphics, which could also handle gaming, but its heftier build and shorter battery life compared to the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 may make it less ideal for on-the-go usage. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron provides very good general performance with an efficient processor, a brighter and slightly larger screen, and better battery life which enhances its portability, making it a more suitable choice for users prioritizing mobility and screen quality.
Content Creation
8.0
8.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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
7.6
7.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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.
Build Quality
7.2
7.0
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS TUF Gaming A15 | Dell Inspiron 16 5630 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,650 | $849 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 9.9'' x 0.93'' | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 4.28 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 14.05" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 9.91" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7940HS | Intel i7-1360P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 271 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Andreas Osthoff | June 2023
"With the release of the TUF Gaming A15, Asos have concentrated on the essentials: gaming performance. Our base version, which can be had for around $1,169, already provided enough power to play current games smoothly in a native resolution of 1080p and with maximum details - thanks to its new Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop. If you utilize upscaling, then you can even manage to run ray tracing."
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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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