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Updated January 10, 2024·
For better performance in tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 stands out with its potent AMD processor and dedicated GPU, at a higher price point and it includes gaming laptop features. However, it's heavier and has a shorter battery life than the Dell Inspiron 16 5620, which is more budget-friendly, lighter, and offers silent operation with a longer battery life for general use. Both have the same screen size and resolution, but the ASUS may have an edge in color precision and refresh rate, a consideration for those engaging in graphics-intensive tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5620
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.4
6.2
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 provides better gaming and 3D performance primarily because of its AMD RX 7600S GPU, which is more capable than the Dell Inspiron 16 5620's integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, and it also boasts a higher screen refresh rate for smoother visuals.
Engineering and Design
7.7
7.0
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 are both good for engineering and design, though the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is somewhat better.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is well-suited for engineering and design due to its robust AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and dedicated AMD RX 7600S GPU, which offer strong performance for computational tasks and graphics rendering, as well as its high-quality IPS display with a refresh rate that makes for smoother visuals. In comparison, the Dell Inspiron 16 5620, though still suitable for engineering with an Intel i5 CPU and Iris Xe integrated graphics, offers less graphical power but benefits from better portability and virtually silent operation, making it a better choice for on-the-go professionals who value a quieter environment.
Screen Quality
7.5
6.2
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
When selecting a laptop, consider the ASUS TUF Gaming A16, which offers a well-balanced screen that provides a clear and bright display for everyday tasks and is suitable for engineering tasks due to its wide color gamut, enhancing detail and color accuracy. However, its lower refresh rate may detract from the gaming and 3D modeling experience where smoother motion and quicker response times are key. Conversely, the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 provides an adequate display for both general use and engineering with sufficient clarity and color representation, yet it falls short for gaming and 3D purposes for similar reasons as the ASUS, primarily the less optimal refresh rate.
Battery
12.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 both have good portability, though the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$838
$500
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $838 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 costs $500.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.7
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16, with its high-performance AMD processor and dedicated AMD GPU, is well-suited for general use, offering ample power and good screen quality, but it's less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to the Dell. The Dell Inspiron 16 5620, on the other hand, offers a balance of portability with its lightweight design and longer battery life but relies on a less powerful Intel processor with integrated graphics, making it sufficient for everyday tasks yet not as equipped for more demanding applications.
Content Creation
7.6
7.6
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 are both 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
7.3
7.5
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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 A16 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 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 A16 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS TUF Gaming A16 | Dell Inspiron 16 5620 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$838 | $500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.97'' | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 4.12 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 14.05" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 9.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | Intel i5-1235U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 265 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7/10 | 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 | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
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 Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Dominic Bayley | May 2023
"The A16 makes an excellent case against more expensive laptops like the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 and the MSI Katana GF76, especially if you’re into 1080p gaming. However, although its affordable, it doesn’t skimp on performance or a robust chassis. But for me, the biggest factor that sets it apart from these options is its incredible battery life. In my time reviewing laptops, I can’t remember when I last saw a gaming laptop lasted 11 and a half hours on a single charge, which makes the A16, in my book, truly outstanding."
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Brett Venter | January 2023
"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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