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Updated January 12, 2024·
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 will be a better choice for gaming and graphically intensive tasks due to its dedicated AMD graphics card, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630, with its Intel integrated graphics, will handle general use and lighter workloads comfortably. However, the Inspiron 16 5630 is lighter and slimmer, offering better portability, and it features a fanless design which implies silent operation. If extensive storage is important for you, the Dell Inspiron offers more built-in storage space. For operating systems, consider that the ASUS comes with Windows 11 Home and the Dell with Windows 11 Pro, the latter of which has additional business-oriented features. Both have their strengths, so your choice should align with whether performance in demanding applications or portability and quiet operation is your priority. 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 5630
- Very good for general use
- Very good for content creation
- Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.6
8.2
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 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 5630 is very good for general use, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 offers robust performance for general use with a substantial battery capacity and a higher refresh rate screen, but it's heavier and has a lesser battery life compared to the Dell Inspiron 16 5630, which delivers good processing power in a lighter, more portable package with a brighter screen and significantly quieter operation. Despite both having similar CPU and RAM capabilities, the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 pulls ahead in portability and screen quality, which are key aspects of general use, at the expense of shorter battery life and less storage compared to the ASUS.
Gaming and AI
7.4
6.5
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
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 5630 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 offers a high-screen refresh rate and a more powerful GPU, which means smoother visuals and better performance in gaming and 3D applications, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630, with its lower screen refresh rate and less powerful integrated GPU, provides a more modest gaming and 3D experience.
Content Creation
7.6
8.1
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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.
Software Development
7.3
7.9
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
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 5630 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for software development, though the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
7.5
6.8
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 both offer displays with ample resolution and brightness, making text sharp and visibility clear in various lighting conditions, which users appreciate for everyday tasks. Engineers and designers would find the color accuracy and range of these laptops' screens adequate for detailed and color-sensitive work due to their coverage of professional color gamuts. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short as their refresh rates are not as high as dedicated gaming laptops, resulting in less fluid motion and responsiveness during fast-paced scenes.
Battery
12.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 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
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 both have good portability, though the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
Engineering and Design
7.7
7.7
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16, with its AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and RX 7600S GPU, offers robust performance for engineering and design tasks, further supported by a high-refresh-rate screen that's beneficial for smooth visuals. The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a more portable design and a brighter screen, but uses an Intel i7 CPU and integrated Iris Xe graphics, which may provide less graphic processing power compared to the ASUS, making it a tradeoff between mobility and performance.
Build Quality
7.2
7.0
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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.
Cost
$838
$849
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $838 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 costs $849.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS TUF Gaming A16 | Dell Inspiron 16 5630 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$838 | $849 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.97'' | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 4.28 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 14.05" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 9.91" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | 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 | 512 GB | 1024 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 | 300 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 | 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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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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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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