The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a midrange price and offers an AMD Ryzen processor with integrated graphics, making it suitable for everyday tasks and light gaming or content creation. However, it has less RAM than the Dell Inspiron 16 5620, which might limit performance during more intensive tasks. On the flip side, the Dell is a budget-friendly option that comes with more RAM and an Intel i5 processor with Iris Xe graphics, which is capable of handling general use and some demanding applications comfortably. The Dell also has a slightly larger and taller screen, providing more workspace. Both laptops have similar storage capacities and neither is designed with a dedicated focus on gaming. Therefore, the Dell might be a better choice if you require a laptop for a wide range of activities including some that require better performance, while the ASUS is suitable if you are looking for a device that's a little more affordable without major compromise on day-to-day use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has no clear advantages over the Dell Inspiron 16 5620.
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5620
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
7.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for general use, though the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is rated good for general use partly because it has a larger amount of RAM, which facilitates better multitasking and smoother operation, and its higher battery capacity supports longer use away from an outlet, making it more suitable for those needing to work on the go. While the ASUS Vivobook 15X offers fair general performance with decent screen quality, it has less RAM which can limit multitasking and a lower battery capacity, which may necessitate more frequent charging, impacting portability and convenience for all-day use.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.0/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 outperforms the ASUS Vivobook 15X in engineering and design due to its superior CPU, double the RAM, and a higher screen resolution, which translates to better multitasking capabilities, smoother engineering software operation, and crisper visuals. Additionally, the Dell has a more color-accurate screen and offers a quieter operating experience, which may be more comfortable for extended work sessions, although it is slightly less portable and heavier than the ASUS model.
Software Development
6.9/10
7.5/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
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
6.2/10
6.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 15X for content creation, and software development.
For general use, a laptop screen should be bright and clear, and both the ASUS Vivobook 15X and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 offer just that, but they don't excel in resolution or panel type which limits their screen quality. When it comes to engineering and design, the importance of accurate colors is crucial, and while these models provide decent color reproduction, they lack the wide color gamuts preferred by professionals in these fields. For gaming and 3D purposes, the lower refresh rates of these laptops are the primary drawback, as they fail to provide the smooth visuals that high refresh rate displays present, with their resolution and panel type offering a satisfactory but not ideal experience.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 are both considered fair for gaming and 3D tasks due to their integrated GPUs, the AMD Ryzen 5 7530U Vega 7 and the Intel i5-1235U Iris Xe respectively, which provide competent but not top-tier gaming performance. Furthermore, both laptops have standard screen refresh rates, which don't offer the smoothness sought by gaming and 3D rendering enthusiasts, but they do have decent screen quality that somewhat enhances the visual experience.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.6/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and ASUS Vivobook 15X 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has 8 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
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 15X 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.
Cost
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The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 costs $500.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 15X and the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 compare to other laptops
"All in all, my day on the Vivobook had its ups and downs. It is a really pretty and well-built device, and it had all of the functionality I needed to get me through my browser-based workload. But the speakers weren’t my favorite, and the battery life was just too short."
"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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