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Updated January 10, 2024·
When comparing the ASUS Vivobook 16X to the Dell Inspiron 16 5620, consider the following tradeoffs: The Vivobook 16X, although more expensive, offers better general, 3D/machine learning, and engineering performance due to a more powerful processor and graphics card. It is also suitable for intensive gaming. However, this comes at the cost of shorter battery life. The Inspiron, on the other hand, is more affordable and offers longer battery life, but has lower performance as it uses a less powerful processor and integrated graphics. Both have similar portability, but if you prioritize high performance and gaming, the Vivobook 16X is the better option. For budget-conscious users or those needing longer battery life for general use, the Inspiron 16 5620 is advisable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16X
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5620
- Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.7
6.2
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is good for gaming and 3D because it includes a Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU which is powerful for these tasks and a screen with a high refresh rate of 120 Hz; whereas, the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is only fair as it uses the Intel Iris Xe graphics, which are less powerful, and has a standard refresh rate of 60 Hz.
Engineering and Design
8.2
7.0
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is favored for engineering and design because it has a higher-end CPU and dedicated GPU, which make it more suitable for demanding software tasks, and a better screen quality which is crucial for designing work. The Dell Inspiron 16 5620, while still good for engineering and design, is equipped with a mid-range CPU and integrated GPU, prioritizing a balance between performance and portability.
Screen Quality
7.3
6.2
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X's display offers a balance of resolution and brightness that satisfies general computing tasks and detailed work required in engineering and design, but its lower refresh rate diminishes the experience for gaming and 3D work, where smooth motion is crucial. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 provides adequate resolution and brightness for day-to-day activities and technical applications, but similar to the ASUS, it lacks the high refresh rate gamers seek for a fluid visual experience. Additionally, both models might not cover the color gamut spectrum extensively, therefore while satisfactory for engineering and design, professionals needing utmost color accuracy might find them lacking.
Battery
5.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has 5 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.
Cost
$1,000
$500
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a price of $1,000 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
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and ASUS Vivobook 16X are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is well-regarded for general use due to its powerful Intel i7 processor and dedicated Nvidia graphics, providing strong performance and good screen quality, but it's slightly heavier and has a shorter battery life compared to the Dell Inspiron 16 5620, which has a lower-power Intel i5 processor with integrated graphics, making it more portable and offering a longer battery life, but it may not handle resource-intensive tasks as efficiently. Both laptops have similar screen size and resolution, ample RAM, and sufficient storage for everyday tasks, making them practical for general usage, while the ASUS may appeal to those requiring more graphical power and the Dell to those valuing longer use on a single charge and easier carrying.
Content Creation
7.7
7.6
9.0/10
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 Vivobook 16X 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
7.4
7.5
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and ASUS Vivobook 16X 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
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and ASUS Vivobook 16X both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
7.0
The ASUS Vivobook 16X 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 Vivobook 16X and the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Vivobook 16X | Dell Inspiron 16 5620 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.8'' x 0.74'' | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.25 lbs | 4.12 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.12" | 14.05" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.81" | 9.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i5-1235U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 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 | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 300 nits | 265 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | 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 | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Kok Kee | February 2023
"I think the ASUS Vivobook 16X is fantastic. Great performance, decent battery life, good keyboard and trackpad, and a massive screen – just that the screen quality itself is kinda subpar. If you’re okay with the screen, then I think this is an okay laptop. However, I’d like to see a price drop."
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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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