The ASUS Vivobook 16X, while more expensive, offers superior graphics with an Nvidia RTX 4060, great for 3D work, machine learning, and gaming. The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is less expensive and provides good general performance with ample storage, but its integrated Vega graphics are less powerful for graphical tasks. Both laptops have quality displays and similar physical dimensions, but the ASUS has a higher refresh rate display which is beneficial for fast motion clarity, making it suitable for gaming and video editing, whereas the Dell has longer battery life, making it more suitable for on-the-go use without frequent charging. 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 5635
Very good for general use
Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.7/10
6.3/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
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 5635 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is well-suited for gaming and 3D applications because it comes with a powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU capable of hardware ray tracing and high frame rates, plus a high screen refresh rate, which is crucial for smooth visuals. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 16 5635's fair performance in gaming and 3D tasks stems from its integrated AMD Vega 8 GPU, which is less powerful for this use, and a lower screen refresh rate which might not be as fluid during intense gaming sessions.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
7.3/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
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 5635 is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X stands out for engineering and design due to its powerful Intel i7 processor and Nvidia RTX GPU which are well-suited for demanding computational tasks, whereas the Dell Inspiron 16 5635, though good, relies on an AMD Ryzen 7 processor with integrated Vega 8 graphics that are less robust for intensive work.
Screen Quality
7.3/10
6.6/10
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
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 5635 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X offers a sharp resolution and ample brightness, making it pleasant for reading and productivity tasks, which are typical in general use, while its comprehensive color gamut enhances accuracy for engineering and design work. However, its lower refresh rate can detract from the smooth visuals preferred in gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 16 5635, while serviceable across the board with acceptable resolution and brightness for day-to-day tasks as well as decent color reproduction for professional work, does not excel in any particular area, including the fast-paced visuals in gaming due to a similarly modest refresh rate.
Battery
5.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has 5 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 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
$1,200
$735
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a price of $1,200 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 costs $735.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5635 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X offers robust performance suited for a variety of tasks, with a powerful CPU and dedicated graphics, but it's hindered by shorter battery life and a standard screen resolution, impacting its overall usability while on the move.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.9/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and ASUS Vivobook 16X 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
7.4/10
7.7/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 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
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and ASUS Vivobook 16X both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and Dell Inspiron 16 5635 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 5635 compare to other laptops
"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."
"Compared to the previous year’s Inspiron, Dell upgraded the screen aspect ratio on this generation, but also transitioned to a more minimalistic centered keyboard flanked by up-firing speakers. The 16-inch screen is huge plus and I really appreciate the extra real estate without sacrificing the footprint much. This year’s model is a little larger than last, though, as the former model was already very small for a 15 incher."
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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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