The ASUS Vivobook 17 is slightly less expensive and offers a larger 17.3-inch screen, but has lower storage capacity, less RAM, and a less powerful processor compared to the Dell Inspiron 16 5620. The Dell offers more storage, double the RAM, and a stronger processor, likely resulting in better performance for tasks like 3D rendering and engineering software. The Dell also has a longer battery life and is lighter, making it more portable. Both have similar screen quality, but the Dell's screen has a higher pixel density and a taller 16:10 aspect ratio, which benefits productivity tasks. If portability and performance are priorities, the Dell might suit you better, but if you prefer a larger screen and want to save money, consider the ASUS. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 17
The ASUS Vivobook 17 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
Good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
7.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
263.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both good for general use, though the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 offers more RAM and a more powerful CPU than the ASUS Vivobook 17, contributing to its higher ranking for general use; additionally, it has a better battery life and portability score which is advantageous for on-the-go usage. While both laptops have IPS screens with similar quality, the increased storage and overall improved performance specs of the Dell Inspiron make it a more favorable choice for general tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.0/10
6.2/10
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 17 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.0/10
7.6/10
6.2/10
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 17 are both good for content creation, though the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is somewhat better.
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
6.9/10
7.5/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 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
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
263.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 17 for content creation, and software development.
When choosing between the ASUS Vivobook 17 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 for general use, both have fair screen quality because they offer adequate resolution and brightness, making them suitable for daily tasks like browsing and video streaming. For engineering and design purposes, their fair screen quality is due to the ability to display a reasonable range of colors, although neither might offer the full spectrum found in high-end displays dedicated to professional color work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both fall short as they likely lack high refresh rates needed for smooth motion, plus their resolutions and panel types may not provide the visual clarity and responsiveness desired by enthusiasts.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has 6 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
$429
$500
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$300
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$500
$600
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The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a price of $429 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 costs $500.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
Both the ASUS Vivobook 17 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 are considered fair for gaming and 3D applications because of their integrated GPUs, which are adequate for light gaming but not for high-end games or advanced 3D tasks. While both laptops have a standard screen refresh rate typical for general use, neither is optimized for the higher refresh rates preferred in gaming or 3D scenarios; this, along with the GPU limitations, is why they are both classified as fair in these respects.
Portability
Good
Good
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and ASUS Vivobook 17 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5/10
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5620 to have good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 has only fair 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 17 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 compare to other laptops
"The ASUS Vivobook 17 is an affordable 17-inch laptop with passive cooling. On one hand, you get a really quiet and cool work device with a good system performance, many connections, good maintenance options, speakers acceptable for multimedia enjoyment, and a sharp and clear matte FHD IPS display with the Asus VivoBook 17 (F712JA). On the other hand, the USB-C port lacks Power Delivery and DisplayPort, and the display, a higher brightness and better color space coverage."
"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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