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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you prioritize higher storage capacity and a slightly larger screen size for tasks like multitasking or consuming media, the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 may be a better pick, especially considering its lower price. The Dell model also has an advantage in longer battery life, which could be beneficial if you need to use the laptop on the go without frequent charging. However, if you prefer more robust graphics performance for light gaming or creative tasks, then the ASUS Zenbook 14X, with its dedicated graphics card, could be the better option, despite its higher cost. The ASUS also features an OLED screen with higher resolution, which offers superior visual quality but may also consume more battery power. Keep in mind that the ASUS is lighter and may be more portable, but the Dell offers a lower price point with compelling features for everyday use and professional tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good portability
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5630
- Very good for general use
- Very good for content creation
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.6
8.2
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
339.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X is good.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is rated very good for general use because it offers a larger screen, longer battery life, and quieter operation, despite being heavier and having a lower-resolution screen compared to the ASUS Zenbook 14X, which also has a better screen quality but a shorter battery life and is more portable due to its lower weight.
Content Creation
7.6
8.1
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X 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.
Screen Quality
8.3
6.8
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
339.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X 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.
For general use, the ASUS Zenbook 14X offers a vibrant display with high resolution and brightness, making it excellent for tasks like web browsing, watching videos, and document editing, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630's display also provides clear and bright visuals, but with a slightly less impressive color range and sharpness. In the realm of engineering and design, the Zenbook 14X's superior color coverage with wide color gamuts ensures precise color accuracy essential for professional photo editing and graphic design, whereas the Inspiron 16 5630, while capable, doesn't quite match the ASUS in color fidelity. However, for gaming and 3D work, both laptops fall short due to their lower refresh rates, which can't deliver the smooth motion required by high-speed gaming or intensive 3D rendering, despite both having decent resolution and panel technology.
Battery
5.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has 5.5 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
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.0
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 both have good build quality, though the ASUS Zenbook 14X has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$777
$849
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a price of $777 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 costs $849.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.5
6.5
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and ASUS Zenbook 14X are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X is better suited for gaming and 3D applications than the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 primarily because it has a dedicated Nvidia MX550 GPU with higher refresh rates, whereas the Dell relies on integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and has a standard refresh rate, which may not be as smooth for gaming. Additionally, both machines have capable CPUs and decent-quality screens, but the GPU and refresh rate give the ASUS a distinct advantage for these tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.7
7.7
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 both have high-quality CPUs and ample RAM for demanding engineering and design applications, but the ASUS Zenbook stands out with its dedicated Nvidia GPU and superior OLED screen for greater color accuracy and contrast, which is crucial for design work. While both laptops are somewhat portable, the Dell Inspiron has a larger screen for more workspace, though this comes with a tradeoff in weight and a less vivid IPS display compared to the ASUS's OLED panel.
Software Development
7.4
7.9
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and ASUS Zenbook 14X 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.
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Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook 14X | Dell Inspiron 16 5630 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$777 | $849 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 4.28 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.25" | 14.05" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.71" | 9.91" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1260P | Intel i7-1360P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 63 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 90Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 339 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 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 | 6.5/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 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 | 4 | 4 | |
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Sebastian Jentsch | April 2022
"With the Zenbook 14X, Asus has a 14-incher in its range that is - mostly - a joy to use. First, there is the colorful OLED panel with 3K resolution that displays the sRGB and DCI-P3 color spaces. The Zenbook is also at the forefront in terms of workmanship, input devices and connections with 2x Thunderbolt 4 ports and a generous keyboard layout. A pleasure to use, the Zenbook 14X is a solid, very well-built subnotebook that sits well on the table. A runtime of five hours, however, is below average for a high-end subnotebook nowadays. The OLED screensaver causes increased power consumption when in idle mode."
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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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