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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is excellent for creative professionals and those who need high performance and a top-tier screen; it has a powerful processor, lots of RAM, and high-quality display but at a higher price and with modest battery life. It's less portable due to its weight. The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is more budget-friendly, offers a solid processor and sufficient RAM for general use, with better battery life and lighter weight for portability. However, its performance in intensive tasks like 3D rendering and engineering may not match the ASUS, and its display might not be as vibrant or crisp. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5635
- The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has no clear advantages over the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo.
Key differences
General Use
8.6
8.0
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
357.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo and Dell Inspiron 16 5635 are both very good for general use, though the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is somewhat better.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo has a high-quality OLED touch screen and a powerful Intel i7 processor coupled with substantial RAM, which serves a smooth and vibrant experience for general use, although its battery life is shorter than the Dell Inspiron 16 5635, which offers a blend of performance with its AMD Ryzen 7 processor and decent RAM, a good screen, and longer battery life, making it reliable for everyday tasks with the added benefit of being quieter due to excellent heat management. Both laptops are close in terms of portability, with the ASUS being slightly lighter and slimmer, but the Dell offers a larger screen which may be preferable for those who prioritize screen real estate over portability and weight.
Engineering and Design
8.5
7.3
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is good.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo excels in engineering and design use due to its powerful Intel i7 processor, high amount of RAM, and superior OLED screen quality which outperforms the Dell Inspiron 16 5635's AMD Ryzen 7 processor, lesser RAM, and IPS screen, making the ASUS better suited for intensive tasks that require higher performance and screen fidelity. While the Dell offers quieter operation and better portability, these factors are less critical for engineering and design where the ASUS's power, display, and color accuracy take precedence.
Content Creation
8.6
7.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 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
8.6
6.6
14.5in
SIZE
16.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
357.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo's superior resolution and brightness, along with its panel type, make it outstanding for general use, offering crisp, clear visuals that are easy on the eyes in various lighting conditions. For engineering and design tasks, this laptop's coverage of color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB ensures accurate color reproduction, vital for professionals who rely on color fidelity. However, its lower refresh rate limits its appeal for gaming and 3D applications, where smoother, more responsive visuals are critical for an immersive experience.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo has 6 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.
Build Quality
7.6
7.0
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo and Dell Inspiron 16 5635 both have good build quality, though the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,299
$700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo has a price of $1,299 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 costs $700.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.3
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo and Dell Inspiron 16 5635 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is better for gaming and 3D because it has a higher screen refresh rate and a stronger GPU compared to the Dell Inspiron 16 5635, which contributes significantly to gaming performance. The Dell Inspiron, on the other hand, has a fair performance for gaming and 3D tasks but is held back due to a lower refresh rate and less powerful GPU.
Software Development
8.2
7.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo to be very good for software development, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is good.
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
14.5in
SIZE
16.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo and Dell Inspiron 16 5635 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo and the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo | Dell Inspiron 16 5635 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,299 | $700 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.9'' x 0.77'' | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.72'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | 4.19 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.74" | 14.05" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.85" | 9.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 76 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14.5" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 357 nits | 265 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.6/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | 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 | N/A | |
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ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo
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Dominic Bayley | December 2022
"The Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED is a well-tuned instrument for content creators, excelling at a range of general office tasks as well as tasks that require a little more grunt like encoding and 3D rendering. The big attraction is the laptop’s dual displays. They’re the best ones we’ve used in an Asus Zenbook Duo laptop to date with a spate of year-on-year improvements that make the visuals more striking and the cross-screen integration easier than ever before."
Dell Inspiron 16 5635
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Derek Sullivan | January 2023
"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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