The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is pricier, but packs more power with higher specs like a top-end Intel i9 processor and Nvidia RTX Graphics, suited for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, and engineering tasks. Its dual-screen OLED display is vivid and sharp, but this also makes the laptop heavier and less portable. In comparison, Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is more affordable with modest performance suitable for general use, courtesy of the AMD Ryzen processor and integrated graphics. It has a simpler single-screen IPS display and is lighter, enhancing portability. Battery life is also a consideration, with the Inspiron likely lasting longer than the high-performance ASUS on a single charge. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15
Excellent for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
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 Duo 15.
Key differences
General Use
8.5/10
8.0/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
332.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 and Dell Inspiron 16 5635 are both very good for general use, though the ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 boasts a high-end CPU and ample RAM, making multitasking smooth and efficient, with an OLED screen offering vibrant colors and true blacks, though its heavier weight and lower battery life affect portability. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 16 5635, with a capable CPU for everyday tasks, sufficient RAM, and an IPS screen with good resolution and color accuracy, strikes a balance between performance and portability, providing longer battery life and lighter design but may not handle intensive workloads as fluidly as the ASUS.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.3/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is only fair.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 offers superior gaming and 3D performance primarily due to its high-end Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU, which far outstrips the Dell Inspiron 16 5635's integrated AMD Ryzen 7 7730U Vega 8 graphics. Additionally, while both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, the ASUS ZenBook's OLED display has a significantly higher pixel density for sharper images compared to the Dell Inspiron's IPS display.
Engineering and Design
9.0/10
7.3/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is excellent for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is good.
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
8.7/10
7.9/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 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.
Software Development
8.3/10
7.7/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is 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.
Screen Quality
8.3/10
6.6/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
332.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro Duo 15 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15's superior resolution and brightness, paired with an advanced panel type, offer sharper and clearer visuals, whereas the Dell Inspiron 16 5635's fair screen quality provides decent but less vibrant and sharp images. During engineering and design tasks, the ZenBook's coverage of professional color gamuts ensures accurate color reproduction crucial for precise work, a feature that the Inspiron's screen lacks to the same extent. Gamers and 3D designers, however, may find both lacking due to the lesser refresh rates that are not ideal for the smooth motion required in high-paced gaming or fluid 3D rendering.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro Duo 15 has 7 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
7.6/10
7.0/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 and Dell Inspiron 16 5635 both have good build quality, though the ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,000
$735
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 has a price of $2,000 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 costs $735.
"Benchmarks aside, the Asus ZenBook Pro Duo is hard to compare with other PCs. Its closest competition may be a multi-monitor desktop, or a laptop with an attached travel monitor. The Pro Duo is more portable and versatile than either of those options, especially with the software tools Asus has thrown on top. For a certain niche of artists, media creators, and gamers, all that might add up to something special, even if it’s unattainable for the rest of us."
"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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