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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers higher performance for intensive tasks due to its more powerful processor, making it suitable for engineering and demanding applications. However, it is less portable with a heavier weight and a slightly smaller screen, which may affect your experience if you require a larger display or intend to carry the laptop frequently. The Dell Inspiron 16 5630, on the other hand, offers a balance between performance and ease of use, with a larger screen for better multitasking and media consumption. It is also a newer model, which might suggest improved features and longer support. Both laptops have the same amount of storage and memory, display quality, battery performance, and come with Windows 11 Pro. Consider your primary use - if it's for performance-intensive tasks, consider the Inspiron 14 Plus; if you prefer a larger screen and potentially newer features, the Inspiron 16 5630 may be more suitable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
- 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
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.0
6.8
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
326.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 for general use, and engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a better screen for software development.
If you prioritize a vibrant, crisp display for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos, both the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and 16 5630 with their good resolution and brightness will serve you well. For engineering and design work where accurate color representation matters, the same Dell models will likely satisfy your needs as they cover a wide color gamut. However, for gaming and 3D applications that benefit from smoother motion and quick screen updates, the lower refresh rates of these laptops may not deliver the most fluid visual experience.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has 6 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.
Cost
$1,200
$849
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a price of $1,200 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 costs $849.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
8.2
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
326.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5630 to be very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 stands out for general use primarily because of its larger screen, slightly longer battery life, and its exceptional heat management that hints at improved comfort during extended use. The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus, while also being highly capable, offers a higher resolution display and better portability due to its smaller size and lower weight, but its shorter battery life and slightly inferior heat management may impact longer sessions of use.
Gaming and AI
6.6
6.5
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is better for gaming and 3D because it features a more powerful GPU and a higher-performing CPU compared to the Dell Inspiron 16 5630, which has a GPU and CPU that are less suited for high-intensity tasks. Both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, but the superior GPU and CPU in the Inspiron 14 Plus make it more adept at handling gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.8
7.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers a balance between power and portability for engineering and design with a high-resolution screen and a strong CPU, although the smaller screen may be a drawback for some tasks. Meanwhile, the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 provides a larger screen and silent operation, which can be advantageous for extended design sessions, but it's slightly heavier, making it less portable.
Content Creation
7.9
8.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5630 to be very good for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 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
7.7
7.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 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
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 14 Plus to have very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.0
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 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 Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 Plus | Dell Inspiron 16 5630 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,200 | $849 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 4.28 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 14.05" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 9.91" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-1360P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 326 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 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 | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Allen Ngo | August 2022
"The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is for power users on a budget. If you're looking to maximize CPU and GPU performance on your next 14-inch laptop, then consider the pricier Razer Blade 14 or Asus Zephyrus G14. If you're looking for a thin-and-light 14-inch Ultrabook, then the Asus Zenbook 14 or LG Gram 14 may be better options. For the best of both worlds, however, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420 rides a fine line between extreme performance and portability while keeping prices at reasonable levels. Frequent travelers who rely on performance beyond what the Core U-series and integrated graphics series can offer will find the Dell to be a solid solution."
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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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