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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is typically a bit less expensive and has an Intel i5 processor with integrated graphics which is sufficient for general use and some light engineering tasks. However, for better performance in tasks such as 3D rendering or complex computations, the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 with its AMD Ryzen 7 processor and higher resolution display could serve you better, though it may cost a bit more. Both options have similar battery life and portability, and neither is ideal for intensive gaming. The 5635 also offers a fingerprint reader not available in the 5620. If your work demands sharper visuals and more processing power, consider the 5635, but for everyday tasks and a tighter budget, the 5620 is a viable choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5620
- The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has no clear advantages over the Dell Inspiron 16 5635.
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5635
- Very good for general use
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2
6.6
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and 5635 have displays that provide sufficient clarity and brightness suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and productivity applications, but they might not be as sharp or vibrant as higher-end panels. In the context of engineering and design, where accurate color reproduction is crucial, these laptops offer fair performance but lack the wider color gamuts found in professional-grade screens, possibly leading to less precise color work. When it comes to gaming and 3D, their refresh rates are lower than what's preferred for smooth motion rendering, and while they have an adequate resolution and panel technology for casual play, serious gamers and 3D designers will find the performance lacking compared to specialized high-refresh-rate displays.
Cost
$500
$700
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has a price of $500 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 costs $700.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
8.0
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5635 to be very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is considered very good for general use because it offers a higher resolution screen and a more powerful AMD Ryzen 7 processor than the Dell Inspiron 16 5620, which enhances visual detail and overall performance. While both laptops have the same battery capacity and screen size, the 5635's higher screen resolution and slightly greater weight affect its portability marginally, but it compensates with improved speaker quality and the ability to recognize faces, which the 5620 lacks.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.3
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
7.0
7.3
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620, equipped with an Intel i5-1235U CPU and Iris Xe graphics, offers a solid foundation for engineering and design tasks, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5635, with a more recent AMD Ryzen 7 7730U CPU and Vega 8 GPU, provides sharper screen resolution which might be beneficial for detailed design work.
Content Creation
7.6
7.9
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 are both good for content creation.
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
7.5
7.7
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has 8 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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and Dell Inspiron 16 5635 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
7.0
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and Dell Inspiron 16 5635 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 16 5620 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5620 | Dell Inspiron 16 5635 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $700 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.72'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 4.19 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 14.05" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 9.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 265 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 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 | 10/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 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 | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Brett Venter | January 2023
"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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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 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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