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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620, being less expensive, offers a larger screen and similar performance to the Dell Latitude 5530. However, the Latitude 5530 is more portable due to its lighter weight, and it has a higher battery capacity for longer usage times. The Latitude also has additional features like more display outputs, a Thunderbolt port, and is positioned as a business laptop, indicating robust build and security features. Choose the Inspiron if you want a larger screen and are budget-conscious. Opt for the Latitude if you're looking for better portability, battery life, and business-oriented features despite a slightly higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5620
- Good for engineering and design
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5530
- The Dell Latitude 5530 has no clear advantages over the Dell Inspiron 16 5620.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2
6.3
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5530 for content creation.
For general use, both the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and the Dell Latitude 5530 offer satisfactory screen quality with panels that provide adequate resolution and brightness, making them suitable for tasks like web browsing, document editing, and video streaming. Regarding engineering and design, the fair screen quality on both laptops indicates they have reasonable color accuracy and cover a decent range of color gamuts, necessary for precision work, although professionals might seek displays with wider color spaces. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates on these laptops imply that fast-moving visuals may not appear as smooth, and while the resolution and panel type are serviceable, more demanding gamers and 3D designers often prefer screens with higher refresh rates for an enhanced visual experience.
Cost
$500
$919
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has a price of $500 and the Dell Latitude 5530 costs $919.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and Dell Latitude 5530 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 offers a slightly larger screen, more storage, and quiet operation, which are advantageous for multitasking and media consumption, while the Dell Latitude 5530 has a professional look, better portability with its lower weight, and longer battery life which suits on-the-go use by professionals. Both laptops have similar quality displays, RAM, and CPUs that ensure they perform well in everyday tasks, with the Latitude leaning more towards business users and the Inspiron towards multimedia users.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and Dell Latitude 5530 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and Dell Latitude 5530 are fair for gaming and 3D because both have moderate integrated graphics and standard screen refresh rates, which are adequate for casual gaming but may not deliver the optimal experience for intense gaming sessions or complex 3D tasks. Additionally, while their CPUs and screen quality are decent, they don't match the high standards dedicated gaming or professional 3D laptops usually offer.
Engineering and Design
7.0
6.9
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
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5620 to be good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5530 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620's larger screen with a higher resolution and aspect ratio, along with a decent CPU and integrated graphics, makes it suitable for engineering and design tasks that demand ample screen real estate and good visual clarity.
Content Creation
7.6
7.4
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and Dell Latitude 5530 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
7.3
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and Dell Latitude 5530 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
9.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5530 has 9 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
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and Dell Latitude 5530 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5530 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 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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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5620 | Dell Latitude 5530 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $919 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 14.1'' x 9.2'' x 0.87'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | Intel i5-1245U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 58 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 286 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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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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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