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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 boasts a more powerful processor, higher RAM, and larger storage, making it well suited for tasks like engineering or content creation. It has a larger screen with better resolution, which is good for multitasking and design work, but it is heavier and less portable. The Gateway 11.6" is cheaper, with a smaller screen and lower resolution, suited for basic tasks like web browsing and document editing. It is lighter and more portable, but with less power, it's not ideal for intensive tasks. Consider your primary use and need for portability against the cost and performance required. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5620
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
- Excellent portability
Key differences
General Use
7.7
5.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.1/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 provides a better general-use experience because it has a more powerful CPU, greater RAM capacity, and higher screen quality, making it suitable for multitasking and clear visuals. Meanwhile, the Gateway 11.6" has a weaker CPU, less RAM, and lower screen resolution, affecting its overall performance and limiting its capability for various applications.
Gaming and AI
6.2
5.4
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
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
5.4
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is equipped with a more powerful Intel i5 processor, higher RAM, and better graphics (Intel Iris Xe), along with a larger and higher resolution screen, making it well-suited for engineering and design tasks. On the other hand, the Gateway 11.6" has a lower-tier Intel Celeron processor, less RAM, and less powerful graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 600), combined with a smaller and lower resolution screen, rendering it less capable for demanding applications associated with engineering and design.
Content Creation
7.6
5.7
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good for content creation, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
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
5.7
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good for software development, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
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
6.2
5.7
16.0in
SIZE
11.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has a better screen than the Gateway 11.6" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 offers satisfactory visuals for general activities due to its decent resolution and brightness, making everyday tasks comfortable to view, but the moderate color accuracy affects its suitability for design work and the average refresh rate diminishes the gaming experience. On the other hand, the Gateway 11.6" struggles across all categories because its lower resolution and reduced brightness can lead to a less crisp and vibrant display for general use, and its limited color range and slow refresh rate aren't ideal for detailed engineering design or smooth 3D graphics performance in gaming. Thus, while the Dell provides an acceptable compromise for general use, none of these models excel in specialized tasks requiring superior color fidelity or high-speed frame rendering.
Portability
Good
Excellent
16.0in
SIZE
11.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 11.6" has excellent portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
5.1
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has good build quality, while the Gateway 11.6" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$500
$89
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has a price of $500 and the Gateway 11.6" costs $89.
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Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has 8 hours of battery life. The Gateway 11.6" 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.
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How the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and the Gateway 11.6" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5620 | Gateway 11.6" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $89 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 11'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 2.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 7.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 64 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 11.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 9.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 0 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
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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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.
About Gateway
Gateway is a laptop and tablet brand owned by Acer which sells budget-friendly laptops exclusively through Walmart. It was previously an American computer company until its acquisition by Acer in 2007, who then revived the brand in 2020. Gateway laptops are manufactured by Chinese company Shenzhen Bmorn Technology, which also makes EVOO-branded models.
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