Dell Inspiron 16 5620 vs Gigabyte Aero 17

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.

The Gigabyte Aero 17 offers superior performance for engineering and design due to its stronger CPU, high-end GPU, larger and higher-resolution screen, which is critical for such tasks, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has a mid-range CPU and integrated graphics which are less suitable for intensive work. However, the Dell Inspiron is more portable and quieter, which may benefit users who prioritize easy transportation and a quieter working environment.

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.

For general use, the Dell Inspiron's screen offers a balance of resolution and brightness, making it adequate for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming, but the Gigabyte Aero 17's superior resolution and brightness provide a more vivid and crisp display. In engineering and design, the Gigabyte Aero 17 stands out with its higher color accuracy, covering a wider range of the color spectrum essential for professional photo editing and graphic design, whereas the Dell Inspiron's limited color range may not display colors as true-to-life. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to their lower refresh rates, which can result in less smooth visuals during fast-paced action.

Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.

PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.

The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 comes with a capable processor suitable for everyday tasks, sufficient RAM for multitasking, a high-quality display, it's lightweight, enhancing portability, and has a decent battery life, striking a balance for general use. Conversely, the Gigabyte Aero 17 provides a more powerful CPU and high-end graphics card, a larger and better-quality screen with higher resolution, but it’s heavier and has a longer battery life, making it suitable not only for general use but also for more demanding tasks such as gaming and creative work.

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.