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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is generally less expensive and offers better battery life, more RAM for smoother multitasking, and has a touch larger screen with a higher resolution that can be more suitable for productivity due to its 16:10 aspect ratio, making it useful for tasks like document editing and web browsing. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" is slightly more portable due to its lesser weight, provides a touchscreen for ease of use, and has a slightly better portability score, making it convenient for carrying around. If your work involves more complex tasks like 3D rendering or machine learning, the IdeaPad's AMD Ryzen processor with Vega graphics offers marginally better performance in these areas compared to the Dell's processor and integrated graphics. If you need a laptop with a numpad and backlit keyboard, the IdeaPad offers these features, while the Dell does not have a numpad and its backlit keyboard is only available in white. The IdeaPad also has a fingerprint reader, adding a layer of security which the Dell lacks. Both laptops are not designed for intensive gaming despite supporting light gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5620
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15"
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2
6.4
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" have similar screen quality.
For general use, both the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" offer decent screen quality with satisfactory resolution and brightness, but they may not have the superior panel type that enhances viewing experience. In engineering and design, while these laptops provide fair screen quality, professionals seeking precise color work could find the color gamut coverage lacking, as high fidelity color representation is critical. Lastly, for gaming and 3D work where smooth visuals are key, the refresh rate on both laptops is lower than preferred, and although they have fair resolution and panel types, they fall short for a premium gaming or 3D animation experience.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has 10 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.
Build Quality
7.0
6.0
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$500
$741
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has a price of $500 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" costs $741.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.3
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 with a larger screen, higher RAM, and a solid CPU provides ample power for multitasking and comfortable viewing, making it good for general use, even if it's less portable and has a shorter battery life than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" which offers solid performance with a good CPU and has a touchscreen feature, making it highly portable with longer battery life, also suitable for general use. Both laptops possess quality keyboards and sufficient storage, though the Lenovo stands out with better heat management and silent operation.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.1
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
9.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" 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
6.6
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5620 to be good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is better suited for engineering and design due to its larger RAM capacity, which is crucial for complex tasks, and its higher screen resolution that can offer a more detailed and clearer image for precision work, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has less RAM, which might limit performance in demanding applications, and a lower screen resolution, although its lighter weight and ultra-quiet operation make it a compelling option for users prioritizing portability and a distraction-free environment.
Content Creation
7.6
7.4
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" 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
5.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" 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
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 both have good portability.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5620 | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $741 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | March 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 3.57 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 14.18" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 9.29" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | AMD Ryzen 7 5700U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 12 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 42 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 | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
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 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
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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Alex Iliev | April 2023
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" is affordable and pretty efficient. At the end of the day, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 (15″, 2023) is one of the better affordable laptops money can buy right now. It has a decent performance, albeit coming from a CPU that is based on old architecture. Playing low-intensity games is possible but at low to medium settings. We are really happy with the cooling setup, but the main event here is the battery life. We got 9 hours of either Web browsing or video playback, which is a great result. Especially if you compare this device with the ASUS E410."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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