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Updated January 12, 2024·
When you choose the Dell Inspiron 16 5620, you're investing in a laptop with more storage and memory, resulting in smoother multitasking and better performance for more intensive tasks compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14". The Dell's processor is stronger and it has a higher-quality display, which means it's well-suited for work that requires good color and visual detail, and its overall performance is superior. Its larger screen provides more workspace but makes it heavier and less portable than the Lenovo. On the other hand, the Lenovo is lighter and therefore more portable, but with less power and a lower quality display, it's mainly suited to basic tasks like web browsing, office applications, and streaming. Battery life will also be a consideration; the Dell has a more enduring battery compared to the Lenovo's, which will benefit those who need to work away from a power source for extended periods. Ultimately, if you're looking for a laptop that can handle more demanding software and multitasking, the Dell is a better choice, whereas if you need something more cost-effective for lighter use and highly value portability, the Lenovo may suffice. 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 Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.7
6.1
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 offers a superior CPU, more RAM, and a higher quality screen compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14", making it better for general use, while the Lenovo falls short with a less powerful CPU, less RAM, and a lower quality screen which may limit performance and user experience for everyday tasks. Additionally, the Dell has a larger, higher resolution screen and longer battery life, enhancing its suitability for various tasks, whereas the Lenovo's smaller storage capacity and shorter battery life are limitations for users requiring more resources and longer unplugged usage.
Gaming and AI
6.2
5.5
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
10.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 offers better gaming and 3D capabilities due to its more powerful Intel Iris Xe graphics, compared to the less capable Intel UHD Graphics 600 in the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14". Both laptops have similar 60Hz screen refresh rates, but the Dell's better GPU and potentially higher screen quality contribute to its superior performance in gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.0
5.5
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 Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is equipped with a higher-end processor, more RAM, and better integrated graphics, which are crucial for demanding engineering and design software, and it offers a larger, higher-resolution IPS screen that provides clearer and more color-accurate visuals than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14".
Content Creation
7.6
6.2
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
TN
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
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
6.4
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
6.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
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
5.3
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When choosing laptops, the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 offers decent visibility and clarity for everyday tasks due to its satisfactory resolution and brightness, but it may not provide the most vivid colors for precise engineering and design work, and its standard refresh rate holds it back for high-end gaming or 3D rendering. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14", with lower resolution and brightness, might struggle to provide clear and comfortable viewing for daily activities, and it lacks the color accuracy and range required for detailed engineering graphics; additionally, its slower refresh rate can hinder the gaming and 3D experience. If your work or hobbies require accurate color representation or fast-paced visuals, these limitations are critical to consider.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
6.0
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$500
$150
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has a price of $500 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" costs $150.
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Key similarities
Battery
8.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" 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.
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How the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Inspiron 16 5620 | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $150 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 12.9'' x 9.3'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 12.88" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 9.25" | |
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 | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 32 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 239 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 8.3/10 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
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 | 1 | |
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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Tom Brant | August 2021
"The IdeaPad 1 14 is a simple machine, but it’s well-designed and has nearly everything you’d expect from a no-nonsense laptop that allows you to check emails and get schoolwork or other light tasks done with relative ease. A "true" 128GB SSD (as opposed to an eMMC drive) and a roomy 14-inch full HD display are arguably the star attractions, with the comfortable keyboard and reasonably modern styling playing important backup roles."
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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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