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Updated January 12, 2024·
If your core concern is cost and your needs are basic, the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 could be the better choice as it's less expensive while offering more storage and memory, which is important for multitasking and data-heavy tasks. The Dell also has a processor that is suited for more demanding tasks and a higher resolution and larger screen which is beneficial for productivity and media consumption. On the other hand, the Maypug 15" Laptop offers lower performance due to its lesser storage, memory, and lower-tier processor, which could suffice for light usage such as web browsing and document editing but may struggle with more intensive tasks. Although the Maypug is lighter and thus more portable, it also has a smaller, lower-resolution screen which might affect the visual experience. If you frequently move around and need something lightweight or your tasks are quite light, the Maypug could be suitable, but for better overall performance, especially for more demanding applications, the Dell Inspirion seems preferable despite being heavier. 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 Maypug 15" Laptop
- The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Dell Inspiron 16 5620.
Key differences
General Use
7.7
5.8
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 outshines the Maypug 15" Laptop in general use with its stronger CPU, more RAM, higher resolution and quality screen, better battery life, and superior heat management. In contrast, the Maypug offers less storage capacity, less powerful hardware, a lower resolution screen, and suffers from poor speaker quality and build, which makes it less ideal for varied daily tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.2
5.6
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
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 offers fair performance in gaming and 3D tasks due to its Intel Iris Xe GPU, which is more capable than entry-level graphics, whereas the Maypug 15" Laptop is equipped with a less powerful Intel UHD Graphics which limits its performance in these demanding scenarios. Additionally, both laptops are limited by their 60Hz screen refresh rate; however, the Dell's better GPU and higher screen resolution give it an edge over the Maypug, which is further handicapped by its lower-tier CPU and screen quality.
Engineering and Design
7.0
5.6
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is well-suited for engineering and design due to its more powerful Intel i5 processor and Iris Xe graphics, alongside a higher resolution screen that offers better color accuracy and brightness. Conversely, the Maypug 15" Laptop's less capable Intel Celeron processor and basic UHD Graphics, paired with a lower resolution display, contribute to its poor performance in engineering and design tasks.
Content Creation
7.6
5.9
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop 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
5.9
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop 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
15.6in
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 Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you're focused on general tasks like browsing the web and working on documents, the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 offers a better experience due to its suitable resolution and brightness, ensuring comfortable usage for everyday tasks. For engineering and design work, the Dell also outperforms the Maypug since it likely has a wider color gamut, providing more accurate color representation which is crucial for detailed and color-critical work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops may not offer the ideal experience, but the Dell's fair screen may still be slightly more responsive due to a possibly better refresh rate compared to the Maypug, although both lack in this department.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has 8 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 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
5.1
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$500
$600
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has a price of $500 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and Maypug 15" Laptop both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and the Maypug 15" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5620 | Maypug 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 3.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 13.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 11.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | Intel Celeron N5095 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 29.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
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 | 7.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
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 | 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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