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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you need a laptop for everyday tasks without spending too much, the Dell Inspiron is a good choice, offering decent performance at a lower cost. However, if your work involves creative tasks like video editing, 3D design, or you want a more portable device with higher performance, investing in the MSI Creator would be beneficial despite its higher price. Keep in mind, higher performance laptops like the MSI Creator often have shorter battery life compared to models like the Dell, which are optimized more for cost and battery endurance than for high-end tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5620
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2
7.3
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620, while capable of handling some gaming and 3D tasks due to its decent CPU and screen quality, falls short on graphics performance and screen refresh rate compared to the MSI Creator M14, which offers a superior GPU and higher refresh rate, making it more suitable for smoother and more detailed gaming and 3D experiences.
Engineering and Design
7.0
8.4
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good.
The MSI Creator M14 typically offers a more powerful CPU and GPU combination than the Dell Inspiron 16 5620, which is essential for demanding engineering and design software, and it may also come with a higher quality screen for precise visual work. However, while the Dell might be easier to carry around and possibly quieter under load, balancing portability and operating noise against raw performance and display fidelity is a key consideration.
Screen Quality
6.2
7.5
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The MSI Creator M14 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Dell Inspiron 16 5620's screen, while adequate, may not be as sharp or vibrant as the MSI Creator M14, which offers better brightness and resolution, making text more readable and colors more vivid. In engineering and design, the MSI Creator M14's superior color accuracy, covering a wider range of the color spectrum, provides more precise color representation, which is critical for detail-oriented tasks. However, neither the Inspiron nor the Creator M14 excel in gaming or 3D performance due to their lower refresh rates, which can result in less fluid motion and slower response times in fast-paced visual environments.
Battery
8.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 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
7.8
The MSI Creator M14 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 both have good build quality, though the MSI Creator M14 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$500
$1,500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has a price of $500 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
8.0
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620, with adequate processing power and memory, offers a suitable screen for everyday tasks and decent battery life, making it a good fit for general use at an attractive price point. In comparison, the MSI Creator M14 provides enhanced CPU performance and superior screen quality, which, along with its higher portability and longer battery life, justify its higher cost for users who prioritize smoother multitasking and visual clarity in a more travel-friendly package.
Content Creation
7.6
8.0
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be very good for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is good.
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
7.8
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 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
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Creator M14 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 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 MSI Creator M14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5620 | MSI Creator M14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $1,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | March 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 12.4'' x 9.2'' x 0.88'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 3.53 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 12.39" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | Intel i7-13620H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 53.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
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 | 7.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
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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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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