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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a more budget-friendly option with a larger screen, the Dell Inspiron may be suitable, especially for general use and multitasking. However, if portability is a priority and you'd like a laptop that's easier to carry around, the XPG Xenia stands out, though it might come at a higher cost. The XPG may also offer better performance, which can be beneficial for 3D applications, machine learning, or gaming, so if those activities are important to you, the investment could be justified. Keep in mind, performance laptops often have shorter battery life, so if all-day use without charging is important, the Dell Inspiron may be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5620
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the XPG Xenia 14
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2
6.9
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has a better screen than the XPG Xenia 14 for software development, and content creation, while the XPG Xenia 14 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the XPG Xenia 14 provides a more vivid and crisp display due to its higher resolution and brighter screen, which enhances everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos. When it comes to engineering and design work, the XPG Xenia 14, with its wider color gamuts, displays more accurate colors essential for detailed graphics work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short because of their modest refresh rates, which can make fast-paced visuals less smooth compared to laptops designed specifically for gaming.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has 8 hours of battery life. The XPG Xenia 14 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.
Portability
Good
Excellent
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.2 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The XPG Xenia 14 has excellent portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$500
$800
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has a price of $500 and the XPG Xenia 14 costs $800.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.3
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and XPG Xenia 14 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 is suited for general use with its ample screen size, decent RAM and storage, along with a competent CPU, providing a reliable experience for day-to-day tasks, but it is less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to some counterparts.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.1
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and XPG Xenia 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and the XPG Xenia 14 are rated fair for gaming and 3D because they have integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, which can handle some lighter gaming and 3D tasks but won't perform as well as dedicated gaming GPUs; both also have a maximum screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is standard for non-gaming laptops but lower than the higher refresh rates preferred for a smoother gaming experience.
Engineering and Design
7.0
6.8
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5620 to be good for engineering and design, while the XPG Xenia 14 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and the XPG Xenia 14 are well-suited for engineering and design due to their capable processors, substantial RAM, and integrated Iris Xe graphics, which are essential for demanding applications and multitasking. The Dell Inspiron has a larger screen with good color coverage and contrast, providing a comfortable viewing experience for design work, while the XPG Xenia 14, being lighter and with higher portability, also offers a high-quality display and superior portability for engineers and designers on the move.
Content Creation
7.6
7.4
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and XPG Xenia 14 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
7.2
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and XPG Xenia 14 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.
Build Quality
7.0
7.2
The XPG Xenia 14 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and the XPG Xenia 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5620 | XPG Xenia 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 12.2'' x 8.5'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 2.2 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 12.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 53 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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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Allen Ngo | July 2021
"The Xenia 14 is a top 14-inch laptop under 1 kg. ADATA isn't exactly known for its laptops and so we weren't expecting much from its first 14-inch Ultrabook. With that said, we're pleasantly surprised by how well the Xenia 14 looks and performs. Not only is it incredibly light, but it has a color accurate 16:10 display, high CPU and GPU performance, easy RAM and SSD serviceability, plenty of port options including Thunderbolt 4, and long battery life. It packs a lot of punch and features considering the size and weight to be better than even the LG Gram series."
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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.
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