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Updated January 12, 2024·
When considering the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 versus the Eluktronics RP-15, it's essential to weigh your priorities. If budget is your primary concern and your computing needs are relatively moderate, such as document processing, browsing, and streaming, the Dell Inspiron could serve you well while saving you money. On the other hand, if you're interested in gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning tasks, the Eluktronics RP-15, despite being more expensive, offers higher performance that would be better suited for those activities. Additionally, for those who value portability, the Dell Inspiron tends to be lighter and may have longer battery life, making it more convenient for travel or long days without access to a power outlet. The Eluktronics, with more powerful hardware, could be heavier and may sacrifice some battery efficiency. Consider how each of these factors aligns with your daily use and choose accordingly. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5630
- Very good for general use
- Very good for content creation
- Good portability
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Eluktronics RP-15
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Key differences
General Use
8.2
7.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is very good for general use, while the Eluktronics RP-15 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is favored for general use due to its solid battery life, good portability, and sufficient screen size and quality for everyday tasks, while maintaining quiet operation and cool temperatures. In comparison, the Eluktronics RP-15, while also suitable for general use, offers a higher screen resolution and refresh rate, prioritizing visual performance which may slightly diminish battery life and portability.
Gaming and AI
6.5
7.8
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is only fair.
The Eluktronics RP-15 offers a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 165Hz, enhancing its gaming and 3D capabilities compared to the Dell Inspiron 16 5630, which is equipped with a less powerful Intel Iris Xe GPU and a standard refresh rate of 60Hz.
Engineering and Design
7.7
8.2
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Eluktronics RP-15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is good.
The Eluktronics RP-15 stands out for engineering and design due to its AMD Ryzen 7 processor and Nvidia RTX GPU, which offer robust performance for computation and graphics-intensive tasks, plus a higher resolution display with better color coverage overall, enhancing visual detail and accuracy for design work. Conversely, the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is equipped with an Intel i7 processor and integrated Intel graphics, suitable for less demanding engineering software, and offers more storage but may not handle graphics rendering as effectively and comes with a lower-resolution screen.
Content Creation
8.1
7.6
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is very good for content creation, while the Eluktronics RP-15 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.
Screen Quality
6.8
8.0
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a better screen than the Eluktronics RP-15 for software development, and content creation, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 offers a clear and bright display, which is appreciated for everyday tasks and productivity, while the Eluktronics RP-15 provides an equally sharp and brighter image making it ideal for a variety of tasks from web browsing to video streaming. In the realm of engineering and design work, where accurate color representation is crucial, both laptops offer high-quality displays with wide color gamuts, ensuring that designers and engineers see precise colors. However, for gaming and 3D applications where fluid motion is key, both laptops fall short as they lack high refresh rates, which results in less smooth visuals during fast-paced scenes.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has 8 hours of battery life. The Eluktronics RP-15 has 6 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
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
4.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has good portability, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$849
$1,399
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a price of $849 and the Eluktronics RP-15 costs $1,399.
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Key similarities
Software Development
7.9
7.4
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and Eluktronics RP-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.
Build Quality
7.0
7.2
The Eluktronics RP-15 and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 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 5630 and the Eluktronics RP-15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5630 | Eluktronics RP-15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$849 | $1,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.67'' | 14.2'' x 9.7'' x 1.05'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.28 lbs | 4.97 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.91" | 9.67" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1360P | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 62 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 300 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
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 Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Eber Anthony | October 2020
"To conclude, I’m genuinely impressed with Eluktronics and what they have been able to deliver with the RP-15. You see this is all about maximizing performance, cooling, and giving users the most flexible I/O, and then wrapping it into a chassis that doesn’t feel super cheap. Let’s also not forget the price point, I think they have really nailed it in that department."
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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 Eluktronics
Eluktronics is a relatively new American gaming laptop company, founded in 2011. They are a reseller for the Taiwanese brand Clevo, who manufacture laptops exclusively and ship them to resellers like Eluktronics who customize them. Eluktronics laptops generally have great hardware specifications for the money, including the CPU, GPU, and RAM. They also feature a relatively clean design by gaming laptop standards, with few logos and discreet colors.
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