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Updated January 12, 2024·
When considering the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15", think about your main uses for the laptop. The Dell likely offers better performance for tasks like video editing or demanding software often used in engineering, at a higher price. The Lenovo might be more budget-friendly and provide adequate performance for everyday tasks such as web browsing, word processing, and light media consumption. The larger screen size of the Dell might be preferable for multitasking and productivity, but it could be less portable than the Lenovo. Always balance how the battery life aligns with your mobility needs; a more powerful laptop may have shorter battery life. If gaming, 3D, or machine learning is important, a higher-priced laptop with dedicated graphics capabilities, like the Dell might often offer, would be beneficial. However, these models may be heavier and bulkier compared to a more portable option like the Lenovo that may be better suited for general use and travel. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5630
- Very good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good for content creation
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15"
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.2
7.4
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
341.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" is good.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 outshines for general use due to its powerful Intel i7 processor, expansive 16GB of RAM, and larger, higher resolution screen, while its design prioritizes silent operation and a high-quality keyboard, tipping the balance despite its lower battery life compared to Lenovo. Conversely, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" offers a touch screen, great battery life, and portability due to its lighter weight and slightly smaller size, but settles for a lower storage capacity and less RAM, making it less suited for intensive tasks but still good for general use.
Engineering and Design
7.7
6.7
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is better suited for engineering and design tasks due to its higher RAM capacity, which aids in handling complex software, and a more powerful CPU and integrated GPU that are vital for demanding applications. Moreover, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has a lower screen resolution and a significantly less color-accurate display, making it less ideal for design work where precise color representation is needed.
Content Creation
8.1
7.3
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 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.
Software Development
7.9
7.3
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" are both good for software development, though the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is somewhat better.
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
6.8
6.5
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
341.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Dell Inspiron's higher resolution and brightness offer a clearer and more vibrant display compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad, which has a decent display but falls short in sharpness and luminance. In engineering and design, the Dell Inspiron excels with wider color coverage, ensuring more accurate color representation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad provides adequate color gamuts but is not optimal for color-critical work. For gaming and 3D, the Dell Inspiron's low refresh rate may cause motion blur or lack of smoothness in fast-paced visuals, which is also a weakness in the Lenovo IdeaPad, making neither ideal for high-frame-rate requirements.
Battery
8.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has 11 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
7.6
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 both have good build quality, though the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$849
$690
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a price of $849 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" costs $690.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.5
6.2
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
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 5630 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is fair for gaming and 3D because it comes equipped with an Iris Xe graphics unit, which offers decent graphical performance for light gaming and basic 3D applications; it also has a 60Hz refresh rate display which is standard for many tasks but not ideal for high-end gaming. Similarly, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" provides fair gaming and 3D capabilities with its Vega 8 graphics integrated into the Ryzen 7 processor and shares the same 60Hz screen refresh rate, meaning it can handle some gaming and 3D tasks but isn't designed for high-refresh-rate experiences expected in serious gaming setups.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 both have good portability.
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How the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Inspiron 16 5630 | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$849 | $690 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | August 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.67'' | 14'' x 9.2'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.28 lbs | 4.08 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 14.01" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.91" | 9.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1360P | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 57 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 300 nits | 341 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
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 | 4 | N/A | |
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Marcus Schwarten | August 2021
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 is convincing due to its long battery life. The device scores points especially with its large battery and long battery runtimes combined with its low consumption. The CPU and GPU perform in the test as one would expect, and in line with what was familiar from the somewhat smaller 14-inch sister model, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14."
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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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