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Updated January 12, 2024·
If your primary concern is budget, the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 could serve you well, as it's less expensive and has a larger solid-state drive for storage. However, for enhanced graphics performance, primarily if you're interested in gaming or tasks that require a dedicated graphics card, the Lenovo LOQ 15 with its Nvidia RTX 4050 is superior, despite being slightly more costly and having a smaller storage capacity. It's heavier, likely due to the added graphics hardware, which might impact portability. Neither device tops the chart for battery life, but the Dell could handle general use or business applications while Lenovo is better suited for multimedia and gaming. 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 Lenovo LOQ 15
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.2
7.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 with its higher screen quality and longer battery life is very good for general use, offering a larger screen with better colors and more hours of typical usage without needing a charge, while being lighter and hence more portable. In contrast, the Lenovo LOQ 15, although still good for general use and offering a superior gaming experience with its dedicated graphics card, has a shorter battery life and weighs more, which makes it less ideal for those prioritizing portability and long usage times.
Gaming and AI
6.5
7.5
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is less ideal for gaming and 3D tasks due to its Intel i7-1360P Iris Xe graphics, which are less powerful than the Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU found in the Lenovo LOQ 15; additionally, the Lenovo offers a higher screen refresh rate that can deliver smoother visuals important in gaming.
Content Creation
8.1
7.6
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo LOQ 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
7.1
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a better screen than the Lenovo LOQ 15 for software development, and content creation, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 has a better screen for general use, and gaming and AI.
For general use, both the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and the Lenovo LOQ 15 offer displays with adequate resolution and brightness, which enhances the overall viewing experience for browsing, video playback, and document editing. When it comes to engineering and design, both laptops provide good color accuracy and range, essential for tasks like photo editing or CAD that demand precise color representation. However, with regard to 3D gaming, neither laptop excels as they lack high refresh rates, which are pivotal for smooth motion and a more immersive gaming experience.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 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
5.2 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has good portability, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$849
$1,109
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a price of $849 and the Lenovo LOQ 15 costs $1,109.
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Key similarities
Engineering and Design
7.7
7.9
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo LOQ 15 and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 are both good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo LOQ 15, designed with an AMD Ryzen processor and a dedicated Nvidia GPU, offers greater performance for engineering software, which often requires strong multi-threading and graphics capabilities. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 with its Intel processor and integrated graphics, while offering a higher resolution screen, falls short in GPU performance, making it less suitable for more demanding engineering tasks.
Software Development
7.9
7.5
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and Lenovo LOQ 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
7.4
The Lenovo LOQ 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 Lenovo LOQ 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5630 | Lenovo LOQ 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$849 | $1,109 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | April 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.67'' | 14.2'' x 10.4'' x 0.99'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.28 lbs | 5.28 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.91" | 10.42" | |
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 | 60 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 | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 300 nits | 329 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 6.7/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
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 | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Mark Knapp | August 2023
"Even after a short time with the LOQ 15, you'll find it has a lot going for it, but ultimately it's just "good"—not quite a star. The performance is respectable for the hardware it’s running, but Lenovo had to make some design sacrifices to trim the price. One of the better aspects is the keyboard, making it one of the better low-cost gaming laptops to actually put your hands on."
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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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