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Updated January 12, 2024·
If budget is a key concern, the Lenovo V15 is a more affordable option and adequate for everyday tasks like internet browsing, office work, and streaming. However, for more demanding applications like video editing, advanced graphics work, or gaming, the higher-priced Dell Inspiron 16 5630 offers superior performance that justifies its cost. The Dell also typically has a better screen, longer battery life, and a more robust build quality. If you need a laptop for travel, the Lenovo V15's lighter weight makes it more portable, but the Dell's longer battery life could be beneficial during long trips without access to power outlets. Consider your primary use cases and whether the Dell's enhancements are essential for your tasks or if the Lenovo's cost savings would be more beneficial. 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
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo V15
- The Lenovo V15 has no clear advantages over the Dell Inspiron 16 5630.
Key differences
General Use
8.2
7.3
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo V15 is good.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Engineering and Design
7.7
6.3
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo V15 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 outperforms the Lenovo V15 for engineering and design tasks due to its more powerful Intel i7 processor, superior Iris Xe graphics, and better screen quality with IPS technology and higher color space coverage, which are crucial for intensive applications and accurate color work.
Content Creation
8.1
7.3
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo V15 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
7.1
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and Lenovo V15 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
5.4
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you primarily use your laptop for everyday tasks like browsing and documents, the Dell Inspiron offers clarity and brightness that helps reduce eye strain, while the Lenovo may appear dimmer and less sharp. For engineering and design, the Dell's ability to accurately display a wide range of colors can make a significant difference in work quality, an area where the Lenovo falls short. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the Dell's lower refresh rate can lead to less smooth visuals, which is crucial for fast-paced interactive experiences, an aspect where both laptops do not excel.
Cost
$849
$579
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a price of $849 and the Lenovo V15 costs $579.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.5
6.1
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
8.7/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and Lenovo V15 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630, with its Intel i7-1360P Iris Xe graphics, and the Lenovo V15, powered by an AMD Ryzen 5 5500U Vega 7 GPU, are both fair choices for gaming and 3D tasks due to their integrated graphics cards that can handle moderate demands but are not as powerful as dedicated gaming GPUs. Both laptops have standard screen refresh rates which are sufficient for casual gaming but may not provide the smoothest experience for fast-paced games or high-end 3D applications that benefit from higher refresh rates.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo V15 has 8 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
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo V15 and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
6.7
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5630 to have good build quality, while the Lenovo V15 has only fair 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 V15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5630 | Lenovo V15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$849 | $579 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.67'' | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.28 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 14.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.91" | 9.3" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1360P | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 38 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 300 nits | 231 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 480p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Marvin Gollor | April 2022
"The strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
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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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