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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630, being less expensive, is likely better for general use and budget-conscious buyers, while the MSI Creator Z16P, although more costly, offers higher performance for demanding tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming. Expect the MSI to have stronger graphics and processing capabilities at the expense of battery life and portability, which may be more optimized in the Dell. Consider how much you value performance over cost and whether your typical use case justifies the investment in a high-end model like the MSI. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5630
- Very good for general use
- Very good for content creation
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Creator Z16P
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.5
7.6
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Creator Z16P is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is only fair.
The MSI Creator Z16P has a high-end Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and a high refresh rate screen, which are crucial for smooth gaming and 3D performance, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630, with its integrated Intel graphics and standard refresh rate display, offers more modest performance suitable for less demanding tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.7
8.3
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Creator Z16P is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is good.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Screen Quality
6.8
8.3
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
394.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a better screen than the MSI Creator Z16P for software development, and content creation, while the MSI Creator Z16P has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 offers a satisfactory display with enough resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and clarity for detailed engineering work, but its lower refresh rate diminishes the gaming and 3D experience. The MSI Creator Z16P steps up with superior brightness and high resolution enhancing both everyday and professional design tasks, supported by wide color gamuts crucial for accurate color work, yet for gaming, its refresh rate doesn't match the smooth visuals demanded by fast-paced games or 3D rendering. Consequently, for non-gamers, the MSI Creator Z16P stands out for general and engineering uses, while gamers may look elsewhere due to the refresh rate constraint.
Battery
8.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator Z16P has 5 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
8.0
The MSI Creator Z16P has very good build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$849
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a price of $849 and the MSI Creator Z16P costs $1,300.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.2
7.8
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
394.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.2/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5630 to be very good for general use, while the MSI Creator Z16P is good.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 offers a balance for general use with a capable CPU, sufficient RAM, and good battery life, complemented by a quality screen and silent operation, making it very portable and convenient for everyday tasks. In contrast, the MSI Creator Z16P, while also suitable for general use, opts for a more powerful CPU, and superior screen quality, but with a tradeoff in battery life and heat management, positioning it more towards users with intensive workloads, but less for those prioritizing portability and longer use away from a power source.
Content Creation
8.1
7.9
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5630 to be very good for content creation, while the MSI Creator Z16P 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
7.6
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and MSI Creator Z16P 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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and MSI Creator Z16P both have good portability.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5630 | MSI Creator Z16P |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$849 | $1,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | June 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.67'' | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.28 lbs | 5.27 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.91" | 10.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1360P | Intel i9-12900H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 300 nits | 394 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 7.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
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 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Mario Petzold | June 2022
"There's almost nothing left to be desired with the MSI Z16P. The creator laptop offers enormous performance resources for image editing, video editing, rendering, and more. All this is presented on a precalibrated, adequately sized, and high-resolution display. Its color space, refresh rate, and panel technology are also perfectly suited for a device that specializes in video reproduction and editing."
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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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