If you prioritize saving money and don't mind a larger, slightly less portable laptop, the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 could be a good fit, especially for everyday tasks and light productivity. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, while typically more expensive, offers a more portable design and potentially better performance for more demanding applications like 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming, along with possibly longer battery life, making it suitable for professionals and creatives on the go. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5630
Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
Good overall display quality
Very good portability
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.8/10
7.8/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo have displays with resolutions and brightness levels that suit everyday tasks like web browsing and document editing, making them good for general use. Their screens reproduce colors accurately enough for engineering and design work where precise color representation is crucial. However, for gaming and 3D applications that rely on fluid motion, their lower refresh rates compared to specialized gaming laptops mean they won't deliver as smooth an experience.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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 Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo are both very good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630, featuring a robust CPU and ample RAM, handles everyday tasks with ease, and its larger screen offers great quality for media consumption and multitasking, while its portability and battery life may be lesser compared to smaller laptops. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo also provides strong performance with good CPU and RAM, its more compact size enhances portability, and it maintains long battery life, although its smaller display size might be less ideal for users who prioritize screen real estate. Both laptops come with quality keyboards and adequate storage, while their heat management and speaker quality are satisfactory, contributing to a pleasant user experience without significant distractions from operating noise.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
6.8/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630, with a moderate GPU and standard screen refresh rate, provides an adequate experience for casual gaming and basic 3D tasks, while the compact MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers a balance of mobility and performance with a similar GPU but a smaller screen, which may limit the immersiveness in gaming and 3D applications despite its high-quality display. Both laptops are equipped with capable CPUs that support the somewhat demanding nature of these activities, albeit not at the highest settings or performance experienced on more specialized gaming machines.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
7.8/10
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630, with its ample CPU performance and high-quality screen, suits demanding engineering software and provides a good visual workspace for design tasks, while its GPU can handle moderate graphical loads effectively. Meanwhile, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, being lighter with a quality keyboard, is easier to carry around and comfortable for long typing sessions, but may not handle intense graphical tasks as well as the Dell, although it still offers solid CPU power and sufficient RAM for engineering applications.
Content Creation
8.1/10
8.0/10
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo are both very good for content creation.
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
7.9/10
7.7/10
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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 MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
Dell Inspiron 16 5630
MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
GENERAL
Price
Price
$849
$1,300
Release Date
Release Date
May 1, 2023
February 1, 2024
Overall Dimensions
Overall Dimensions
14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.67''
12.3'' x 7.5'' x 0.7''
Weight
Weight
4.28 lbs
3.7 lbs
Width
Width
14.05"
12.3"
Depth
Depth
9.91"
7.46"
INTERNAL
Processor
Processor
Intel i7-1360P
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H
RAM
RAM
16 GB
16 GB
DDR Memory Version
DDR Memory Version
5
5
RAM Slots
RAM Slots
0
0
Storage
Storage
1024 GB
1024 GB
Storage Slots
Storage Slots
1
1
Graphics
Graphics
Iris Xe
Arc 8-Cores
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
No
No
GPU Type
GPU Type
Integrated
Integrated
Supports DLSS
Supports DLSS
No
No
Supports Ray Tracing
Supports Ray Tracing
No
No
BATTERY
Battery Life
Battery Life
8 Hours
8 Hours
Battery Capacity
Battery Capacity
54 Wh
90 Wh
SCREEN
Diagonal Size
Diagonal Size
16"
14"
Display Technology
Display Technology
IPS
IPS
Resolution
Resolution
1920 x 1200
1920 x 1200
Refresh Rate
Refresh Rate
60Hz
144Hz
Display Brightness
Display Brightness
300 nits
415 nits
Screen Aspect Ratio
Screen Aspect Ratio
16:10
16:10
Pixel Density
Pixel Density
141.51 PPI
161.73 PPI
Contrast
Contrast
Unknown
1802: 1
Display Response Time
Display Response Time
Unknown
59.6 ms
DCI-P3
DCI-P3
70 %
79 %
sRGB
sRGB
100 %
99 %
Adobe RGB
Adobe RGB
72 %
77 %
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS
Build Quality Score
Build Quality Score
7/10
7.4/10
Portability Score
Portability Score
7.7/10
8.6/10
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
Facial Recognition
Facial Recognition
No
Yes
Upper Side Temp (Max)
Upper Side Temp (Max)
46.1°C
Lower Side Temp (Max)
Lower Side Temp (Max)
58.1°C
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
36.1°C
Keyboard Lighting Color
Keyboard Lighting Color
White
White
Warranty Period
Warranty Period
1 year
1 year
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
1080p
Fingerprint Reader
Fingerprint Reader
Yes
Yes
Backlit Keyboard
Backlit Keyboard
Yes
Yes
Number Pad
Number Pad
No
No
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
3
Thunderbolt Version
Thunderbolt Version
4
4
Thunderbolt Ports
Thunderbolt Ports
1
2
DisplayPorts
DisplayPorts
0
0
HDMI Ports
HDMI Ports
1
1
Ethernet
Ethernet
No
No
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth Version
5.3
5.2
WiFi Version
WiFi Version
6E
6E
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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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