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Updated January 12, 2024·
When deciding between the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio, consider that the Dell may offer significant cost savings, making it appealing for general use and everyday tasks. If performance, particularly for more intensive tasks like 3D applications, machine learning, or gaming, is a priority and within your budget, the MSI Stealth might be the better choice. The MSI Stealth is also likely more portable due to its smaller size, which might matter if you travel frequently or prefer a lighter device. On the other hand, larger laptops like the Dell Inspiron often have longer battery life and can be more comfortable for extended use due to their larger screens. Choose the Dell for a budget-friendly, general-purpose laptop, or the MSI Stealth for higher performance and portability if the budget allows. 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 Stealth 14 Studio
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.5
7.8
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is only fair.
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio offers better gaming and 3D performance primarily due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics and a higher screen refresh rate, which provides smoother visuals in fast-paced scenes. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 16 5630's integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and lower refresh rate are less optimal for these tasks, despite being a capable machine for less graphically intensive applications.
Engineering and Design
7.7
8.5
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 offers a good balance of essential features for engineering and design with its capable processor and integrated graphics, but the MSI Stealth 14 Studio excels due to a more powerful dedicated GPU and a screen that's better for colors and animations, making it very good for the same uses. While the Inspiron provides quieter operation and somewhat better portability, the Stealth's stronger performance and higher quality display are particularly advantageous for demanding engineering software and visual design tasks.
Screen Quality
6.8
7.6
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a better screen than the MSI Stealth 14 Studio for software development, and content creation, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
Both the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and MSI Stealth 14 Studio laptops have displays suitable for general use and engineering, with vibrant colors, sharp images due to their high resolution, and bright screens that improve visibility. Their color accuracy, covering wider color gamuts, makes them excellent for precision work required in engineering and design. However, for gaming and 3D tasks, they fall short as they lack the high refresh rates needed for smooth motion rendering, which is crucial for an immersive experience.
Battery
8.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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
7.6
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 both have good build quality, though the MSI Stealth 14 Studio has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$849
$1,432
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a price of $849 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio costs $1,432.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.2
7.8
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5630 to be very good for general use, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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.
Content Creation
8.1
7.9
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
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 Stealth 14 Studio 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
7.4
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
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 Stealth 14 Studio 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
14.0in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5630 | MSI Stealth 14 Studio |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$849 | $1,432 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.67'' | 12.4'' x 9.7'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.28 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 12.4" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.91" | 9.69" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1360P | Intel i7-13620H | |
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 | 72 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 | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 300 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
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 | |
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Francisco Lahoz | June 2023
"You'll find a versatility in the MSI Stealth 14 Studio that isn’t matched by many content-creator laptops we've tested of late. The small frame allows you to (potentially) work from anywhere with an outlet and, if noise isn’t a concern, run your most demanding of programs, thanks to some powerful hardware inside. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is an attractive and powerful option if you want a portable laptop to be the center of your content work setup."
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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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