The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 offers a larger storage capacity and longer battery life for tasks that don't need the highest screen quality. It's bulkier and heavier than the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360, making it less convenient to carry around. In contrast, the Galaxy Book3 360 is a versatile 2-in-1 convertible with a touchscreen and a vivid OLED display, ideal for multimedia and casual use in multiple modes like tablet and tent, and is lighter which enhances its portability. While the Dell might be better for storage-heavy tasks, the Samsung is more suited for users seeking flexibility and a superior display experience. Choose the Dell for more storage and battery life at a lower cost or the Samsung for its convertible design, better quality display, and portability but at a slightly higher price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5630
Very good for general use
Very good for content creation
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360
Good overall display quality
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.8/10
7.7/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a better screen than the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 for content creation, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, both the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 offer screens with clarity and brightness that make everyday tasks like browsing, document editing, and video streaming enjoyable, with the Samsung edging ahead due to its higher resolution and panel quality. Engineers and designers will appreciate the Samsung's wide color gamuts, providing more accurate color representation for tasks like photo editing and CAD work, although the Dell also offers respectable color coverage. However, for gaming and 3D applications where the action is fast-paced, neither laptop's screen excels due to lower refresh rates compared to models specifically geared for that purpose.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has 8 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has 10 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
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.8/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 both have good build quality, though the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$849
$1,299
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a price of $849 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 costs $1,299.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5630 to be very good for general use, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
6.4/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
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
9.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 have similar integrated graphics and standard screen refresh rates, which are adequate for casual gaming and 3D tasks, but may not satisfy dedicated gamers or professionals needing higher graphics performance. The Inspiron 16 5630's larger screen and resolution may offer a slightly better visual experience for gaming and 3D applications, whereas the Galaxy Book3 360’s OLED screen provides vibrant colors but is smaller and has a lower resolution.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
7.6/10
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 are both good for engineering and design.
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.
Content Creation
8.1/10
7.8/10
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5630 to be very good for content creation, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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
7.9/10
7.7/10
8.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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.
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How the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 compare to other laptops
"The Samsung Galaxy Book 3 360 isn’t a laptop that the Korean manufacturer has shouted from the rooftops about, and it seems to have gotten little attention from anywhere. But, it is absolutely a laptop worth paying attention to. Compared to higher-priced devices, like the Dell XPS 13 (2022) and Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023), it manages to offer a similar day-to-day experience despite the price difference. It’s really hard to justify the extra cash unless a boosted display is a requirement of yours."
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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 Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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