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Updated January 10, 2024·
To decide between the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and the Dell XPS 13, consider the following: the Inspiron 16 5635 offers more screen real estate which is better for multitasking and is often chosen for demanding tasks like video editing, but it can be heavier and bulkier, reducing its portability compared to the XPS 13. The XPS 13 is typically more portable due to its smaller size, making it an excellent choice for travel and on-the-go use, at the expense of a smaller screen. If battery life is a priority, the XPS 13 may have an advantage due to its likely more efficient use of power associated with its smaller display and possibly more power-efficient components. However, if performance is a key concern, and you engage in tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the Inspiron 16 5635 may have the edge due to potentially more robust hardware suitable for such demands, acknowledging that this comes with a higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5635
- Very good for general use
Advantages of the Dell XPS 13
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.6
7.2
16.0in
SIZE
13.4in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
442.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has a better screen than the Dell XPS 13 for software development, and content creation, while the Dell XPS 13 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Dell XPS 13 excels with its high resolution and bright display, offering crisp visuals and comfortable viewing, whereas the Dell Inspiron 16's lower brightness and resolution result in a less vibrant experience. In engineering and design, where precise color representation is key, the XPS 13's wide color gamuts ensure accurate color work, but the Inspiron 16, with narrower color coverage, falls short for professional color-critical tasks. For gaming and 3D applications, the high refresh rate is crucial for smooth motion, and while both laptops may not offer high refresh rates needed for optimal gaming, their limitations in resolution and panel type are less of a concern for users not prioritizing gaming performance.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell XPS 13 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
Excellent
16.0in
SIZE
13.4in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Dell XPS 13 has excellent portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
8.5
The Dell XPS 13 has very good build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$700
$850
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has a price of $700 and the Dell XPS 13 costs $850.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
7.7
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
442.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5635 to be very good for general use, while the Dell XPS 13 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is very suitable for general use with its larger screen, higher resolution, and powerful AMD Ryzen processor, which may appeal to users who desire a robust performance and don't mind less portability due to its larger size and weight.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
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 5635 and Dell XPS 13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
7.3
7.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and Dell XPS 13 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is well-suited for engineering and design due to its strong CPU for processing power, ample RAM for multitasking, and a dedicated GPU for graphics-heavy tasks, all complemented by a high-resolution screen. In contrast, the Dell XPS 13 is also suitable for similar tasks with an efficient CPU, equally adequate RAM, integrated high-performance graphics, and an excellent screen, while being significantly lighter and more portable with a smaller screen size, making it ideal for on-the-go use.
Content Creation
7.9
7.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and Dell XPS 13 are both 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
7.7
7.5
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and Dell XPS 13 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 5635 and the Dell XPS 13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5635 | Dell XPS 13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$700 | $850 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | August 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.72'' | 11.6'' x 7.9'' x 0.55'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 2.59 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 11.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 7.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | Intel i7-1250U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 442 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 9.3/10 | |
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 | 9/10 | |
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 | 0 | |
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 | N/A | 4 | |
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Dell Inspiron 16 5635
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Derek Sullivan | January 2023
"Compared to the previous year’s Inspiron, Dell upgraded the screen aspect ratio on this generation, but also transitioned to a more minimalistic centered keyboard flanked by up-firing speakers. The 16-inch screen is huge plus and I really appreciate the extra real estate without sacrificing the footprint much. This year’s model is a little larger than last, though, as the former model was already very small for a 15 incher."
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Monica Chen | April 2023
"In the past, the XPS 13 was a hands-down contender for the best laptop on the market. But the Apple-silicon MacBook has since barrelled onto the scene, and it wipes the floor with most of the ultraportable Windows laptops that cross my desk on a daily basis. This XPS is no exception. Compared to the M2 MacBook Air, battery life is worse."
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About Dell
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