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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 offers significantly more storage and memory, along with a higher-resolution display and a more powerful processor suited for demanding tasks like engineering software, 3D rendering, and somewhat for machine learning. It's appropriate for someone needing a laptop for general use, engineering, and casual gaming but is heavier and less portable. The Gateway 11.6" is a more budget-friendly and highly portable choice with a smaller screen and modest hardware, suitable for basic computing tasks, but may not perform well with intensive applications. The right laptop depends on your needs: for performance-intensive tasks, choose the Dell; for basic tasks and portability, the Gateway is adequate. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5635
- Very good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
- Excellent portability
Key differences
General Use
8.0
5.6
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.1/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is very good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 offers a more powerful CPU, significantly more RAM, and a higher-resolution screen which translates to better performance and visual clarity for general use. In contrast, the Gateway 11.6" has a less capable processor, less RAM, and a lower-resolution screen, making it less suitable for multitasking and detailed work on a day-to-day basis.
Gaming and AI
6.3
5.4
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635, with a more powerful AMD Ryzen 7 processor and its accompanying Vega 8 graphics, outperforms the Gateway 11.6" with its Intel Celeron N4020 processor and weaker Intel UHD Graphics 600. With a larger, higher-resolution screen, the Dell also provides a better gaming and 3D experience, whereas the Gateway's smaller, lower-resolution display is less suitable for these activities.
Engineering and Design
7.3
5.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is equipped with a powerful AMD Ryzen 7 processor, ample 16GB of RAM, and better screen quality with a higher resolution, making it well-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks. In contrast, the Gateway 11.6" has a weaker Intel Celeron processor, only 4GB of RAM, and a lower-resolution screen, which limits its capability to effectively handle engineering and design software.
Content Creation
7.9
5.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is good for content creation, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
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
5.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is good for software development, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
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.
Screen Quality
6.6
5.7
16.0in
SIZE
11.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has a better screen than the Gateway 11.6" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 offers a decent display for general use with an adequate resolution and brightness, but for engineering and design, its limited color range falls short, and its lower refresh rate is not suited for the fast-paced visuals required in gaming and 3D applications. The Gateway 11.6" has a screen that's less sharp and dimmer, making it subpar even for basic tasks, and this issue is compounded in engineering and design tasks where precise color representation is essential; additionally, the poor refresh rate and resolution hinder any 3D work or gaming experience. Essentially, the Dell provides a workable balance for everyday tasks and some professional applications, but neither option meets the high standards needed for specialized fields like engineering, design, or gaming.
Portability
Good
Excellent
16.0in
SIZE
11.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 11.6" 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
5.1
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has good build quality, while the Gateway 11.6" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$735
$89
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has a price of $735 and the Gateway 11.6" costs $89.
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Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has 8 hours of battery life. The Gateway 11.6" 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.
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How the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and the Gateway 11.6" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5635 | Gateway 11.6" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$735 | $89 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.72'' | 11'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 2.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 7.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 64 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 11.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 9.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 0 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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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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 Gateway
Gateway is a laptop and tablet brand owned by Acer which sells budget-friendly laptops exclusively through Walmart. It was previously an American computer company until its acquisition by Acer in 2007, who then revived the brand in 2020. Gateway laptops are manufactured by Chinese company Shenzhen Bmorn Technology, which also makes EVOO-branded models.
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