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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 generally offers robust performance for engineering tasks and may have a larger display, which is beneficial for multitasking and detailed work. Conversely, its size and weight may be a drawback for frequent travelers. On the other hand, the LG Ultra 13 is likely designed with portability in mind, offering a lighter and more compact option, easier for carrying around, and may have longer battery life, which is a plus for on-the-go usage. However, it may not match the performance levels of larger models, and the smaller screen might be less ideal for extensive multi-window work or demanding applications. Choose the Dell for performance and screen size if that’s a priority and you don't mind less portability, or opt for the LG if portability and battery life are more critical for your daily needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5635
- Very good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the LG Ultra 13
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.0
7.2
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is very good for general use, while the LG Ultra 13 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 offers ample RAM and a high-resolution screen, suiting many tasks, but its larger size and decent battery life affect portability; its silent operation could be a plus for some. On the other hand, the LG Ultra 13 is lighter and has excellent battery life for portability, with good screen quality and ample RAM as well, though it has less storage and a lower resolution screen compared to the Dell.
Engineering and Design
7.3
6.6
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is good for engineering and design, while the LG Ultra 13 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 outperforms the LG Ultra 13 for engineering and design because it has a stronger CPU and GPU combination, which are very important for such tasks, and it also comes with a high-resolution screen suitable for detailed work.
Content Creation
7.9
7.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and LG Ultra 13 are both good for content creation, though the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is somewhat better.
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
7.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and LG Ultra 13 are both good for software development, though the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is somewhat better.
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
6.9
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has a better screen than the LG Ultra 13 for software development, and content creation, while the LG Ultra 13 has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
For general use, the LG Ultra 13 is considered to have good screen quality due to its higher resolution and brightness, which provide crisp and clear visuals, while the Dell Inspiron might have lower resolution or brightness, making it adequate but not as superior. In the context of engineering and design, the LG's higher coverage of color gamuts such as DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB means that colors are displayed more accurately, which is essential for detailed and color-sensitive work, a feature where the Dell might perform decently but not excel. However, for Gaming and 3D applications, both laptops are rated poorly due to their less impressive refresh rates compared to specialized gaming models, although resolution and panel quality may still be satisfactory for casual gaming or entry-level 3D work.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has 8 hours of battery life. The LG Ultra 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
13.3in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Ultra 13 has excellent portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$700
$529
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has a price of $700 and the LG Ultra 13 costs $529.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.1
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and LG Ultra 13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and the LG Ultra 13 both have integrated AMD graphics, with the Inspiron featuring a slightly more powerful Vega 8 compared to the Ultra's Vega 7, which influences gaming and 3D performance. They also share common screen attributes: both utilize IPS panels with a standard 60Hz refresh rate; however, the Dell offers a higher resolution, which could provide better screen quality but might also demand more from the GPU during gaming and 3D tasks.
Build Quality
7.0
7.4
The LG Ultra 13 and Dell Inspiron 16 5635 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 5635 and the LG Ultra 13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5635 | LG Ultra 13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$700 | $529 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | January 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.72'' | 12.1'' x 8.1'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 2.16 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 12.08" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 8.14" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | AMD Ryzen 7 4700U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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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Joshua Goldman | April 2017
"The 13.3-inch LG Gram is a fine fit if you need to travel as light as possible for as long as possible without spending a fortune to do it. It might not be particularly sturdy or have an eye-catching design and its webcam is less than ideal, but with its sharp touch display, comfortable backlit keyboard, responsive touchpad and a fingerprint reader for extra security, the Gram makes a respectible everyday laptop for business or school work."
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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 LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, and are often on sale.
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