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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635, being somewhat less expensive, offers silent operation and a higher resolution 16:10 display, which could be favorable for productivity tasks that benefit from more vertical screen space. On the other hand, the MSI Cyborg 15 comes with a dedicated Nvidia RTX graphics card and a high-refresh 16:9 display, making it better suited for gaming and graphic-intensive tasks. The Cyborg is also slightly heavier and thicker, which may affect portability. Your choice should reflect whether you prioritize a quieter, potentially more affordable option for general use and work (Dell), or performance and graphics power for gaming and creative applications (MSI). Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5635
- Very good for general use
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Cyborg 15
- Good for gaming and AI
Key differences
General Use
8.0
7.3
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
234.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.2/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is very good for general use, while the MSI Cyborg 15 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has a superior CPU and larger RAM, which translates to smoother multitasking and better performance for general use, along with a higher-quality screen for better viewing experiences; however, portability and battery life are compromised compared to lighter options. On the other hand, the MSI Cyborg 15 offers good general performance with a capable CPU and ample RAM, as well as better portability and a longer battery life, but at the expense of screen size and resolution, which may affect visual tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.3
7.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Cyborg 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has an integrated GPU, which is less powerful compared to the dedicated Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU in the MSI Cyborg 15, making the Cyborg better for gaming and 3D applications. Additionally, the MSI Cyborg 15 has a higher screen refresh rate, offering smoother visuals which is important for gaming performance.
Software Development
7.7
7.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and MSI Cyborg 15 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
6.8
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
234.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has a better screen than the MSI Cyborg 15 for software development, and content creation, while the MSI Cyborg 15 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and MSI Cyborg 15 have screens with adequate resolution and brightness suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming, thus offering fair screen quality for general use. However, these models might not cover the wider color gamuts needed by professionals in engineering and design, which explains why they are rated as fair instead of excellent in these fields. Their lower refresh rates impact the experience negatively for fast-paced 3D applications, making them less suitable for gaming, where smoother motion and quicker image updates are crucial.
Cost
$735
$1,100
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has a price of $735 and the MSI Cyborg 15 costs $1,100.
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Key similarities
Engineering and Design
7.3
7.5
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The MSI Cyborg 15 and Dell Inspiron 16 5635 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is equipped with a capable AMD processor and integrated graphics suitable for multitasking and less graphic-intensive design applications, supported by a high-resolution display that benefits engineering work. On the other hand, the MSI Cyborg 15 has a more powerful Intel processor and dedicated Nvidia graphics, geared toward more demanding engineering tasks and design work requiring significant GPU resources, although it comes with lower RAM out of the box which can be limiting for complex tasks.
Content Creation
7.9
7.5
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and MSI Cyborg 15 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Cyborg 15 has 7.5 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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and MSI Cyborg 15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
6.7
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5635 to have good build quality, while the MSI Cyborg 15 has only fair 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 MSI Cyborg 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5635 | MSI Cyborg 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$735 | $1,100 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.72'' | 14.2'' x 9.9'' x 0.9'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 4.37 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 14.15" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 9.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | Intel i7-12650H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 53.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 234 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 7.3/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
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 | 2 | |
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."
MSI Cyborg 15
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Sascha Mölck | April 2023
"The focus of the MSI Cyborg 15 lies on a compromise of performance, mobility, and power consumption. Due to the reduced performance settings, the CPU and GPU perform below their capabilities. Nonetheless, their computing power is still sufficient for FHD gaming at high to maximum settings even then. The power consumption, which is low for a gaming laptop, can be translated into a good battery life. Realistic values of 7 to 8 h are still possible, despite the relatively small battery capacity of 53.5 Wh. Unfortunately the USB-C port doesn't offer any support for Power Delivery, which would be a sensible feature in the case of the Cyborg."
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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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