When choosing between the Dell Inspiron 16 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, consider that the Dell typically offers a balance between price and performance, suitable for everyday tasks and light productivity. Its larger screen is good for multitasking but may reduce portability. The MSI, often priced higher, boasts stronger performance for demanding applications like 3D work, machine learning, and gaming. It's also lighter and more portable, with potentially better battery life, making it ideal for users on the go who need power. Prioritize the Dell for cost-effectiveness and casual use or the MSI for high-end tasks and mobility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5635
Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good portability
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.6/10
7.8/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
A good screen for general use boasts a clear, sharp image and comfortable brightness for long hours of work or browsing; the Dell Inspiron provides a decent experience in this regard, which is matched by the MSI Prestige with an added edge in display clarity and brightness. For engineering and design, professionals need accurate color representation to ensure their work translates correctly across various devices, and the MSI Prestige steps up with better coverage of professional color gamuts compared to the Dell Inspiron. However, for gamers and 3D artists who rely heavily on fluid motion and rendering, neither laptop's screen excels due to their lower refresh rates, despite having reasonable resolution and panel types.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$700
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has a price of $700 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo are both very good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 offers a strong CPU and ample RAM ensuring smooth performance for everyday tasks, along with a high-quality screen, but it's less portable due to its larger size; good battery life enhances its usability for longer periods. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, while also providing a robust CPU and sufficient RAM, shines in portability and screen quality, making it ideal for on-the-go use, though this comes at the expense of shorter battery life. Both models have decent storage, keyboards, speakers, operating noise, and heat management, factors that also contribute positively to their overall user experience.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
6.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Dell Inspiron 16 5635 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo both have GPUs that can handle gaming and 3D applications decently but may not deliver the highest frame rates due to their fair screen refresh rates. While the CPUs and screen quality of both laptops are up to the task for general use, avid gamers and professionals might seek out models with more specialized hardware for enhanced performance in these areas.
Engineering and Design
7.3/10
7.8/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Dell Inspiron 16 5635 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635, with its robust CPU, ample RAM, and dedicated GPU, excels in handling engineering and design tasks, while its larger screen enhances visual precision. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, though slightly less powerful, offers good CPU and RAM performance for most design work, and its greater portability and high-quality keyboard make it a solid choice for professionals who frequently work on the move.
Content Creation
7.9/10
8.0/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo to be very good for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 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
7.7/10
7.7/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Dell Inspiron 16 5635 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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 MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo compare to other laptops
"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 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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