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Updated January 12, 2024·
Choosing between the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" largely depends on your needs and budget. The Dell Inspiron is a better performer with a higher-quality display, making it ideal for intensive tasks and media consumption, but it comes at a higher price and is less portable due to a larger screen and heavier build. On the other hand, the Packard Bell Cloudbook, while more affordable and portable, offers lower performance and is suited for basic tasks like web browsing and word processing. Consider the importance of performance versus price and portability for your specific usage to make the best decision. 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 Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.0
5.7
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is very good for general use, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 outshines the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" in general use due to its significantly more capable CPU and larger amount of RAM, which ensure smoother performance for everyday tasks. Additionally, the Dell has a higher quality screen and longer battery life, enhancing the user experience, while the Packard Bell, though more portable due to its lower weight, falls short in those key areas making it less ideal for such use.
Gaming and AI
6.3
5.5
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
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
8.7/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 offers decent performance for gaming and 3D applications due to its AMD Ryzen 7 7730U with integrated Vega 8 graphics, which are stronger compared to the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14's Intel Celeron N4020 with Intel UHD Graphics 600. Additionally, the Dell has more memory and storage, aiding in better performance for demanding tasks, whereas the Packard Bell's lower-tier CPU and GPU contribute to its poor gaming and 3D capabilities.
Engineering and Design
7.3
5.5
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 Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is equipped with a more powerful CPU and GPU, more RAM, and a higher resolution screen, making it better suited for demanding engineering and design tasks than the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14", which has a basic CPU and GPU, less RAM, and a lower resolution screen, limiting its ability to handle such tasks. Additionally, the Inspiron's larger and higher-quality display enhances visual clarity for detailed work, whereas the Cloudbook, though more portable due to its lighter weight, falls short in screen quality and performance required for engineering and design.
Content Creation
7.9
5.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is good for content creation, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" 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
5.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is good for software development, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" 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
5.8
16.0in
SIZE
14.1in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
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 Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize clear visuals for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos, the Dell Inspiron's better resolution and brightness will provide a more comfortable experience compared to the Packard Bell Cloudbook's poorer display. For engineering and design professionals who require precise color accuracy, the Dell's fair coverage of color gamuts makes it a more suitable choice than the Packard Bell, which falls short in this aspect. Gamers and those into 3D applications, however, may find the Dell's lackluster refresh rate limiting for smooth motion, although it still outperforms the Packard Bell that offers an overall inferior visual experience for these tasks.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has 8 hours of battery life. The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 has 7 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
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.1in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has very good 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 Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$700
$350
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has a price of $700 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" costs $350.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5635 | Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$700 | $350 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.72'' | 14.8'' x 9.6'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 14.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 9.56" | |
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 | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 38 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14.1" | |
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 | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 8.1/10 | |
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 | 4.6/10 | |
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 | 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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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.
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