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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is a bit heavier and larger, which makes it less portable than the XPG Xenia 14 but offers more storage space. The Inspiron's battery life is shorter, however, it has a larger screen which is beneficial for productivity and multimedia consumption. Both have similar amounts of RAM and processors with integrated graphics, but the XPG's display has higher brightness and color accuracy, making it better for tasks that require color precision. The XPG, being lighter with a smaller footprint and longer battery life, is more suited for on-the-go use, while the Dell provides a larger workspace and is often slightly less expensive. Both are well-rounded for general use and can handle engineering tasks, but for more demanding 3D or machine learning workloads, both might not be the optimal choice. 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 XPG Xenia 14
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.0
7.3
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is very good for general use, while the XPG Xenia 14 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is considered very good for general use as it features ample storage, sizable screen with good resolution, and a powerful AMD CPU; despite its larger size and weight, which can impact portability, it offers a balanced performance for everyday tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.3
6.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
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 XPG Xenia 14 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.9
7.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and XPG Xenia 14 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.
Screen Quality
6.6
6.9
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has a better screen than the XPG Xenia 14 for software development, and content creation, while the XPG Xenia 14 has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
If you prioritize a vivid display and accurate colors for tasks like photo editing or CAD work, the XPG Xenia 14 with its good screen quality and color gamut coverage will serve you well. However, for immersive gaming experiences and smooth visuals, neither laptop is ideal due to their low refresh rates. For everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming, both laptops are adequate, but the XPG's higher resolution and brightness provide a sharper and more vibrant viewing experience.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has 8 hours of battery life. The XPG Xenia 14 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
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The XPG Xenia 14 has excellent portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$700
$800
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has a price of $700 and the XPG Xenia 14 costs $800.
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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 1200
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 and XPG Xenia 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and the XPG Xenia 14 are both fair for gaming and 3D because of their moderate GPU performance; the Dell sports an AMD Ryzen 7 7730U Vega 8 whereas the XPG has an Intel i5-1135G7 Iris Xe, both providing decent but not top-tier graphics capabilities. Despite having good screen sizes and types for gaming, both have a maximum screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is fine for casual gaming but may not satisfy gamers seeking a more fluid visual experience.
Software Development
7.7
7.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and XPG Xenia 14 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.
Build Quality
7.0
7.2
The XPG Xenia 14 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 XPG Xenia 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5635 | XPG Xenia 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$700 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.72'' | 12.2'' x 8.5'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 2.2 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 12.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 53 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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."
XPG Xenia 14
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Allen Ngo | July 2021
"The Xenia 14 is a top 14-inch laptop under 1 kg. ADATA isn't exactly known for its laptops and so we weren't expecting much from its first 14-inch Ultrabook. With that said, we're pleasantly surprised by how well the Xenia 14 looks and performs. Not only is it incredibly light, but it has a color accurate 16:10 display, high CPU and GPU performance, easy RAM and SSD serviceability, plenty of port options including Thunderbolt 4, and long battery life. It packs a lot of punch and features considering the size and weight to be better than even the LG Gram series."
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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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