Do I still recommend the Dell Inspiron 16?!
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- čas přidán 6. 02. 2023
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Despite the changes from Dell, including removing the numpad and watering down the hardware slightly, the Inspiron 16 is still a solid hitter.
Who is this computer for?
- Audio Editors
- Light Video Editors / CZcamsrs (1080p) / GoPro footage
- Photographers working in Photoshop
- Light Gaming or casual gamers
- Accountants / Data Entry / Productivity Work
- College Students / School Work
- Office Work
Review unit specs:
-16" FHD Non Touch 300nit Non-Glare IPS LCD
-8GB RAM (upgradable)
-512GB NVMe (upgradable)
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Thanks for actually showing the ports. Like your style, thanks for the review.
You bet! Appreciate you watching!
@@ComputerStuffhello what 4K laptop would you recommend 300-800 price point?
for me the lack of numpad is an advantage
I'd like to know more about the screen.
dell advertises the ryzen version equipped with 300 nits touch screen
While the intel version are non-touch with 250 nits.
I'm leaning toward the intel version, as I have the choice to get it with the mx570 greaphics adapter.
but I'm not sure if 250 nits would be bright enough.
I'd actually wager that despite their advertising, getting a 300 vs 250 nit screen is more luck of the draw as to what the factory had that day. That said, if you're using it in doors exclusively, 250 nits is probably OK, but if you're going to go outside with it, you'll want the extra brightness. Kind of like crappy webcams, there's no excuse for these dim screens these days.
Do you know how long the battery lasts during like browsing on chrome and typing on word?
thank you for the review
No problem 👍
I bought this laptop for homework use, and when I watch some youtube, I set the volume to 2, and I can still hear clearly.
Glad to hear!
I just bought it for school!! Cant wait to get it!
Enjoy it!
Been good?
How much did you get it?
Nice, thanks for this video.
Glad you liked it!
Thanks! The similar specced laptop Acer Go 16 is AUD $200 more but has a better multicore processor according to benchmarks, worth it imo since I do lots of video editing
Video editing needs a lot of horsepower!
might be a silly question but I wanted to know if the 16 inch screen size is better than a 15.6 for reading articles and writing? I mean is there a huge difference between 15.6 and 16 in terms screen size for easier reading!
No there isn't a big difference!
Thanks for the review. This is the laptop i'm considering. Your review of the laptop was fine, but still leaves all us consumers in the dark. This or the Vostros, or the Latitude...? Im hearing that the differences are software features, while others say the internal components are different. Any knowledge about this?
It's a combination of software and hardware. Generally speaking the Latitude and Vostro lineup are for Dell's busienss class customers. THe laptops support higher security protocols as well as docking stations and the like. If these are things that you won't use (and most don't), then going with an Inspiron will save you money and offer you better consumer class features.
I don't like num pad. This is a much better desing. The keyboard is right in the center and not on the left side, which makes it awkward to type.
True
Top quality helpful video. As looking for use/refurbished general use laptop that can be a couple of gens older.
Glad you liked it!
Hi Chris. I do consider buying this laptop. I just want to know a few things first.
1. Does the screen wobble when you type on keyboard?
2. How's the battery life? I mainly do encoding and media playbacks.
3. As I travel a lot, is it worth getting this 16 inch instead of a 14 inch for portability?
Thanks a lot in advance man.
1: I dont think you'll have an issue with screen wobble.
2: Battery life should offer "all day". Practically about 8-10 hours.
3: If you travel, I'd recommend the 14".
@@ComputerStuff thank you so much!
Hey I have a question hopefully you can answer me is you laptop also bright in the lower to corners when your room is dark and the monitor is illustrating a dark surface or while watching a movie
This is called Backlight bleed. It's less common on these Dells but still possible depending on the display that you got. Short answer is, normal, but annoying.
Hey Chris
Do you recommend inspiron 2 in 1 for programming
Please help!
I've bought this laptop recently inspiron 16 5620..
The left side of the laptop is getting kind of warm although the fan is working.
Additionally, air is not coming out of the left vent.
Is that normal? I'm so confused💔
Warm is normal. They are tight little spaces after all! You're ok!
I'm considering to buy one for my studies and with a budget from max 1300 euros. Would you recommend this one for graphic design? I am going to run programs like adobe illustrator and Autocad?
Yes we have clients that use this for CAD.
I am confused between 2 laptops dell G15 with intel i5-12500H 16GB RAM and RTX 3050 and dell inspiron 16 with ryzen 7 5825u 16GB RAM AMD radeaon graphics. My usage is light gaming probably games like GTA5 which is a well optimized game , sometimes video editing as an hobby and i am Computer Engineering Student. Which shall laptop shall I go with and how well ryzen 7 5825u handles game without dedicated GPU please let me know? I am not concerned about battery if it gives me like 2-3hours its ok because in my University we have great charging point infrastructure.
Given your description and specs, were it my money, I'd go with the Dell G15!
Hi!! I’m looking for a computer for my mom… she does office work and internet navigation mostly. No big programs and very light games (like sudoku or like older games)… would you think the dell inspiron 16 AMD Ryzen™ 7 7730U (20 MB total cache, 8 cores, 16 threads) with 1T memory and 16gb ram will be okay?
More than OK!
The centered keyboard and touchpad are ideal for writers. Offset keyboards will kill you (or at least cause a lot of headaches and typos)!
It's amazing how polarizing a thing the numpad is. Writers hate it. Accountants / Doctors love it.
I'm not sure if you get it in US but there is a Vostro version 16 inch wich kept the numpad . I can't see too many reviews of it except those from India. I would love to see one from you if you can get your hands on it. Vostro 5620 or 5625.
I'm curios, what are you using more, speakers or the numpad? Why not get a superior wireless numpad?
The Vostro also has ethernet port. Definitely more business-friendly.
@@owlmostdead9492 funny lenovo has both on 16 inch , huawei matebook d16 too. def im not buying dell
thinking about upgrading from an A10 from the last epoch... you nailed it on the numpad. Is it a completely plastic shell? good stuff
No the Inspirons have some metal mixed into the shell as well. Good build quality.
@@ComputerStuff got one and youre right, pretty nice build quality. Keep getting my left hand off of the home row tho. Kinda wish the F and J 'feelers' were a little more accentuated.
fine, if this laptop speaker is not good enough, what laptop speakers do you recommend as the best???
MacBook ;)
What is the average battery life you can get after a full charge ( doing websurf/word tasks/reading PDFs)?
If I recall right its about 10ish hours. "Full day" for practical use.
Hi, I have a question. My Inspiron 16 5625's microphone is so low during video calls. The person I'm calling can hardly hear me. How do I fix this?
Does your video call program have a settings menu or control panel? If you go in there, there may be a spot to increase the gain.
Would this be good fpr illustration work? And what actuve sylus is compatible?
Thank you for the review video!
I personally (visual artist myself) think that a cheaper laptop with a tablet is better than a hybrid. Most times the stylus will be jittery, and the feel personally isn't there with a glossy screen like this. If you are ok with buying a screen protector it may help to avoid over time scratching on the display, but this also may wear down the pen with models such as paperlike. If you do end up buying this solely for illustration work let me know how it goes, but I still think ipads or devoted tablets are the better option. It helps you save a bunch on your model, and as an artist- if you are flipping the laptop over to not be distracted by the keyboard the problem becomes the fact you lose your shortcuts. Also the palm detection isn't the most reliable.
I’m deciding between this and the Acer Swift X i am a student but i am also trying to use the same laptop for editing youtube videos and some light gaming so out of this or the Acer Swift X what do you think I should purchase?
I'd probably go with the ACER Swift X. I like the Dell, but that ACER is a pretty hard to beat platform.
@@ComputerStuff ok thanks
I was about to go with Dell but Vostro variant but I heard Acer is launching a swift Go 16 variant in june
Starting a 6 months coding boot camp since on a budget with loans and things like that was looking into getting this laptop and one know how this would do for coding?
It would do great for coding.
Would you recommend this for CAD/slicing 3D models?
Absolutely!
THOLAR energy *ACK!*
I did not see that coming, lol. And numpad is a nice bonus, imo. Kinda unforrunate to not see one of a laptop that's a whopping 16". I think ive had them on all of my laptops that wasn't my one ultrabook and they were under 16".
It's interesting that Dell is deciding to edge away from them.
I need the following specs in a laptop:
detachable & touch screen
long battery life
reliability
not interested in gaming & video editing
Can you recommend a specific laptop ?
You may want to take a look at the ASUS Slates.
@@ComputerStuff Thanks, Did you come across ASUS ZENBOOK series?
Just got one, the 16 5635, no ethernet bugs me, heard there's an adaptor for that? Also how do I make it go to sleep instead of always powering up from square one each time? Thx if you reply, understand if you dont.
There is a Thunderbolt or USB-C to ethernet adapter available. They can be purchsed from Amazon or Dell directly. If you go into system settings in Windows 11, there should be an option in there to turn off Hybrid Sleep and that will prevent it from cutting off.
@@ComputerStuff Did this last nite, it worked, closed lid, same pic when I opened it, but not today, but it didn't save changes. If I cant get it wired up I'm returning the darned thing. Will copy yr comment to Notepad. TYSM!!
@@ComputerStuff So glad I went through the comments. The lack of Ethernet was the only thing bothering me, didn't even know USB-C to Ethernet was an option. Ordering laptop now :) Thank you!
Can the Inspiron 16 run well with cad software? Looking to get one for my major in mechanical engineering (I’m an incoming freshman)
Yes. We have clients that run CAD on them.
Hello!! I'm a medicine student, and im thinking of buying the new inspiron 16 5625, do you recommend it?
Yes absolutely!
I just bought this for content creating on youtube. Will this connect to the Dell docking station to run multiple monitors?
A USB-C dock, yes.
@@ComputerStuff thank you. I tried hooking up a HP to the dell dock WD19 a couple days ago and ended up taking the laptop back. I basically got an older dell Inspiron 17 2 in 1 for free through my work.
Can it handle adobe photoshop, priemiere, visual studio for coding, and clip studio paint?
Yes.
Hey man im looking into buying this laptop as a "Budget" beginner streaming laptop if i hook up an elgato hd60x and use it to stream with do you think itll run everything okay?
Yes this should have enough power to run an Elgato.
@@ComputerStuff cool thanks for getting back to me man appreciate you👌💯
Hi Chris! I'm considering to buy one of the, but I'm unable to find answers to this 2 questions:
1. Does this particular model (non 2 in 1 and Plus) have 120Hz display?
2. Can I upgrade the RAM to 32Gb ???
I'll be really thankful for Your possible quick response!!!
1: No to 120
2: Yes you can!
@@ComputerStuff thank you dude. Just ordered it from Amazon for about 1050 USD. It seems I bought Plus version
Awesome! I think you'll like the computer a lot!@@95VaGa
@@ComputerStuff will keep you in touch
@@ComputerStuff I received the laptop about 2 weeks ago. Everything seems to be ok and maybe fine but there is one, and probably a huge problem: I'm constantly facing sound distortions when listening to loud music, watching video or something like that. Sometimes even when pressing a single key on a keyboard I'm hearing standard windows sound with distortion at the end (like the same sound when you are inserting old speakers' cable into 3.5mm jack). So I'm wondering if you are having or you have had the same issue like me. I also found at least one guy who has the same problem as I
can we charge the laptop via usb-c port? if yes, watt? thx.
Yes you can. 65w should be fine
No num-pad??
Hello,
Do you know or can check if the Inspiron 6 wifi driver handle rhe reduced power setting ?
Regards
Are you asking if the wifi card will take less energy in a reduced power setting instead of using full Wifi 6 bandwidth?
@@ComputerStuff Actually I would like to know if the "transmitted power" setting is available in the wifi driver advance setting with this computer.
@@jeromehugues While not the same, we do have another review unit in that's a 16 2 in 1 and it does have the Tx option, yes.
@@ComputerStuff Thank you
Hey, have you noticed any issues with the trackpad being unresponsive or jittery? I've heard quite a few issues with the trackpad in these laptops so just curious
Haven't had that, no. We've had some issues with Ghosting on some Dell units, (cursor feels like its on ice) but no jitter or lack of response. Overall trackpad on here was solid.
I got same problem so I got refund
I am facing same issue along with noisy fans and little battery backup issue.
I’ve had the issue with the trackpad where the cursor jumped around erratically and froze up. This was within like 2 to 3 months after purchasing. So they replaced it with a new one.
Now the new one is doing the same thing after about 4-5 months of using. Both times they said the trackpad needed replacing. This is not a good laptop.
Bro i also have the same problem. I replaced the trackpad 3 times.
Is the body all Aluminum? I've heard the bottom is plastic.
Some models have plastic bottoms, yes. But its nothing cheap or that will break easy.
Why don't they provide an original power cord and only provide the c-usb charger? It's in my way. They should provide both options in my opinion. They didn't offer the choice which is bad for me.
Seems to be fairly random as to which charger someone gets.
Would you recommend for graphic design?
Yes!
hey! im getting this in 2 weeks, is the keyboard black, why does it look gray? 🤔
Its dark grey.
Its dark grey.
is this model having any fan noise issue or heating issue and track pad issues ? Have u experienced any ? I am planning to buy the i7 variant 5630
We've had close to a hundred of these machines in our office in the past 30 days and I dont think I have had one with the fan / heating issues after doing all the windows updates and BIOS updates.
@@ComputerStuff Great and I recently bought the i7 variant and it works without any issues.
@@gopinathkrm58hi bro I want to buy it does it have any issues?
@@jayabandaru Its been a couple of weeks and I didn't face any heat issues. I just bought it for office use, and multi tasking are very smooth and fast. good and big display. Mine is 5630 - i7 16 GB RAM 1TB SSD
@@gopinathkrm58 bro does it have noisy fan issues as I was seeing many comments about it can u pls confirm me?
How is the fan noise on this one, is it high pitched or not?
Under load, yes it can be. But normal usage its silent.
Hi, I’m wanting to become a writer and I want to write stuff on it and store my stories on it and was wondering if this laptop would be good for that? Thanks
Yes, absolutely!
@@ComputerStuff Thanks!
I got one for $1399 when it released
What about battery?
I can expect 5-6 hours battery?
Roughly, yes.
Does it have an aluminum case shell?
It does indeed!
Hey Chris,
It was a very clean review of the machine.
I'm from India. Do you think spending $1100 on an i7-1255U, 16gb/512gb with MX570/2gb is worth it?
Thanks Ashish. It's to my understanding that prices in India are a little higher in general so yes relatively speaking I think that sounds like a decent deal!
@@ComputerStuff Thank you Chris, for taking out a minute from your busy schedule in responding to my query.
All the best✨
@@ashishkande4980 Hi Have you brought this machine, how is the experience?
Dell Inspiron 16 5620 i5 1240P Vs i5 1235U ? Better is?
You will probably get just EVER so slightly better performance out of the 1240p.
How do I register my fingerprint to turn it on
Go to SETTINGS, search for WINDOWS HELLO, and you can register your finger print in there.
I have this one its Great
They are pretty solid!
I was looking at xps but didn't want to spend over $2k so now I'm looking at this one. Is this a good one for home use? Not into game but just need to do office stuff (spreadsheet and words), photo editing and videos for fun and able to stream videos. Is this one reliable for what I need?
@@chanthana7694 I have it and its is good
how is battery life? how much run time
My numpad just gathers dust. Awaiting delivery of one any day now!
Enjoy the new computer!
How to write the letter "Ñ" and the seat "´" ?
I dont understand.
The numpad for me is indispensable, especially for work-related tasks. Rare for a laptop that's 16 in big to have none (most 15.6 laptops have it). The fact that they removed it to make space for the speaker is a bit of a head scratcher for me. I use my laptop speaker only when i don't have my headphones or bluetooth speaker, which is rarely. Haven't encountered a laptop with speakers that can compete with standard headphones/bluetooth speakers.
Its funny the love hate relationship different people have with the numpad!
Why are these 1,000 bucks now? My college bookstore has it listed at 1,200
That's a lot of money. These start at 550 on Dell's website in USA.
Is this good for graphic design?
Absolutely!
thanks. but man if they squeeze in a numpad (which most of us never use) the keyboard you "liked so much" gets screwed up. i think it's great as it is for 90% of us. job done.
Probably true.
my 2-in-1 has the c port charger. that's what sold me on it
C port charging is the 🐝🦵🏼
When they give a Numpad with the 16”,
they just move the Touchpad to the Side
and it looks Ugly. This One looks
Good.
She's a handsome laptop!
How long does the battery last?
I'd say about 8 hours practically speaking.
@Fak Yiu you’re right. You should see the stack load of cash Dell gave all of us to shill this piece of crap. Ferrari money!
OR, you failed to update the bios and drivers, you have some crummy piece of software, eating resources in the background, or you got a lemon. one bad apple doesn’t ruin the whole bag.
If you hate it so much exercise your return policy.
@Fak Yiu you should buy an HP next…
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@Fak Yiu look I’m sorry you’re having troubles w yours man but we’ve sold hundreds of these Dells and rarely have major issues that can’t be solved with a bios update (w exception being the thermal paste problem dells are notorious for). No shilling - we just like ‘em.
I purchased this directly from Dell, cost $799.00 with a 1 TB SSD and a back lighted keyboard. Despite the lack of the num pad buyer beare, The standard FH camera will not work with Windows face recognition for signing in to windows.
799 is a decent price. And no, few laptops come with Windows Hello camera.
does it have audio jack?
Yes
@@ComputerStuff
Thanks
Prefer the numpad gone... but they could have added home pg-up keys to the right side like on the L502x
It's funny, the numpad is a very polarizing thing.
I absolutely cannot get this stupid laptop to work for zoom or teams! I hate it! I’ve bought usb headsets (it stopped recognizing them), tried to just use the speakers (no one can hear me), tried updating drivers. Any suggestions would be welcomed. I’m at wits end.
Hi bro
I like this machine, but the lack of numpad has stopped me from already ordering, also I'd like to see an upgrade to Ryzen 6000 series CPU's for the bump to RDNA2 IGPU. The price in Canada is OVER $1000 😕 Also, the battery seems small given the size of the laptop.
Yeah the numpad thing was a curious choice. A lot of unhappy buyers regarding that. This particular laptop is definitely not worth north of $1,000, but I also have no frame of reference for CA computer prices.
I'm the other way around. I *refuse* a laptop with a numpad. I find it so stupid to have to line up my hands along the left. All that unused space along the right.
Plus the touchpad ends up in the incorrect position, because centering it under F and J means the touchpad would sit way to the left.
So kudos to DELL for daring to break the standard. Plus 16:10 aspect ratio, 16 inch.
It's got all the sweet spots!
Can you play steam game on it??
Yes!
no get the Dell Vostro 5630 < the ethernet jack has been a masterpiece for terminal connections.
While ethernet is a nice luxury to have, for most people these days, it's not a necessity. That said I do like the Vostros!
Is it good for a freshman college student studying computer science?
Excellent for that use!
Got mine for $529+taxes (with Dell coupons) yes best value for your money.
Nice find
Now days the plus is $1800.00. Most reviewers say the pad is problemmatic.
Having uses several variants of the 16 and 16+ not to mention the numerous clients we have sold these to, I haven't heard many if any complaints about the pad being problematic.
@@ComputerStuff OK then I will buy one.
I hate the number pad is offsets the trackpad in an inconvenient way, and I disagree that most pepole like it
We have a lot of clients that request laptops with numpads. Generally speaking these are doctors offices or accountants however, who have a lot of data entry needs.
Probably the last good value Inspiron, since all the new 13th gen have soldered RAM (and WiFi?).
The soldered RAM stuff that Lenovo and Dell are borrowing from Apple is frustrating!
@@ComputerStuff It's actually more egregious, with Apple, it's an SOC where RAM, GPU, CPU are on a single package and are architecturally inseparable. With Dell and Lenovo it's just planned obsolescence and greed though Apple has no business soldering storage onto the mainboard, that's also just greed.
It's successor 5630 is a 13th Gen so probably better performance
Also FHD+ screen will be standard.
So would that make difference or should I get existing 12th Gen or wait for 13th .
Usage would be programing and lightweight editing.
@@chiragmehta9731 There's not a huge difference in 13th gen vs 12th gen, if you can find the 12th gen for cheaper, you should get 12th gen. If both are the same price you might as well get the 13th gen.
Edit: If you plan to upgrade the RAM yourself, 12th gen is the only choice and don't get anything less than 16Gb if you can't upgrade the RAM.
I was thinking if 13th gen variant would have better thermals and no trackpad issue. Coz many 12th gen users have complaints regarding that.
Noooo I do not like the NumPad its crams the keys and you can always use the Numerical Keys on the top of the Keyboard... Learn typeing so you will never need a numpad 🤦♀
I own this.
Heck yeah!
I refuse a laptop with a numpad. I find it so stupid to have to line up my hands along the left. All that unused space along the right.
Plus the touchpad ends up in the incorrect position, because centering it under F and J means the touchpad would sit way to the left.
So kudos to DELL for daring to break the standard. Plus 16x10 aspect ratio so not that stupid mail-slot effect that the stupid wide ones have, 16 inch so way more useful than 14.
It's got all the sweet spots! Literally, what competes with this? I see no other options!
After a day's ownership I am seriously considering returning mine. I spec'd mine with a 1334u i5 thinking it would be cool and quiet, but the fan is so ridiculously noisy it's hard not to be distracted. It's not as if I've been running demanding apps - just browsing CZcams causes enough heat for the fan to spin up noticeably. In contrast, my old XPS with an i7 is near silent. Hands down the worst laptop I've ever bought.
That's a shame. We just reviewed the newest Inspiron 16 and it's awesome. No issues with fan or overheating. Sorry to hear about your bad experience.
The DOO DOO LMAO
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how are the thermals on it? I don't want to have a baking tray on my lap when i'm trying to work lying in bed. Like with another DELL range *cough LATITUDE cough*
hahah, yeah this one can get kinda hot at the bottom - for what its worth a lot of laptops seem to have that. They're so thin with lots of power.
What under 12 pound all in one printer under $200 works for this laptop
Under 12 pounds?? That's a tough one, I'd stay clear of HP printers, but check out Epson or Canon.
Ahhhh….narsil….have one myself
You can have my axe..
Does it have the horse power to play genshin impact tho? 🤔
I'll have to check with the horse. I think so.
for a business computer the lack of number pad is a deal breaker.
Dell offers no more any Inspiron 16 with Ryzen and 32GB RAM.
Shame :(
GO ask Apple for a Numpad
That ship has well sailed!
No me escribas todo aqui
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Dude stop
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@@ComputerStuff make children with your father
That's inappropriate? @@CAIORAZ
@@ComputerStuff why, you do that every day with your dad why is it so bad to say now.
DO NOT BUY DELL INSPIRON. THE TOUCHPAD IS BROKEN AND ANY ATTEMPT TO REPLACE PARTS IS FUTILE AS ALL PARTS MANUFACTURED ARE MANUFACTURED WITH THE SAME PROBLEMS. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY.
Check out HP ;)
its trash
Wrong.
I despise the numpad and prefer front-facing speakers.
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