Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2vsDell Inspiron 16 Plus 7630

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Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2
ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2 delivers decent performance despite its tiny size with AMD's Ryzen Pro 7 processor.
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2 boasts a premium feel with more metal construction throughout.
The ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2's stunning OLED display boasts vivid colors, deep blacks, and a smooth high refresh rate.
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2 features a high-quality webcam, microphone array, and glass haptic trackpad primarily.
Dell
Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7630
Inspiron 16 Plus 7630

Quick Stats

The Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7630 delivers impressive performance, ideal for productivity and streaming with up to 15% boost.
The Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7630 has a sturdy aluminum chassis, weighing approximately 4.5 pounds overall.
The display requires adjustments to reach desired brightness and color accuracy, but offers excellent contrast otherwise.
The Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7630 boasts a powerful processor, dedicated graphics, quad speakers, and upgradeable storage/ram features.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2
Winner
#9
Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7630
#10
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2
#650
Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7630
#308
Winner
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2
#92
Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7630
#78
Winner
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2
#235
Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7630
#34
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2
#60
Winner
Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7630
#575
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2
#91
Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7630
#57
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2
Dell Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7630
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7840U
Intel Core i7-13700H
AMD Radeon 780M
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 65W)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2

Strengths

The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2 has a fantastic machine with amazing battery life.
It's a great processor, AMD's Ryzen Pro 7 or 7 Pro, complemented by 32 gigs of RAM.
The integrated GPU is actually fairly solid and decent performance out of an integrated GPU.
It has a 13.3 in OLED display with 2880 x800 res, which is gorgeous for color proofing.
The machine is incredibly compact, lightweight, and has a lot to offer for anyone looking for a thin and light laptop.
The battery life is expected to be over 10 hours, which is impressive for its size.
It comes with a 3-year warranty, which is a nice add-on that not many manufacturers offer.

Weaknesses

This machine may not be suitable for gaming due to its integrated GPU and lack of discrete option.
The keyboard feels nice but the reviewer didn't mention anything special about it.
There's no USB-C port on the right side of the machine, only on the left.
The fingerprint scanner is located on the lower right side of the deck, which may not be ideal for some users.
The battery life may vary depending on usage, and the reviewer didn't provide any actual measurements.
There's no mention of the laptop's weight or portability in terms of carrying it around.
The reviewer mentioned that some specs are soldered to the board, which may limit upgradability.

Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7630

Strengths

The laptop has a pretty decent port selection, including two USB-A ports, Thunderbolt 4, a barrel pin connector for the charger, a headphone jack, and a Micro SD card slot.
The keyboard is tactile and clicky, which is a nice change from some other keyboards in its class.
The trackpad is responsive and doesn't do anything weird or slippery, making it easy to use.
Quad stereo speakers get really loud but have no base, which might be a drawback for some users.
Battery life is pretty good at around 7 hours of run time with the Intel Graphics quality settings set to middle.
The laptop has two fans on its heatsink, making cooling effective in terms of CPU and GPU temperatures.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2

The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2 is a compact powerhouse that redefines the boundaries of portability without sacrificing performance. Boasting an AMD Ryzen Pro 7 processor, 32GB RAM, and a solid integrated GPU, this machine delivers impressive battery life and decent performance in its class. The 13.3-inch OLED display shines with vibrant colors and 2880x800 resolution. With features like Wi-Fi 6E, a fingerprint scanner, and a three-year warranty, the Z13 Gen 2 is an attractive option for those seeking a lightweight, yet capable device.

Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7630

The Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7630 is a versatile laptop that packs a punch without screaming "gaming laptop." Weighing in at just under 5 pounds, it's a compact powerhouse that can handle creative work, Blender rendering, and more. While its price point of $1,650 may be steep for some, the value lies in its balanced performance and feature set. A solid keyboard, responsive trackpad, and quad speakers are just a few of the highlights. But does this laptop truly deliver on its promise?

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