Dell Inspiron 16 Plus equipped with UHD Graphics or MSI Flip 16
Dell Inspiron 16 Plus equipped with UHD Graphics or MSI Flip 16
Hello
In my country, the only choice for the Dell Inspiron 16 Plus is UHD Graphics. All the reviews I've seen or read mention the Nvidia GPU.
It comes with a 11800 Processor and a Gen 3 SSD.
Would this suit your requirements?
My typical use is browsing the web, watching movies, using Lightroom moderately, and a bit of Photoshop. I don’t play games, nor do I need a laptop for business or portability.
I want plenty of space for photos, music, and videos, plus a highly accurate display.
The other option nearby that I’m considering is the new MSI Flip 16. Its internal design and display quality are superior, but it’s much pricier ($1699 for 1 TB). I could get the 16 Plus with 2 TB and 32 RAM for about $1400.
However, the MSI has some features I might not use—pen support, flip/tablet mode, touchscreen.
I’m replacing my 2017 HP Envy 15.6"
Thank you
Andrew
I'm not entirely convinced. The MSI features an ultra-low voltage CPU that will be significantly less powerful than the Dell's H-series CPU. Only a handful of Lightroom and Photoshop tasks can benefit from a dedicated GPU, which means the Dell might be the better option for your requirements.
Not too far from North Korea. Haha
I'm in Cambodia. Options are really scarce.
The Dell gets decent reviews from different print/web sites.
The MSI is still new with few reviews so far. The 13-inch model has a bit more coverage, but that's all I've seen.
I'm getting caught up in thinking too much. Either one would likely fit my real needs better and offer higher display quality (gamut, brightness, DCI-P3) compared to my HP Envy.
I'm not sure about the CPU voltage.
The CPU in the MSI Flip 16 is Intel® Core™ i7-1195G7.
As I mentioned earlier, I tend to be a bit too technical and might be overthinking things that aren't really crucial for my everyday use.
You're on the right track. An Nvidia GPU would pair well with the Dell. Using a GPU instead of Intel graphics will make Photoshop, Lightroom, and web browsing much smoother. You should be able to locate a suitable Asus, HP, or Dell laptop with a 1060 or 2060 GPU within your budget. Avoid the MSI flip—it's not a good choice.
I reside roughly nine hours away from Phnom Penh and have been in the country for nearly a decade.
One major concern is the "trust" factor with local shops. The term warranty feels hollow because they rarely carry replacement parts or genuine components.
Most retailers stock budget, low-quality laptops aimed at a less affluent clientele, while gaming models are reserved for a niche audience.
I currently have around eight laptops on my watchlist, but stores typically don’t order specific items or even match the right specifications if they do.
There might be three to four stores worth considering.
There are no professional reviews available for the Flip 16 yet. It's a brand new product. I reviewed one highly positive feedback about the Flip 13 and another moderately positive one of the Flip 13, with some complaints about the price.
The device is expected to offer a very accurate color display and includes many features I might never actually use, such as pen support, flip/tablet modes, and a touchscreen.
Specification details: CPU Intel® Core™ i7-1195G7, 16GB LPDDR4X RAM, NVMe 1TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 3050 graphics, 16" QHD 2K display, backlit keyboard, touch screen, Windows 10 OS, and a one-year parts warranty. It comes with free bag MSI, mouse, mouse pad, and a 64GB flash drive. Priced at $1,699.00.
You've decided now, so go ahead and purchase the laptop you wish to buy.