Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 2026 vs Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 Comparison

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16 inches | January 2026

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Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 2026 vs Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Aorus Master 16 2026 and Inspiron 16 Plus 7620, two laptops from Gigabyte and Dell. Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 2026 was introduced to market in January 2026 and Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 was launched in June 2022. As you can see, Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 is 4 years older than Aorus Master 16 2026. Let's see if this age difference between two laptops makes a big difference.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 2026 and Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 2026 Key Specs

Launched in January 2026
16.0" OLED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX
GPU: GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop 12GB
16GB Ram
357.2 x 255.3 x 19-24.5 mm (14.06 x 10.05 x 0.75-0.96 inches)
Weight: 2.3 kg (5.07 lbs)

Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 Key Specs

Launched in June 2022
16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 12500
GPU: GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile 4GB
16GB Ram
356.7 x 251.9 x 16.95-18.99 mm (14.04 x 9.92 x 0.67-0.75 inches)
Weight: 2.05 kg (4.52 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Aorus Master 16 2026 and Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 2026 over Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620

Refresh Rate	165 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Contrast Rate	1000000:1 vs 1200:1	more pleasing colors
Screen PPI	189 ppi vs 142 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	2560 x 1600 pixels vs 1920 x 1200 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Max Brightness	500 nits vs 300 nits	Brighter Screen
Response Time	1 ms vs 35 ms	Faster Response screen
CPU Fabrication Process	5 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 8 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	31.2 TFLOPS vs 6.14 TFLOPS	Flexible cable positions
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Left	3D Surround Sound Support
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6E	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.4 vs v5.2	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 4.0 vs 1x USB 3.2	Faster USB-C connection
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Better HDMI connectivity
HDMI Version	2.1 vs 2.0	Option to use Display port to connect to external monitors
Display Port	Yes vs No	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No

Reasons to choose Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 over Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 2026

Weight	2.05 kg vs 2.30 kg	0.25 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~82.6% vs ~81.4%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	6 mm vs 6.3 mm	0.3 mm thinner bezels
RAM BUS	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 5.0 (4x)	Faster RAM
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port

Common Strengths of Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 and Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 2026

Launch Dates	January 2026 vs June 2022	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the RAM size
RAM Type	DDR5 vs DDR5	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Built-in SD Card Reader	Yes vs Yes	Read & Write SD Cards
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 and Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 2026

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability

Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 2026 vs Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 2026 and the Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.3 kg (5.07 lbs)	2.05 kg (4.52 lbs)
Surface Area	912 cm2 (141.3 inches2)	899 cm2 (139.3 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~81.4%	~82.6%
Side Bezel Thickness	~6.3 mm	~6 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.14 kg/inch	0.13 kg/inch
	0.308 lbs/inch	0.286 lbs/inch
Colors	Black	Green

Comparison of the Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 2026 and the Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 External Dimensions

Weight

Aorus Master 16 2026 weighs 2.3 kg (5.07 lbs), whereas the Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 weighs 2.05 kg (4.52 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. The weight difference between the two laptops is not significant.

Weight Comparison

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Thickness Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

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Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 2026 is 0.14 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 is 0.13 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch

Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 2026 vs Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX	Intel Core i5 12500 Intel Core i7 12700H
Base Frequency	2.4 GHz	3.0 GHz
Turbo Frequency	5.3 GHz	4.6 GHz
Number of Cores	16	6
Number of Threads	32	12
L3 Cache	64 MB	18 MB
Integrated GPU	Radeon 610M	Intel UHD Graphics 770
CPU Fabrication Process	5 nm	10 nm

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 2026 and Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 12500

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GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop 12GB GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop 16GB GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop 24GB	GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile 4GB GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Mobile 4GB GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile 6GB
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	140 W	65 W
Nvidia Optimus	MUX	Yes
Type	Dedicated	Dedicated
FLOPS	31.2 TFLOPS	6.14 TFLOPS
Memory Size	12 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR7	GDDR6
Memory Bus	192 bit	128 bit
Memory Speed	~28 Gbps	12 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	5888	2048
TMUs	184	64
ROPs	80	32

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 2026 has a FLOPS value of 31.2 TFLOPS whereas the Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 ' has a FLOPS value of 6.14 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB 64GB	16GB 32GB 64GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	5600 MHz	4800 MHz
RAM Type	DDR5	DDR5
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Max RAM Size	64 GB	64 GB
Total Slots	2	2

Both laptops, the Aorus Master 16 2026 and the Inspiron 16 Plus 7620, come with similar RAM capacities of 16 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 (2026)	Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620
CPU	AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX	Intel Core i5 12500
GPU	GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop 12GB	GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile 4GB
Memory	16 GB ; 12 GB VRAM	16 GB ; 4 GB VRAM
Available for LLM total	~23.3 GB (10.5 GB VRAM 12.8 GB RAM)	~15.3 GB (2.5 GB VRAM 12.8 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Runs Smoothly fits in your 12 GB VRAM	✔ Runs Well fits in your 4 GB VRAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✔ Runs Well fits in your 12 GB VRAM	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 4 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	✔ Runs Well fits in your 12 GB VRAM	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 4 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	⚠ Borderline / Slow doesn't fit in 12 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 4 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 12 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B) Requires ~24 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Extra-Large Models (65B+): Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B Requires ~42 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 (2026)|Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Slow-Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	99 Wh	56 Wh 86 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left, Right	Left
Charge Power	330 W	130 W

Moreover, the Aorus Master 16 2026 boasts a larger battery capacity of 99 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Inspiron 16 Plus 7620's56 Wh.

Battery Comparison

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STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 4 TB, the Aorus Master 16 2026 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Inspiron 16 Plus 7620's max. storage capacity of 2 TB.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	2	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 5.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 2026 vs Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 2026 and Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Both Aorus Master 16 2026 and Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 screens have the same size of 16.0".The total usable screen area of the Aorus Master 16 2026 is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the Inspiron 16 Plus 7620's total usable screen area is 742cm² / 115inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Aorus Master 16 2026 features a higher pixel density with 189 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

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Refresh Rate
The Aorus Master 16 2026 offers a higher refresh rate of 165 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Furthermore, the Aorus Master 16 2026 boasts a faster response time of 1.0 ms, reducing motion blur for fast-paced content.

Brightness
The Aorus Master 16 2026 offers a higher maximum brightness of 500 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

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Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 2026 vs Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Aorus Master 16 2026 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 (v6E).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both Aorus Master 16 2026 and Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 feature 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Aorus Master 16 2026 and Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 have USB Type-C ports. Aorus Master 16 2026 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 has 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. Aorus Master 16 2026 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both Aorus Master 16 2026 and Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 feature an HDMI port. Aorus Master 16 2026 offers 1x HDMI 2.1, while Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 offers 1x HDMI 2.0.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Both Aorus Master 16 2026 and Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 come with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards.

Audio Jack
Both Aorus Master 16 2026 and Inspiron 16 Plus 7620 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v7	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.4	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	1x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	No	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.0
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	1x v2.1	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	Optional
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	Yes	No
SD CardReader	Yes	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	Yes