Dell Inspiron 3480 vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Dell Inspiron 3480 and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Dell Inspiron 3480 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Inspiron 3480 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

solid build quality

adequate performance

good port selection

average battery life

dim display

limited upgrade options

modest graphics performance

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-resolution display

slim, attractive design

good thermal management

robust build quality

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Inspiron 3480 and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
72 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
86 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Inspiron 3480 vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Inspiron 3480 ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.9 cm x 24.19 cm x 2.1 cm 35.5 cm x 24.6 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.79 kg 2.3 kg
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Dell Inspiron 3480 ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 111.94 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, 25 ms response rate, 0.2265 mm pixel pitch, ±40° horizontal viewing angle, +10/-30 vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Dell Inspiron 3480 ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 5405U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 14-core
Cache 2 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Dell Inspiron 3480 ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
RAM 4 GB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Dell Inspiron 3480 ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Inspiron 3480 ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Video Memory - 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel -
Camera Features 720p HD movie recording, fixed focus, 78.6 degrees IR camera, Windows Hello
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, 3-microphone array
Codec Realtek ALC3204 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features MaxxAudio Pro Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Inspiron 3480 ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8106 -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Dell Inspiron 3480 ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell Inspiron 3480 ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 19.5 V 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT Dell Inspiron 3480 ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features - Chiclet keyboard, 1 RGB zone, 1.7mm travel distance, ASUS Overstroke technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Inspiron 3480 ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Interfaces HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Dell Inspiron 3480 ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (Trial), Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Inspiron 3480 ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Built-in 3 cooling fans, integrated dust filters, ASUS Aura Sync technology, ErgoLift, BIOS protection, AniMe Matrix lighting, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Arc Flow Fans, 0dB Ambient Cooling, ROG Nebula HDR Display
Max Operating Temperature 40 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - N4004W
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