Dell
Dell 16 Laptop DC16250-16
A entry-level laptop for everyday users and creators, leading with 16 in.
42/100
16 inIntel Core 5 120UIntel Graphics16 GB512 GBIPS
£699best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- USB-C charging
- HDMI
- 3.5 mm jack
- Above-average cpu max clock
- Below-average ram
Score profile
Scored against the laptops classWhere the Dell 16 Laptop DC16250-16 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Screen size16 "
Panel typeIPS
Resolution1920
Aspect ratio16
Design and build
Weight1.98 kg
Chassis materialrecycled materials
Performance
CPUIntel Core 5 120U
CPU cores10
CPU max clock5 GHz
GPUIntel Graphics
Memory and storage
RAM16 GB
RAM typeDDR5
RAM speed5200 MHz
Storage512 GB
Storage typeNVMe
Battery
USB-C chargingYes
Ports
USB-A ports1
USB-C ports1
HDMIYes
HDMI version1.4
3.5 mm jackYes
Keyboard and biometrics
Backlit keyboardYes
NumpadYes
Fingerprint readerYes
Connectivity
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6
BluetoothBluetooth
Software
Operating systemWindows
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowDell 16 Laptop DC16250-16 vs Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12
Dell 16 Laptop DC16250-16Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12
| DellDell 16 Laptop DC16250-16This page | LenovoLenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42 /100 | 42 /100 |
| Size | 16 " | 14 " |
| Weight | 1.98 kg | 0 kgBetter |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| CPU | Intel Core 5 120U | Core Ultra 5 |
| GPU | Intel Graphics | — |
Who it's for
Is the Dell 16 Laptop DC16250-16 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable laptop for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier laptop is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Dell 16 Laptop DC16250-16 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 42/100 against other laptops, a entry-level result where the class average is around 45.
What stands out on the Dell 16 Laptop DC16250-16?
Its usb-c charging stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14?
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 scores 43/100 versus this one at 42/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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