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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 is less expensive with a smaller, lower-powered processor and graphics unit which makes it suitable for general use like web browsing and office applications. It is also lightweight and has a decent battery life, making it more portable. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 offers more storage, a more powerful processor and graphics unit, and a larger screen, which is better suited for more intensive tasks like photo editing, light video editing, and casual gaming. It is less portable due to its larger size and weight, and it costs more. Both have touchscreens and similar battery life, but the Dell's higher specs may reduce its battery life during demanding tasks. If your priority is performance for demanding tasks and a larger screen, go for the Dell. If you want something more portable and budget-friendly for everyday tasks, the Acer may be the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14
- Very good portability
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5625
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.5
7.7
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good for general use, while the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 is only fair.
The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 has a less powerful Intel i3 processor, lower RAM, and smaller storage which limits its general performance compared to the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 which features a robust AMD Ryzen 7 processor, double the RAM, and ample storage, offering smoother and more efficient operation for various tasks.
Engineering and Design
5.9
7.1
3.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 outperforms the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 in engineering and design tasks due to its stronger AMD processor, double the RAM, and more capable integrated graphics, all of which contribute to better handling of demanding software in these fields. Additionally, the Dell's larger screen with comparable quality provides more workspace, however, it is heavier and thus slightly less portable than the lighter Acer, which may be an important consideration for users who prioritize mobility.
Content Creation
7.0
7.6
3.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 are both good for content creation, though the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
6.9
7.5
3.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good for software development, while the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
6.2
6.2
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 for content creation, and software development.
The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 likely have sufficient resolution and brightness for everyday tasks, but their display technologies might not offer the vibrancy and viewing angles desirable for more intensive use. For engineering and design, accurate color rendition is crucial; these laptops' screens may not cover the wide color gamuts needed for professional color work. When it comes to gaming and 3D, the lower refresh rates of these laptops can result in less fluid visuals, which is less than ideal for fast-paced or immersive experiences.
Build Quality
6.2
7.0
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$418
$800
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 has a price of $418 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 costs $800.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.8
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5625 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both rated as fair for gaming and 3D tasks due to their integrated graphics—the Intel UHD Graphics Xe for Acer and Vega 8 for Dell—and standard 60Hz screen refresh rates. The Acer's graphics are less capable for demanding games and 3D applications compared to the Dell's stronger Vega 8 graphics, yet both are limited by their refresh rates and are better suited for casual gaming rather than high-end performance gaming.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has 8 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 to have very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has good portability.
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Spec Comparison
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| Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 | Dell Inspiron 16 5625 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$418 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.6'' x 9'' x 0.74'' | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.31 lbs | 4.12 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.6" | 14.05" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9" | 9.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i3-N305 | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 40 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 265 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14
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Olivier Martin, Ryan Lim, and Yannick Khong | November 2023
"The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 is okay for school use. It feels reasonably well-built, and its compact design makes it easy to carry around. The battery lasts around seven hours of light use, so you only have to plug it in for a short time to get through a typical school day. The overall user experience is so-so; the display looks sharp but dim, and the touchpad is fairly responsive, albeit small."
Dell Inspiron 16 5625
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Derek Sullivan | January 2023
"I think there is fair value in the Inspiron 16 this year. Very little has changed with the laptop and my opinion hasn’t really changed either. In other words, I like it. Overall, I think the pros far outweigh the cons of this laptop and the price is certainly justifiable. I found this to be a great typer and I could potentially work all day on this machine, provided I don’t need a graphics card."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
About Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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