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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Aspire 5 17 offers a larger screen size, making it suitable for those who prefer a more expansive display for multitasking or media consumption, but it is heavier and may be less convenient to carry around. It has a number pad, which is beneficial for data entry but comes with lower storage and memory. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 has a smaller, higher-resolution display that is also touchscreen, making it more portable and versatile. It boasts better performance with higher storage and memory, which is advantageous for intensive tasks and engineering use. The Dell also has a longer battery life, making it more suitable for those who need to work on the go without frequent charging. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 5 17
- The Acer Aspire 5 17 has no clear advantages over the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435.
Advantages of the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2
6.1
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
266.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
216.0 nits
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 5 17 for content creation, and software development.
For general use such as browsing and video streaming, both laptops have adequate resolution and brightness, providing a decent visual experience, but may not offer the crispness and vibrancy found in higher-end displays. In engineering and design, color accuracy is essential; these laptops offer fair color reproduction, but professionals might find them lacking compared to displays with wider color gamuts that ensure more precise hues. When it comes to 3D and gaming, the lower refresh rates on these laptops may lead to less smooth visuals, which is a disadvantage for fast-paced games or 3D applications that benefit from quicker screen updates.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 5 17 has 7 hours of battery life. The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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
Good
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has very good portability, while the Acer Aspire 5 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5
7.4
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 5 17 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$700
$779
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Acer Aspire 5 17 has a price of $700 and the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 costs $779.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.3
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
266.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
216.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Acer Aspire 5 17 are both good for general use.
The Acer Aspire 5 17 is suited for general use with its large 17-inch screen, suitable for multitasking and watching content, and comes with a solid processor and standard RAM, but it is less portable due to its larger size and slightly lower battery life. Conversely, the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 with a more compact 14-inch screen, higher resolution, and more RAM handles tasks smoothly and offers better portability with a lighter weight and longer battery life, plus the flexibility of a 2-in-1 convertibility for tablet use.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.3
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Acer Aspire 5 17 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Aspire 5 17 and Dell Inspiron 14 7435 both offer fair performance for gaming and 3D applications, mainly due to their integrated graphics – the Acer with an Intel Iris Xe and the Dell with an AMD Vega 8, which while suitable for light gaming, lack the power of dedicated gaming GPUs. Furthermore, both have similar standard screen refresh rates of 60Hz which is adequate for casual gaming but less than the higher refresh rates preferred by more serious gamers.
Engineering and Design
6.7
7.1
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 to be good for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 5 17 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 outperforms the Acer Aspire 5 17 in CPU, RAM, and GPU capabilities, featuring a potent AMD Ryzen 7 processor with Vega 8 graphics and double the RAM, which is essential for demanding engineering tasks. Furthermore, the Dell offers a higher resolution and screen quality, while still maintaining good portability and low operating noise, which benefits professionals on the move without sacrificing performance.
Content Creation
7.2
7.6
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Acer Aspire 5 17 are both good for content creation.
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
7.2
7.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Acer Aspire 5 17 are both good for software development.
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.
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How the Acer Aspire 5 17 and the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Aspire 5 17 | Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$700 | $779 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.8'' x 10.1'' x 0.71'' | 12.4'' x 8.9'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.61 lbs | 3.48 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.83" | 12.36" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.1" | 8.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 50.3 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 266 nits | 216 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.3/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Acer Aspire 5 17
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Marcus Schwarten | March 2021
"The Acer Aspire 5 17 laptop shows the expected strengths in the test. Besides the usual high build quality, the configuration convinces in most benchmarks and tests. The combination of CPU, GPU, and RAM is absolutely sufficient for the everyday office and browsing tasks of a laptop. It also renders the odd game passably if the requirements aren't too high. We liked the matte display in the test as well as the fairly manageable dimensions despite the screen size. It can also be used outdoors, even if it's certainly not a laptop designed for mobility."
Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
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Eric Grevstad | August 2023
"We see no shame in an economy laptop missing the four-star mark. Frankly, we considered giving the Inspiron 14 2-in-1 three-and-a-half stars for its low price, competitive performance, and long battery life. Unfortunately, working with a screen that can't deliver at least 300 nits of brightness is simply no fun to the point of detrimental. Still, if you're looking for a convertible laptop on a tight budget, it's worth keeping an eye on Dell's sales and discounts. That Lavender Blue model is fairly tempting."
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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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