For gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning work, the ASUS ROG Strix G17 is superior with a more powerful processor and GPU, enhancing performance in these areas. However, it is pricier, heavier, and has a shorter battery life, which makes it less ideal for carrying around. The Dell Inspiron 14 5425, on the other hand, costs less, is lighter, and has a longer battery life, making it better for day-to-day tasks, portability, and prolonged use without charging. It's not as powerful as the ASUS, so it won't handle intensive tasks as well, but it's more suited for general use cases. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G17
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5425
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
6.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
7.0/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 stands out for engineering and design thanks to its high-performance CPU, ample RAM, powerful GPU, and superior screen quality, which are crucial for demanding software and detailed visual work. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 14 5425, while offering good performance for engineering tasks, is more suitable for those prioritizing portability and battery life but comes with a less powerful integrated GPU and a less vibrant screen.
Content Creation
8.3/10
7.5/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is good.
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.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
6.3/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
279.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17, with its superior panel type and resolution, provides crisp and vibrant imagery that's essential for engineering and design, as well as general use where clarity and color accuracy are appreciated. However, its screen's lower refresh rate isn't ideal for gaming and 3D applications, which benefit from smoother motion. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has fair screen quality across the board due to moderate resolution and brightness, making it decent for everyday tasks and some design work, but like the ASUS, it falls short for gaming and 3D because of its refresh rate.
Battery
3.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has 12 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
Poor
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 both have good build quality, though the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,391
$479
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,391 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 costs $479.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 boasts a more powerful CPU and better screen quality, making it well-suited for performance-intensive tasks but has lower portability due to its size and weight; whereas the Dell Inspiron 14 5425, with its adequate CPU and RAM for comfortable general use, offers much better portability and longer battery life, appealing for those who prefer a balance between performance and ease of carrying.
Software Development
7.7/10
7.5/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 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 ASUS ROG Strix G17 and the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Strix G17 is an attractive but unbalanced gaming laptop. Its potent AMD Ryzen 9 processor excels in 1080p gaming, but playing at 1440p leaves the middling GeForce RTX 4060 GPU shouldering most of the burden. The display is exceptionally colorful, which is handy for content creators, but since this is a gaming laptop it would be better served with improved HDR capabilities. If battery life isn't a priority, the Strix G17 could serve as a designer by day and a gamer by night."
"A slim chassis, an acceptable weight (1.6 kg) and a real-world battery life of almost 13 hours turn the Inspiron into a mobile companion. Good: The battery can not only be charged using Dell's proprietary power adapter, but also with a universal USB-C power adapter (min. 45 watts). Office and Internet applications are handled by the built-in combination of Ryzen 5 5625U APU and 16 GB of RAM just as easily as modest computer games. Heat and noise development are generally okay, but the laptop should work a bit quieter under full load."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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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