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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook 14 offers a more budget-friendly option, with a smaller screen ideal for portability, though it provides less storage and RAM than the Dell Inspiron 16 5625, which may impact multitasking and data-heavy work. The Dell, although slightly higher in price, supplies more processing power and a larger, higher resolution screen which could benefit prolonged work sessions; plus, it includes a touchscreen for versatility. The Dell also claims longer battery life, which is convenient if you're often mobile. For demanding tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or engineering, the Dell's better specs could provide smoother performance, but for everyday use, the lighter ASUS might suffice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 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 for content creation
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.9
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 offers stronger performance with its higher RAM and a more powerful CPU than the ASUS Vivobook 14, which translates to smoother multitasking and better handling of more demanding applications. While both laptops have decent screen quality and IPS panels, the Dell's slightly larger screen and higher resolution may provide a better visual experience; however, it’s heavier and has a larger physical size, which may affect portability compared to the ASUS Vivobook 14.
Engineering and Design
6.3
7.1
6.4/10
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 ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14, with lesser RAM and a less powerful Intel i5 processor, fares as fair for engineering and design tasks, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625's superior AMD Ryzen 7 CPU, double the RAM, and a larger, higher resolution screen, contributes to its good performance in those areas. Additionally, the Dell's larger size may impact its portability, but it offers a better overall screen quality and more power for demanding tasks, which could justify the tradeoff for users prioritizing engineering and design capabilities.
Content Creation
6.9
7.6
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
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
6.8
7.5
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 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
6.3
6.2
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
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 ASUS Vivobook 14 for content creation, and software development.
If you're focusing on general use, both the ASUS Vivobook 14 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 offer screens that deliver sufficient resolution and brightness, making them suitable for daily tasks like browsing and video streaming. For engineering and design, however, while acceptable, their displays lack the wider color gamuts professionals often need for precise color work. In gaming and 3D applications, their lower refresh rates could hinder the smoothness and responsiveness that many games require, which can be less immersive and slower to react compared to displays with higher refresh rates.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 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
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$421
$1,000
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $421 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.2
3.6/10
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
10.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and ASUS Vivobook 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is limited in gaming and 3D performance due to its integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and standard screen refresh rate, which do not allow for intensive graphical tasks or high frame rates. In comparison, the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 also has integrated AMD Vega 8 graphics with a similar refresh rate, providing moderate gaming and 3D capabilities, but neither can handle demanding games or 3D applications at high settings smoothly.
Build Quality
7.0
7.0
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 14 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook 14 | Dell Inspiron 16 5625 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$421 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.8'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 4.12 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.79" | 14.05" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.42" | 9.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 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 | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.5/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Ultrabook Review
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 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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