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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 is a more expensive option with a better display, higher resolution, and is lighter, making it more portable. It suits general use and has a decent performance for light engineering tasks. In contrast, the Gigabyte G5, being less expensive, offers better performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering due to a more powerful graphics card, but it's heavier and not as portable. If budget allows and you prioritize a high-quality display with portability for everyday tasks and some light technical work, go for the Dell. If budget is tight or you need higher performance for gaming or engineering applications and can compromise on portability and screen quality, the Gigabyte G5 is the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5420
- Good for software development
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Gigabyte G5
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.4
7.3
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte G5 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 14 5420 is only fair.
The Gigabyte G5, with its Nvidia RTX 4060 and a screen refresh rate of 144 Hz, offers superior graphics and smoother visuals for gaming and 3D applications compared to the Dell Inspiron 14 5420 which has a less powerful Nvidia MX570 GPU and a standard 60 Hz screen refresh rate. Moreover, screen quality and CPU are also important, where the G5's higher GPU performance and fast refresh support enhance the overall experience better than the Inspiron's fair capabilities in those respects.
Software Development
7.4
6.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 is good for software development, while the Gigabyte G5 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
6.5
6.8
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
279.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 has a better screen than the Gigabyte G5 for software development, and content creation, while the Gigabyte G5 has a better screen for general use, and gaming and AI.
In laptops like the Dell Inspiron 14 5420 and the Gigabyte G5, the screens have adequate resolution and brightness for tasks like browsing or watching videos, making them suitable for general use. However, their color range might not be wide enough to satisfy professionals working with high-fidelity graphics in engineering and design. Additionally, for gaming and 3D applications, the refresh rates on these models are lower than what's preferred for smooth motion rendering, which can be a drawback for fast-paced visuals that rely on quick screen updates.
Battery
10.0 Hours
3.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 has 10 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte G5 has 3.5 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
15.6in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 has very good portability, while the Gigabyte G5 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$971
$868
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 has a price of $971 and the Gigabyte G5 costs $868.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.1
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
279.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 and Gigabyte G5 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 is better for general use as it has a stronger CPU, more RAM for multitasking, and a higher-resolution screen which enhances display clarity, all providing a smoother experience for everyday tasks, along with superior portability and longer battery life.
Engineering and Design
7.1
7.6
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Gigabyte G5 and Dell Inspiron 14 5420 are both good for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.5
7.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 and Gigabyte G5 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.
Build Quality
7.0
7.2
The Gigabyte G5 and Dell Inspiron 14 5420 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 Dell Inspiron 14 5420 and the Gigabyte G5 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 5420 | Gigabyte G5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$971 | $868 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.89'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.4 lbs | 4.19 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 14.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 9.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1255U | Intel i5-12500H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 279 nits | 248 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Dell Inspiron 14 5420
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Nick Ross | March 2023
"If laptops were food, then the Dell Inspiron 14 5420 is arguably a Big Mac. There are cheaper and more expensive options, but this arguably represents the baseline of quality and value in the world of mobile computing… something that’s underlined by the attractive $1,279 price tag."
Gigabyte G5
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Vaidyanathan Subramaniam | April 2023
"The Gigabyte G5 KE is a midrange gaming laptop that checks most boxes. Gigabyte makes good use of the Core i5-12500H and RTX 3060 Laptop GPU combo, and we find no untoward issues with overall performance. The dual-fan quad-heatpipe cooling arrangement does well to ensure that the underlying hardware doesn't throttle under load. That being said, the display is below par when compared to 2023 standards, especially when competing devices."
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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.
About Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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