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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you need a more compact and lighter option that's easy to carry around, the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is the better choice. However, if you favor a larger screen for tasks like multitasking or enjoying media with a bit more screen real estate, the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 would be preferable, although it is heavier. Both have the same processor and graphics, meaning performance should be similar, and both are touch-enabled. The Inspiron 14 offers better battery life, so it might last longer on a charge, while the Inspiron 16 comes with Windows 11 Pro, offering additional features over the Home edition found on the Inspiron 14. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5425
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5625
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3
6.2
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
279.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 have similar screen quality.
For general use, both the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and the 16 5625 provide adequate screen characteristics with sufficient resolution and brightness, but they may lack the wider color range and higher resolutions preferred by professionals in engineering and design. Their color gamut coverage may be enough for basic engineering tasks, but detailed design work demanding precise colors might require better Adobe RGB and DCI-P3 adherence found in higher-end displays. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates of these Dell models could limit the smoothness and responsiveness that gamers seek, even though the resolution and panel type are acceptable for casual play.
Battery
12.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has 12 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.
Cost
$500
$800
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a price of $500 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 costs $800.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.7
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
279.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is well-suited for general use with features like solid CPU performance from an AMD Ryzen 7, 16GB of RAM for smooth multitasking, a quality screen, and its compact size enhances portability. Instead, the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 shares similar internal specifications, ensuring robust performance, but offers a larger screen which might be preferred for those valuing screen real estate over portability, although this may slightly impact battery life and portability.
Gaming and AI
6.2
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
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both equipped with the same AMD Ryzen 7 5825U Vega 8 integrated GPU and have the same 60Hz screen refresh rate, which provides only modest gaming capabilities due to the limited graphical performance and standard screen refresh rate commonly found in non-gaming laptops.
Engineering and Design
7.0
7.1
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both equipped with robust CPUs and the same GPU, ample RAM, and high-quality IPS displays, making them well-suited for engineering and design tasks; the 14 5425 is lighter and more portable.
Content Creation
7.5
7.6
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 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
7.5
7.5
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 14 5425 to have very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
7.0
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 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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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 5425 | Dell Inspiron 16 5625 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.75'' | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.4 lbs | 4.12 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 14.05" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 9.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 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 | 12 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 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 | 279 nits | 265 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | 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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Dell Inspiron 14 5425
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Sascha Mölck | August 2022
"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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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 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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