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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 offers a lower price and slightly better portability, along with sufficient performance for general use and a decent battery life. It's a good choice if you prefer lightweight and budget-friendly options, and you don't plan on doing heavy 3D rendering or intensive engineering tasks. On the other hand, the Dell XPS 15, despite being somewhat less portable due to its larger screen and slightly heavier weight, provides stronger performance that benefits engineering-related tasks and has better build quality and a higher-quality keyboard. Its battery life is shorter, but it has better performance scores for more demanding tasks, making it more suitable for professional users who need extra power and don't mind spending more. Both offer similar screen sizes and resolutions, but the XPS 15 has a more vibrant screen for color-intensive tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5425
- Very good portability
Advantages of the Dell XPS 15
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.7
8.2
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
279.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
606.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is appreciated for its portability and excellent heat management, with decent screen quality and battery life, making it suitable for general use; the Dell XPS 15, though slightly less portable, boasts superior screen brightness and color coverage, a more robust battery, and exceptional build quality, making it very well-suited for demanding general-use scenarios. While both have good keyboard quality and sufficient RAM and CPU for typical tasks, the XPS 15's superior screen and build quality offer a more premium experience at the cost of being heavier and potentially less convenient to transport.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.8
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.4/10
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
9.1/10
The Dell XPS 15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Dell XPS 15 is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425, with its integrated AMD Ryzen GPU, provides a fair gaming experience, whereas the Dell XPS 15, equipped with a dedicated Intel Arc GPU, better handles gaming and 3D tasks. The Inspiron's satisfactory performance for casual gaming is due to its adequate processor and GPU; however, the XPS 15, with its superior graphics card and CPU, not only offers higher quality visuals but also better supports graphically demanding games and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.0
8.1
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is well-suited for engineering and design because of its capable AMD Ryzen CPU and integrated Vega GPU, which provide good performance for such tasks alongside a high-quality IPS screen. The Dell XPS 15 offers a higher-end CPU and dedicated Intel Arc GPU, superior screen quality, and added features like hardware ray tracing and DLSS which further enhance its capability for demanding engineering and design applications, with tradeoffs being slightly less portability due to its larger size and weight.
Content Creation
7.5
8.3
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 15 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.
Software Development
7.5
8.1
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for software development, while the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is good.
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
7.4
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
279.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
606.0 nits
The Dell XPS 15 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, a laptop like the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 with a fair screen means it likely has adequate resolution and brightness but may lack the vibrant colors and sharp details provided by higher-end displays, like those on the Dell XPS 15, which offers richer and brighter visuals. For engineering and design, the Dell XPS 15's display supports wider color gamuts, making it beneficial for color accuracy crucial in professional editing and CAD applications, whereas the Inspiron's fair screen might not reproduce colors as precisely. The lower refresh rate on both the Inspiron and the XPS 15 makes them less ideal for 3D work and gaming, where smoother motion and rapid screen updates are critical for an immersive experience.
Battery
12.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has 12 hours of battery life. The Dell XPS 15 has 10 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.
Build Quality
7.0
8.5
The Dell XPS 15 has very good build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$500
$1,000
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a price of $500 and the Dell XPS 15 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 14 5425 to have very good portability, while the Dell XPS 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and the Dell XPS 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 5425 | Dell XPS 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.75'' | 13.6'' x 9.1'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.4 lbs | 4.21 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 13.57" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 9.06" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 86 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
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 | 606 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
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 | 9.1/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 10/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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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Matthew Buzzi | May 2023
"The 2023 Dell XPS 15 is more or less exactly what you'd expect from the company flagship. Its fresh components deliver measurably superior power and longevity, while the machine's premium build and design remain intact. It may not be overly exciting, but XPS loyalists and upgraders should be more than happy."
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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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