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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 offers better performance for engineering tasks due to more RAM and storage, making it suitable if your work demands significant multitasking and data storage. However, the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is more portable with its lighter weight and compact dimensions, an important factor if you frequently carry your laptop around. Both have similar battery life for typical use. For general use, the Framework's higher screen resolution and color accuracy provide a more vibrant display. If the price is a considerable factor, the Dell tends to be less expensive but remember the Framework's better portability and display features. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5425
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
- Good overall display quality
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3
7.4
14.0in
SIZE
13.5in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
279.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
472.0 nits
The Framework Laptop 13 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
If you prioritize a crisp and clear display for everyday tasks and professional design work, the Framework Laptop's superior resolution and brightness make it a better choice. For engineering and design applications, where color accuracy is crucial, the Framework also stands out due to its wider color gamut coverage. However, both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D work because they lack high refresh rates, which are essential for smooth visuals in fast-paced scenes.
Battery
12.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has 12 hours of battery life. The Framework Laptop 13 has 7.5 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
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
13.5in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 both have very good portability, though the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
7.8
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 both have good build quality, though the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$479
$1,079
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a price of $479 and the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) costs $1,079.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
279.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
472.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and Framework Laptop 13 (2023) are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.3
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 with an integrated AMD graphics unit and the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) with Intel's Iris Xe graphics provide sufficient capability for casual gaming and 3D applications, but neither offers the advanced graphics performance associated with dedicated gaming graphics cards. Additionally, both laptops have a screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is adequate for general use but doesn't match the higher refresh rates favored by competitive gamers for smoother visuals.
Engineering and Design
7.0
7.3
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is equipped with a powerful AMD Ryzen CPU and Vega 8 graphics suited for engineering and design tasks, along with a high-quality IPS screen and sufficient RAM for multitasking, but being slightly heavier and thicker, it compromises on portability compared to the Framework Laptop. The Framework Laptop 13, with its Intel CPU and Iris Xe graphics, offers good performance for design software and features a high-resolution screen with excellent color accuracy and brightness, as well as greater portability and customizability, though with less RAM and storage out-of-the-box.
Content Creation
7.5
7.5
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and Framework Laptop 13 (2023) 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
7.6
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) 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 Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Inspiron 14 5425 | Framework Laptop 13 (2023) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$479 | $1,079 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.75'' | 11.7'' x 9'' x 0.62'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.4 lbs | 2.95 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 11.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 9.01" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | Intel i5-1340P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 55 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2256 x 1504 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 279 nits | 472 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 8.8/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
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 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
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."
Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
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Scott Gilbertson | July 2023
"If you’re thinking of investing in your first Framework, now is the time. The kinks and rough edges have all been smoothed out and this is a very nice machine with a bright, upgradable future. The only reason I can think of to wait is the AMD model, which I’ll be sure to test as soon as I can get my hands on one."
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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 Framework
Framework is a new American laptop manufacturer, specializing in modular and repairable laptops with the goals of promoting longevity and reducing electronic waste. They are a strong proponent of the right to repair movement. Framework laptops have replaceable RAM, storage, ports, keyboards, display bezels, mainboards, and more, making them a great choice for repairability-oriented individuals.
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