Choosing between the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and the Gateway 14.1" depends on your priorities. If you need high performance for tasks like engineering software or multitasking, the Dell, with its stronger processor and more RAM, will handle these demands much better. However, it comes at a higher cost. The Gateway is more budget-friendly but suitable mainly for basic tasks due to its entry-level processor and lower RAM. Both have similar screen sizes and resolutions, but the Dell has a better screen aspect ratio and slightly higher screen quality, making it more comfortable for extended work. Battery life in the Dell is sufficient for a full workday, while information on the Gateway's battery life isn't specified. If portability and budget are your main concerns, the Gateway is lighter on the wallet and almost equals the Dell in weight, but for demanding tasks and better overall performance, the Dell is the superior choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5425
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 14.1"
The Gateway 14.1" has no clear advantages over the Dell Inspiron 14 5425.
Key differences
General Use
7.7/10
5.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
279.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
208.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is good for general use, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 offers better performance for general use with a more powerful CPU, more RAM, a higher screen resolution, and longer battery life, whereas the Gateway 14.1" has lower storage capacity, less memory, a less capable processor, and poorer evaluations in keyboard quality, making multitasking and everyday tasks potentially more challenging.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
5.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is equipped with a better GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, making it more suitable for gaming and 3D applications. The Gateway 14.1", while having a decent CPU and screen quality, falls short in performance due to its weaker GPU and lower screen refresh rate, which are crucial for such tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.0/10
5.5/10
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
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
7.5/10
5.8/10
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is good for content creation, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
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
7.5/10
5.8/10
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is good for software development, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
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
6.3/10
6.0/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.1in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
279.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
208.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a better screen than the Gateway 14.1" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you need a laptop for general activities like browsing and watching videos, both the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and the Gateway 14.1" have acceptable screen brightness and resolution but not the most vibrant color or viewing angles due to their panel type. For engineering and design work, neither laptop will offer the wide color gamut needed for precision in color-sensitive tasks. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the limited refresh rate on both models will result in less fluid motion and a less immersive experience.
Battery
12.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has 12 hours of battery life. The Gateway 14.1" 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.
Build Quality
7.0/10
5.1/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has good build quality, while the Gateway 14.1" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$479
$99
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a price of $479 and the Gateway 14.1" costs $99.
"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."
"The Gateway Ultra Slim 14" is surprisingly quiet with long battery life. The inexpensive Gateway excels at maximizing performance per dollar with lots of RAM and storage, super-quiet fan, and a long battery life. It can even house up to two M.2 SSDs which we weren't expecting from such a cheap system. However, the iffy reliability of the keyboard and USB-C port on our test unit means users should double-check for these potential issues immediately after purchasing."
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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 Gateway
Gateway is a laptop and tablet brand owned by Acer which sells budget-friendly laptops exclusively through Walmart. It was previously an American computer company until its acquisition by Acer in 2007, who then revived the brand in 2020. Gateway laptops are manufactured by Chinese company Shenzhen Bmorn Technology, which also makes EVOO-branded models.
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