The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is generally more affordable and offers a balance between portability and performance with solid general use capabilities. Its smaller screen size and weight make it a good fit for everyday tasks and moderate work on the go. In contrast, the Gigabyte A7, while typically more expensive and less portable due to its heavier build and larger screen, provides significantly better performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and more intensive engineering work, thanks to a more powerful main processor and dedicated graphics card. It's less suited for frequent travel but excels in high-demand gaming and professional applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5425
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Advantages of the Gigabyte A7
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
7.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte A7 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is only fair.
The Gigabyte A7 offers superior gaming and 3D capabilities due to its Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 144Hz, which means smoother visuals during fast action scenes. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is equipped with an integrated AMD Vega 8 GPU and has a lower refresh rate of 60Hz, resulting in less fluid rendering for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.0/10
7.6/10
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte A7 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both good for engineering and design, though the Gigabyte A7 is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is suited for engineering and design use due to its capable AMD Ryzen 7 CPU with integrated Vega 8 graphics, sufficient RAM, and a high-resolution IPS display with a higher color accuracy in sRGB, but it offers more portability due to its smaller size and lower weight. On the other hand, the Gigabyte A7 stands out with its AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and dedicated Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, more suited for demanding graphics tasks, a larger screen with higher refresh rates which is beneficial for detailed designs, but is heavier and less portable, with somewhat lesser screen color accuracy in certain color spaces compared to the Dell.
Screen Quality
6.3/10
7.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
279.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a better screen than the Gigabyte A7 for software development, and content creation, while the Gigabyte A7 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425, with its fair screen offerings, is sufficient for day-to-day tasks like browsing and document editing — activities where extreme color accuracy and high refresh rates aren't crucial. However, for engineering and design work, this laptop's limited color gamut coverage may not fully meet the needs of professionals requiring precise color representation. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications that benefit from smoother visuals, both the Dell and the Gigabyte A7 fall short due to their lower refresh rates, which can hinder the experience in fast-paced scenarios where screen fluidity is key.
Battery
12.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has 12 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte A7 has 4.5 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
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has very good portability, while the Gigabyte A7 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$479
$940
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a price of $479 and the Gigabyte A7 costs $940.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is favored for general use due to its lighter weight and longer battery life, ensuring easier portability and extended usage without charging, alongside a screen with a higher pixel density and aspect ratio for crisper and more spacious views. On the other hand, the Gigabyte A7, while heavier and with shorter battery life, offers better gaming capabilities due to a powerful dedicated GPU and a display with a higher refresh rate, making it a versatile option for general tasks that may also include gaming or graphics-intensive applications.
Content Creation
7.5/10
7.3/10
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and Gigabyte A7 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
7.5/10
7.0/10
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and Gigabyte A7 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.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.2/10
The Gigabyte A7 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 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 5425 and the Gigabyte A7 compare to other laptops
"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."
"In terms of looks, the Gigabyte A7 X1 is certainly not a trendy, slim, and ultra-mobile gaming laptop. But it does what it's supposed to do, namely bringing games smoothly onto the screen, very well. Both the processor and the GeForce RTX 3070 are able to unleash their performance without restrictions thanks to the well-ventilated case. The Gigabyte A7 X1 brings modern games smoothly onto the screen and offers excellent maintenance options."
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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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