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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is compact and more portable than the HP 17" Laptop, which could be an advantage if you travel frequently or need to carry your laptop around a lot. However, the larger screen size of the HP might be beneficial for multitasking and seeing more content on the screen at once, particularly if the laptop will be stationary most of the time. The HP has a lower battery capacity compared to the Dell, which may result in shorter usage time between charges. Consideration of the specific processor and graphics capabilities is important if you are planning on engaging in engineering tasks or intensive 3D/machine learning applications; in such cases, performance aspects should be closely compared, although these models seem similarly equipped in terms of main processor and integrated graphics, which are suited for general use. When budget is key, note that the HP is generally less expensive, but this saving comes at the cost of a lower battery life. Both laptops should handle general use well, and neither is specifically tailored for intensive gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5425
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
- The HP 17" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Dell Inspiron 14 5425.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3
6.6
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
279.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a better screen than the HP 17" Laptop for software development, and content creation, while the HP 17" Laptop has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
For general use, both the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and the HP 17" Laptop offer screens that provide adequate resolution, brightness, and the necessary panel type to handle everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. However, those involved in engineering and design may find the color accuracy and range on both laptops lacking, as they don't fully cover professional color gamuts, which are critical for precise color work. Gamers and those interested in 3D applications will find that both laptops fall short because their screens do not support high refresh rates, which are essential for smooth motion and a responsive gaming experience.
Battery
12.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has 12 hours of battery life. The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 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
Good
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has very good portability, while the HP 17" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
6.0
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has good build quality, while the HP 17" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$479
$850
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a price of $479 and the HP 17" Laptop costs $850.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.3
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
279.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 offers a balance between portability and performance, suitable for carrying around, with a solid processor and memory, a bright, higher resolution screen, and longer battery life, which makes it ideal for general use. The HP 17" Laptop provides a larger, vivid display and powerful processor and memory, but with its greater size and weight and shorter battery life, it may be preferable for those who prioritize screen real estate over portability and don't need to move their laptop as frequently.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
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
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and HP 17" Laptop are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and the HP 17" Laptop are both considered fair for gaming and 3D because they each have integrated Vega 8 graphics which offer moderate performance for these tasks. However, both laptops have a 60Hz screen refresh rate which is at the lower end for gaming where higher refresh rates can provide smoother visuals.
Engineering and Design
7.0
6.8
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 14 5425 to be good for engineering and design, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and the HP 17" Laptop are both equipped with solid processors, ample RAM, and integrated AMD graphics, catering well to engineering and design tasks that demand robust performance. While the Dell offers a smaller, more portable form with slightly better display resolution and pixel density, the HP counters with a larger screen and higher color accuracy, making it better for detailed visual work, albeit at a cost to portability.
Content Creation
7.5
7.2
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and HP 17" Laptop 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
7.1
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and HP 17" Laptop 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 HP 17" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 5425 | HP 17" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$479 | $850 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | June 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.75'' | 15.8'' x 10.2'' x 0.81'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.4 lbs | 4.58 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 15.78" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 10.15" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
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 | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 279 nits | 287 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 7.2/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
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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Francisco Lahoz | November 2022
"As far as starter laptops go, the HP Laptop 17 is a sound investment. Sure, it might not be the lightest of options, but what you get for the price is a well-rounded machine that fits multiple niches. Whether it be office duties that require you to multi-task between multiple programs, or study tasks in which you’ll spend hours browsing online, this laptop does it all. Plus, when it's time to unwind, you can watch your favorite shows or movies on a super-wide display. What's best of all is that you can do all this for about half a day on a single charge."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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