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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is often less expensive and provides good performance for general use and moderate engineering tasks. On the other hand, the HP Dragonfly Pro 14 is a bit more expensive, with a newer processor and better screen brightness and color coverage, which could be better for tasks involving graphics. The HP also has a touchscreen, a higher contrast ratio, and better speakers, which may enhance multimedia use. While both have similar battery life, weight, and port size selection, the HP's slightly higher battery capacity might give you an edge in longer usage. If budget is a concern and your work doesn't require advanced screen features, the Dell might be sufficient, but for better multimedia and graphics-related tasks, the extra cost for the HP could be justified. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5425
- The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has no clear advantages over the HP Dragonfly Pro 14".
Advantages of the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
- Very good for general use
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.0
7.6
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both good for engineering and design, though the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is equipped with an AMD Ryzen CPU and Vega 8 GPU which cater well to engineering and design tasks, paired with a high-quality IPS screen; however, it may not be as portable as the HP Dragonfly Pro 14", which offers a AMD Ryzen CPU with a more powerful Radeon 680M GPU and a touchscreen display with higher brightness and color coverage for detailed design work, though it might have a shorter battery life for on-the-go use. Both laptops provide ample RAM for multitasking and storage for projects, with the Dragonfly Pro edging out with additional premium features like a better keyboard and higher build quality, making it a more versatile choice for professionals needing advanced performance and utility in different environments.
Screen Quality
6.3
7.1
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
279.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
405.0 nits
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425's screen quality is adequate for general use because the resolution and brightness levels meet most daily tasks comfortably, but for engineering and design, the color accuracy may not match professional standards, and for gaming and 3D, its lower refresh rate can lead to less smooth visuals. In contrast, the HP Dragonfly Pro's screen, with its higher resolution and brightness, offers a pleasing visual experience for both general and engineering use due to better color coverage, yet it still falls short for gaming and 3D because of its insufficient refresh rate. Therefore, while the HP Dragonfly Pro is stronger in color-rich tasks and day-to-day activities, neither laptop is ideal for gaming and 3D applications that demand high refresh rates for optimal performance.
Battery
12.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has 12 hours of battery life. The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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 HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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
$1,400
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a price of $500 and the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" costs $1,400.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
8.0
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
279.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
405.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.2/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Dragonfly Pro 14" to be very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is good.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" refines the general-use experience with a more advanced CPU, contributing to faster overall performance, and a high-quality screen for sharper visuals, making it very good for such tasks; whereas the Dell Inspiron 14 5425, while still capable for general use with a capable CPU and ample RAM, its screen and perhaps other somewhat important factors like keyboard and speaker quality may be less advanced than the HP, hence being simply good for general use purposes.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.5
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
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
7.5/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" both offer fair performance for gaming and 3D applications because they feature integrated graphics—the Vega 8 in the Dell and the Radeon 680M in the HP—which provide decent but not top-tier gaming capability. Additionally, their displays have a standard refresh rate of 60Hz, which is suitable for moderate gaming but may not be ideal for the high frame rates that dedicated gaming laptops support.
Content Creation
7.5
7.9
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 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
7.8
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 5425 | HP Dragonfly Pro 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $1,400 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | July 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.75'' | 12.4'' x 8.8'' x 0.72'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.4 lbs | 3.42 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 12.39" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 8.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | AMD Ryzen 7 7736U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 64.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
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 | 405 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 8.3/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9.6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1440p | |
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 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 3 | |
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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."
HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
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Brendan Nystedt | March 2023
"I’d say that the HP Dragonfly Pro checks off most of the boxes for this freelancer. It feels nice to use, is zippy and responsive, has great speakers, and even has a relatively sane price. Although it’s an unorthodox choice to pick AMD for this kind of machine, it’s clear that when Ryzen is given a chance to shine, it can kick a lot of butt."
Get a great deal on the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 or the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
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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