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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and the HP Envy x360 15 each have distinct advantages. The Dell has a higher capacity for storage and more memory which is beneficial for intensive tasks and multitasking. It's also more lightweight, making it easier to carry around. However, this comes with a higher price than the HP. The HP, on the other hand, offers a touch screen and a larger display, which can be advantageous for media consumption and productivity with a lower price point. Both have similar processing power and battery life, making them suitable for general use. If budget is a concern and you value a touch screen and larger display, the HP could be a better choice, whereas if performance and portability are more important, the Dell might be more fitting. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5425
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good portability
Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.0
6.5
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is good for engineering and design, while the HP Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is better suited for engineering and design tasks due to its higher-end CPU, more RAM, and superior integrated graphics, which are crucial for processing power and multitasking, as well as a higher-resolution screen that offers sharper images. Meanwhile, the HP Envy x360 15", although more portable and versatile with its 2-in-1 design, has a lower-tier CPU and less RAM, and its integrated graphics aren't as powerful, which can limit performance in demanding engineering software and multitasking.
Screen Quality
6.3
6.2
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
279.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a better screen than the HP Envy x360 15" for software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and the HP Envy x360 15" offer displays that are clear and bright enough for everyday tasks like web browsing and document editing, but their resolution and panel type may not provide the sharpness and viewing angles desired by more discerning users. In engineering and design, while both laptops have decent resolution and screen size for detail work, they lack the wide color gamuts necessary for accurate color rendering, making them less suitable for professional graphic work. For gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates on these laptops mean less fluid motion and responsiveness, which can hinder the gaming experience and work on fast-moving 3D projects.
Battery
12.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has 12 hours of battery life. The HP Envy x360 15" 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.
Cost
$500
$430
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a price of $500 and the HP Envy x360 15" costs $430.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.2
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
279.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and HP Envy x360 15" are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is suitable for general use because it offers a balanced combination of a capable CPU, sufficient RAM for multitasking, and a high-quality screen with good color coverage and brightness, all packaged in a lightweight and slim form factor with a long battery life. The HP Envy x360 15" also caters well to general use with its flexible 2-in-1 design, touchscreen for ease of use, respectable CPU, and RAM adequacy for common tasks, further benefiting from quality speakers and keyboard, while remaining relatively easy to carry despite a slightly heavier build than the Dell.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.0
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
8.7/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and HP Envy x360 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 offers fair gaming and 3D capabilities due to its AMD Ryzen 7 5825U Vega 8 graphics and a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate, while the HP Envy x360 15" also provides fair performance in these areas with an AMD Ryzen 5 7530U Vega 7 GPU and a similar 60Hz refresh rate on its display. However, the HP's larger screen might be more enjoyable for visual content despite the lower-tier GPU.
Content Creation
7.5
7.3
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and HP Envy x360 15" 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
7.2
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and HP Envy x360 15" 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
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 14 5425 to have very good portability, while the HP Envy x360 15" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
7.2
The HP Envy x360 15" 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 HP Envy x360 15" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 5425 | HP Envy x360 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $430 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | April 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.75'' | 14.1'' x 9'' x 0.72'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.4 lbs | 4.43 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 14.07" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 8.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 55 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
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 | 271 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 7.7/10 | |
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 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
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."
HP Envy x360 15"
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Matt Elliott | January 2023
"Despite its good looks, stellar webcam and comfortable keyboard, the Envy x360 15 is hard to recommend because of its dim, 16:9 display. If the display isn't an issue for you, just be sure to wait for a good sale price. Otherwise, a more modern two-in-one with a 16:10 display such as the Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 or Lenovo Yoga 7i 16 provides a larger workspace without adding much to the size and weight of the system."
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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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