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Updated January 12, 2024·
When choosing between the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and the HP Victus 15, consider that the Dell offers portability and a higher-resolution screen suited for general use and productivity, with a longer battery life and it runs on an AMD processor with integrated graphics. On the other hand, the HP Victus 15 comes with a dedicated Nvidia graphics card and a larger screen with a higher refresh rate, which makes it more suitable for gaming, 3D and machine learning tasks. However, the HP is heavier which could impact portability, but it also tends to be somewhat less expensive than the Dell Inspiron. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5425
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the HP Victus 15
- The HP Victus 15 has no clear advantages over the Dell Inspiron 14 5425.
Key differences
Software Development
7.5
7.0
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and HP Victus 15 are both good for software development, though the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is somewhat better.
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
6.9
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
279.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a better screen than the HP Victus 15 for software development, and content creation, while the HP Victus 15 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 offers a fair balance of resolution and brightness, making it sufficient for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming, but the HP Victus 15 pulls ahead with higher brightness and sharper resolution, enhancing visibility and clarity. When it comes to engineering and design, both laptops deliver fair screen quality, but neither is ideal due to limited color accuracy and range, which are crucial for professional-grade creative work. However, for immersive 3D experiences and gaming, both fall short, with neither offering the high refresh rates needed for smooth motion, although their respective resolutions and panel types are acceptable for casual play and entry-level 3D tasks.
Battery
12.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has 12 hours of battery life. The HP Victus 15 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
15.6in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
5.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has very good portability, while the HP Victus 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$500
$575
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a price of $500 and the HP Victus 15 costs $575.
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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
262.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and HP Victus 15 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is valued for general use due to its balance of a capable CPU, ample memory, quality screen, light weight for better portability, and impressive battery life. On the other hand, the HP Victus 15 also provides sufficient performance for general use with a solid CPU and GPU, larger screen, and decent battery life, but it's less portable and its battery doesn't last as long as the Dell's.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.4
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.0/10
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
7.0/10
The HP Victus 15 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has an integrated GPU that is typically less capable than dedicated graphics cards for gaming and 3D applications, and its standard 60Hz screen refresh rate is not ideal for fast-paced games which benefit from higher refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
7.0
6.7
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 14 5425 to be good for engineering and design, while the HP Victus 15 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 with its AMD processor and integrated Vega graphics offers a balance between performance and screen quality, suitable for engineering design, and leans slightly more towards portability. The HP Victus 15, on the other hand, equipped with an Intel CPU, dedicated Nvidia graphics, and a larger screen, is designed for higher graphical power needed in engineering tasks, but is less portable due to its heavier weight.
Content Creation
7.5
7.2
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.3/10
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 Victus 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.
Build Quality
7.0
7.4
The HP Victus 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 Victus 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 5425 | HP Victus 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $575 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | April 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.75'' | 14.1'' x 10.4'' x 0.93'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.4 lbs | 5.06 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 10.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | Intel i5-13420H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
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 | 52.5 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 | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 279 nits | 262 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
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 | 2 | |
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 Victus 15
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Olivier Martin, Ryan Lim, and Yannick Khong | March 2023
"The HP Victus 15 is great for gaming. It's available with Intel 12th Gen. CPUs and NVIDIA discrete graphics, which are powerful enough to provide a smooth gaming experience in demanding AAA titles at 1080p. It has a nice keyboard and a fast SSD, as well as Wi-Fi 6 and Ethernet connectivity for low-latency online gaming. Unfortunately, its 144Hz display has a slow response time causing noticeable ghosting, and it doesn't support variable refresh rate to reduce screen tearing."
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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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