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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a longer battery life and better portability, you might lean towards the Dell Inspiron 14 5425. However, if you're looking for a laptop at a more accessible price while still offering comparable performance for general use and engineering tasks, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i may be the better option. Keep in mind that while both laptops have similar storage and RAM, the build quality and color accuracy of the Dell may be better suited for tasks that involve photo editing. Neither laptop is tailored for intensive gaming or heavy 3D and machine learning tasks, and both have backlit keyboards and a similar array of ports, though the Lenovo has an additional USB-C port and a fingerprint reader for extra security. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5425
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3
6.4
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
279.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
315.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i have similar screen quality.
If you prioritize everyday tasks like web browsing and office work, both the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i will suffice with their resolutions and brightness levels, although they lack the high-quality panels found in premium models. For engineering and design, where accurate color representation matters, these laptops may fall short as they do not cover professional color gamuts as extensively as specialized workstations do. And for gaming or 3D work, neither laptop is ideal, as they lack the high refresh rates and optimal resolutions that provide the smooth visuals and fine details preferred for those applications.
Battery
12.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has 12 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has 8 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
16.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has very good portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
7.6
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 both have good build quality, though the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$500
$828
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a price of $500 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i costs $828.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
279.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
315.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i both provide substantial RAM and CPU capabilities for smooth general use operations, with high-quality IPS screens that deliver good color accuracy and balance. While equally portable, the Inspiron tends to offer longer battery life, but the IdeaPad features a larger screen with higher brightness and better speakers, enhancing multimedia experiences.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.3
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
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 Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 with integrated AMD Vega 8 graphics and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i with Intel Iris Xe graphics both offer fair gaming and 3D performance due to their integrated GPUs, which provide sufficient power for lighter gaming tasks but may struggle with more demanding titles, and both have a standard screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which can handle most games but isn't optimal for high-frame-rate competitive play. While these laptops have capable CPUs and decent screen quality, dedicated GPUs and higher refresh rates typically found in more specialized gaming laptops would significantly enhance gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.0
7.0
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is equipped with a capable AMD Ryzen CPU and integrated Vega graphics, suitable for engineering applications, and features a high-quality IPS screen with good color coverage, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i boasts an Intel i5 CPU with Iris Xe graphics and a larger screen with higher brightness, appealing for design work. Although both are comparable in portability and have good keyboards and speakers, the Lenovo tends to be quieter under load, which may be preferred for extended work sessions.
Content Creation
7.5
7.4
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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
7.4
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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 Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Inspiron 14 5425 | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $828 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.75'' | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.4 lbs | 4.17 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 9.88" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | Intel i5-1335U | |
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 | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 56.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
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 | 315 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 7.6/10 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
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 | 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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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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Robin Sinha | February 2021
"The device is made for average work loads and if your work has a lot to do with online browsing, using apps that are not power-hungry and streaming videos. The looks are really good and the device in itself is not a heavy one. And with Intel 11th-gen Core processor, you might sail through most of your work without complaints."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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