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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 offers a balance of portability and performance suitable for general use, with a lighter weight, higher resolution touch display, and longer battery life. However, the Gigabyte A7, with its stronger processor and dedicated graphics card, excels in tasks requiring more power, such as gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning. The trade-offs include lower battery life and less portability due to its larger size and heavier weight. If general use and mobility are your priorities, go for the Dell; if you need higher performance for specialized tasks and can sacrifice portability, the Gigabyte A7 is the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 7420
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Gigabyte A7
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2
7.3
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
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
6.5/10
The Gigabyte A7 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7420 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420's performance for gaming and 3D is limited by its integrated GPU and standard screen refresh rate, whereas the Gigabyte A7 excels with its dedicated Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU that provides robust gaming capabilities and a high screen refresh rate for smoother visuals. Both laptops have quality screens and capable CPUs, but the Gigabyte's gaming-specific GPU and faster screen make it more suitable for demanding 3D applications and games.
Engineering and Design
6.9
7.6
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte A7 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7420 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420, with an Intel i7 processor and Iris Xe graphics, is designed for engineering due to its robust CPU and integrated GPU, adequate for light design tasks, complemented by a high-resolution 14-inch touch display, making it versatile for design work. Meanwhile, the Gigabyte A7 is equipped with a more powerful AMD Ryzen 7 processor and Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, providing better performance for engineering applications and gaming, but it has a larger 17.3-inch screen, which affects portability. Both laptops offer 16GB of RAM and high-quality IPS displays, but the Gigabyte's superior GPU makes it more suitable for GPU-intensive tasks, despite being less portable due to its size and weight.
Screen Quality
6.2
7.3
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
260.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 has a better screen than the Gigabyte A7 for software development, while the Gigabyte A7 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420, with fair screen quality, suits everyday tasks due to adequate resolution and brightness, but its color gamut and lower refresh rate might disappoint engineers, designers, and gamers. Conversely, the Gigabyte A7's good screen offers sharper details and vibrant colors, making it suitable for professionals who prioritize accuracy but, like the Dell, its refresh rate may not satisfy the smoothness required for high-end gaming and 3D applications. Both laptops provide decent visual experiences for their intended uses, with tradeoffs between professional work and entertainment.
Battery
7.5 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 has 7.5 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte A7 has 4.5 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
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 has very good portability, while the Gigabyte A7 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$801
$940
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 has a price of $801 and the Gigabyte A7 costs $940.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.3
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
260.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
7.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 with an Intel i7 processor, 16GB of RAM, and a 14-inch high-resolution touchscreen offers good performance for general use, enhanced by its lightweight and convertible design, making it easy to carry and versatile for varied tasks.
Content Creation
7.3
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 and Gigabyte A7 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
7.3
7.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 and Gigabyte A7 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.2
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 and Gigabyte A7 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 7420 and the Gigabyte A7 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 7420 | Gigabyte A7 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$801 | $940 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.66'' | 15.6'' x 10.3'' x 1.19'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.61 lbs | 5.58 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 15.59" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 10.31" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1255U | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 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 | 7.5 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 49 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 | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 260 nits | 318 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 6/10 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Dell Inspiron 14 7420
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Allen Ngo | June 2022
"Notable qualities of the Inspiron 7420 2-in-1 include the 16:10 aspect ratio, strong hinges, 12th gen Intel CPU with optional GeForce MX graphics, and easy serviceability. Such features would typically cost hundreds of dollars more on higher-end alternatives from competing manufacturers. The value proposition is therefore relatively high for users looking to maximize bang for the buck."
Gigabyte A7
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Mike Wobker | October 2021
"In terms of looks, the Gigabyte A7 X1 is certainly not a trendy, slim, and ultra-mobile gaming laptop. But it does what it's supposed to do, namely bringing games smoothly onto the screen, very well. Both the processor and the GeForce RTX 3070 are able to unleash their performance without restrictions thanks to the well-ventilated case. The Gigabyte A7 X1 brings modern games smoothly onto the screen and offers excellent maintenance options."
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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 Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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