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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing between the Dell Inspiron 14 7420 and the Gigabyte G5 depends on your preferences and needs. If you prioritize portability and longer battery life for everyday tasks like web browsing and office work, the Dell Inspiron may be the more suitable choice. On the other hand, the Gigabyte G5 is a better fit for gaming or heavy work such as 3D design or video editing as it likely has a more powerful graphics card and processor, but it will be heavier and may have a shorter battery life compared to the Inspiron. Consider how often you'll need to carry the laptop and whether battery life or raw performance is more critical for your usage. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 7420
- Good for software development
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Gigabyte G5
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2
7.3
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
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 G5 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7420 is only fair.
The Gigabyte G5 is considered good for gaming and 3D as it comes equipped with a higher-level Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics card and offers a higher screen refresh rate, greatly enhancing smoothness and visual performance during gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.9
7.6
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Gigabyte G5 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7420 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 is equipped with a high-quality IPS display, adequate RAM, and an integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, making it suitable for engineering tasks and design work that demands good screen quality and multitasking capability; however, its CPU and GPU may not handle highly intensive tasks as well as the Gigabyte G5. On the other hand, the Gigabyte G5, while bulkier hence less portable, includes a more powerful CPU and dedicated Nvidia RTX graphics, which are better suited for demanding engineering simulations and design applications that require more advanced graphics processing power.
Software Development
7.3
6.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 is good for software development, while the Gigabyte G5 is only fair.
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
6.2
6.8
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
260.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 has a better screen than the Gigabyte G5 for software development, while the Gigabyte G5 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron and Gigabyte G5 both have display qualities that are adequate for everyday tasks due to their resolution and brightness, which are essential for clarity and visibility in various lighting conditions. However, for engineering and design, the importance of color accuracy and a wider range of colors is critical, and these laptops may not cover the professional color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB as thoroughly, possibly leading to less precise color work. In the realm of 3D and gaming, a high refresh rate is paramount for smooth motion, and while both screens may be fine for casual use, they don’t excel in this regard, nor do they offer the best panel types or resolutions for cutting-edge gaming experiences.
Battery
7.5 Hours
3.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 has 7.5 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte G5 has 3.5 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
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 has very good portability, while the Gigabyte G5 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$801
$868
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 has a price of $801 and the Gigabyte G5 costs $868.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.1
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
260.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
7.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 and Gigabyte G5 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 is well-suited for general use due to its higher RAM, which enhances multitasking, and its superior portability, with a very good portability score and battery life, making it convenient for on-the-go usage. In contrast, the Gigabyte G5, with less RAM and a good portability score but lower battery life, is not as optimized for general use, despite its solid performance potential for gaming with a dedicated graphics card.
Content Creation
7.3
7.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 and Gigabyte G5 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
7.4
7.2
The Dell Inspiron 14 7420 and Gigabyte G5 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 G5 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 7420 | Gigabyte G5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$801 | $868 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.66'' | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.89'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.61 lbs | 4.19 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 14.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 9.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1255U | Intel i5-12500H | |
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 | 7.5 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 54 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 | 260 nits | 248 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 7.4/10 | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
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."
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Vaidyanathan Subramaniam | April 2023
"The Gigabyte G5 KE is a midrange gaming laptop that checks most boxes. Gigabyte makes good use of the Core i5-12500H and RTX 3060 Laptop GPU combo, and we find no untoward issues with overall performance. The dual-fan quad-heatpipe cooling arrangement does well to ensure that the underlying hardware doesn't throttle under load. That being said, the display is below par when compared to 2023 standards, especially when competing devices."
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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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