The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 is more portable with its smaller screen and lighter weight, also doubling as a 2-in-1 convertible, useful if you prefer a device that can switch between laptop and tablet. However, if you need more system storage and a larger, higher resolution display without requiring the portability and versatile form factor, the Inspiron 16 5635 is the better choice, usually at a lower cost. The Inspiron 16 also features a more recent processor, potentially providing better performance for demanding tasks within similar power brackets. Consider how much value you place on portability, versatility, display quality, and system storage when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 7425
Very good portability
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5635
Very good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.5/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
260.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
7.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 offers a balance of power and portability with its efficient CPU, adequate RAM, and a high-quality, portable 14-inch touchscreen that can be used as a tablet, making it good for general use. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 showcases a more powerful CPU, larger RAM, and a superior larger 16-inch screen, which enhances the visual experience but at the expense of increased size and slightly less portability, thus being very good for general use while offering silent operation and better heat management.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.9/10
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and Dell Inspiron 14 7425 are both good for content creation, though the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
6.2/10
6.6/10
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
260.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 and the Inspiron 16 5635 offer screens that are adequate due to their acceptable resolution and brightness, but they might not stand out in terms of sharpness or vibrancy compared to top-tier displays. When it comes to engineering and design, the screens may fall short because they lack the wide color gamuts needed for precision work that necessitates true-to-life color representation. For 3D and gaming needs, the lower refresh rates of these models could lead to less smooth visuals, and while adequate, their resolution and panel types do not match the high standards required for the best gaming or 3D visual experiences.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$800
$735
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 has a price of $800 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 costs $735.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and Dell Inspiron 14 7425 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 is fair for gaming and 3D due to its integrated AMD Ryzen 7 5825U Vega 8 graphics and a 60Hz screen refresh rate, being more portable but with less on-screen detail due to its smaller size and lower resolution. In comparison, the Dell Inspiron 16 5635, also fair for gaming and 3D, features similar Vega 8 graphics and a 60Hz refresh rate but offers a larger, higher-resolution screen, which provides sharper images and more workspace, with a slight compromise on portability.
Engineering and Design
6.9/10
7.3/10
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5635 to be good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Software Development
7.3/10
7.7/10
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 and Dell Inspiron 14 7425 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.
Battery
7.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 has 7.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 16 5635 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.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 and Dell Inspiron 16 5635 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 7425 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5635 compare to other laptops
"Overall, this Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 offers a lot to like, especially at its oft-discounted price of $800. It’s a sturdy laptop with strong performance, a convertible touchscreen, loud speakers, and a convenient fingerprint reader. But the trade-offs you’ll make in pursuit of that lower price—most notably the dim display and stiff trackpad—might just keep you from outright loving it."
"Compared to the previous year’s Inspiron, Dell upgraded the screen aspect ratio on this generation, but also transitioned to a more minimalistic centered keyboard flanked by up-firing speakers. The 16-inch screen is huge plus and I really appreciate the extra real estate without sacrificing the footprint much. This year’s model is a little larger than last, though, as the former model was already very small for a 15 incher."
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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.
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