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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 might be better for tasks that require more storage and a higher RAM capacity, along with a touchscreen. However, the Dell Latitude 5430 offers a longer battery life and is lighter, making it more portable. Both have similar processing power but different graphics; the Inspiron uses AMD graphics, and the Latitude uses Intel Iris Xe. The Latitude also comes with Windows 11 Pro, which could be beneficial for business users. Neither is designed for intensive gaming, but both can handle general use and more demanding applications like 3D rendering or engineering software to a satisfactory degree. If portability and battery life are your main concerns, go with the Latitude; if you prioritize a touchscreen, and higher RAM and storage capacity, choose the Inspiron. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 7425
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5430
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2
6.1
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
260.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5430 for software development.
When considering screen quality for general use, the fair assessment of both the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 and the Dell Latitude 5430 is likely due to adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks, but they may lack the panel quality found in higher-end displays. For engineering and design, the screen quality is judged as fair for both models because they offer sufficient coverage of color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, which are critical for color-sensitive work, but probably don’t match the precision of professional monitors. For gaming and 3D, both laptops are considered to have poor screen quality since higher refresh rates are crucial for a smooth experience, and these laptops likely have standard refresh rates, which can hinder fast-paced visuals.
Battery
7.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 has 7.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5430 has 9 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.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.2
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
260.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
7.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 offers superior general use capabilities with a more powerful CPU, double the RAM, and higher screen resolution and brightness than the Dell Latitude 5430, which can impact multitasking efficiency and visual experience. While both are similar in size and portability, the Latitude 5430 provides longer battery life, which may be advantageous for users needing to work on the go without frequent recharges.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.0
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 and the Dell Latitude 5430 are both considered fair for gaming and 3D because they feature integrated graphics, with the Inspiron 14 7425 having AMD Ryzen 7 5825U Vega 8 and the Latitude 5430 boasting Intel i5-1235U Iris Xe, which allow for modest gaming performance; additionally, both have a screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is adequate for casual gaming but not for high-level competitive play. Screen quality is also similar in both, featuring IPS panels with good viewing angles but, their CPUs, while capable for general tasks, might not handle certain high-end gaming and 3D workloads as effectively as dedicated gaming machines with more powerful processors and GPUs.
Engineering and Design
6.9
6.5
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 is regarded as better suited for engineering and design tasks primarily because it has a more powerful AMD Ryzen CPU, twice the RAM, and higher screen resolution, which can significantly boost multitasking and detailed visual work. Meanwhile, the Dell Latitude 5430 offers lower performance due to its less robust Intel CPU and lesser RAM, which may not handle demanding engineering software as effectively, but it counters with slightly better portability and quieter operating noise, advantageous for mobile use and work in quiet environments.
Content Creation
7.3
7.2
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 and Dell Latitude 5430 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
7.1
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 and Dell Latitude 5430 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5430 and Dell Inspiron 14 7425 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 and Dell Latitude 5430 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$800
$790
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 has a price of $800 and the Dell Latitude 5430 costs $790.
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How the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 and the Dell Latitude 5430 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 7425 | Dell Latitude 5430 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$800 | $790 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.66'' | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.76'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.61 lbs | 3.01 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 12.65" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 8.35" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | Intel i5-1235U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7.5 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 58 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 260 nits | 248 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Jared Newman | December 2021
"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."
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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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