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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 is a higher priced laptop, with more storage, more memory, and a stronger processor suited for tasks such as engineering or more intensive software use. It also features a display with a higher resolution and touchscreen capabilities, which could be advantageous for hands-on tasks and creative work. However, it's less portable and has shorter battery life, making it less ideal if you're often on the go. On the other hand, the Gateway 14.1" is a more budget-friendly option with less storage and memory, and a less powerful processor which makes it suitable for basic general use like web browsing or office applications. Its portability and battery life are better than the Dell, so it's a good fit if you need something for on-the-go use and your tasks are relatively lightweight. The decision between these two laptops should consider these factors alongside your needs and budget. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 7425
- Good for general use
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 14.1"
- The Gateway 14.1" has no clear advantages over the Dell Inspiron 14 7425.
Key differences
General Use
7.5
5.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
260.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
208.0 nits
7.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 is good for general use, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 boasts a powerful AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and abundant RAM, which, along with a high-quality screen, make it well-suited for general use; additionally, its good battery life, backlit keyboard, and 2-in-1 design enhance usability and versatility.
Gaming and AI
6.2
5.4
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
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
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 is fair for gaming and 3D because it has a stronger AMD Ryzen 7 integrated Vega 8 graphics unit, which better handles such tasks, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor for gaming and 3D due to its weaker Intel UHD Graphics 600 that is less adept at processing graphics-intensive activities. Both laptops have standard screen refresh rates, which is not ideal for high-end gaming, but the superior GPU in the Dell makes a significant difference in performance.
Engineering and Design
6.9
5.5
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
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.
Content Creation
7.3
5.8
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 is good for content creation, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
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
5.8
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 is good for software development, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
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
6.0
14.0in
SIZE
14.1in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
260.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
208.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 has a better screen than the Gateway 14.1" for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 and Gateway 14.1" both have screens that provide enough resolution and brightness for daily tasks and basic design work, making them suitable for general use and fair for engineering and design. However, both displays lack wide color gamuts, which are crucial for accurate color representation in professional engineering and design work. For gaming and 3D applications, the importance of a high refresh rate isn't met by either laptop, leading to a less smooth visual experience, hence they are considered to have poor screen quality for these uses.
Build Quality
7.4
5.1
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 has good build quality, while the Gateway 14.1" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$800
$99
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 has a price of $800 and the Gateway 14.1" costs $99.
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Key similarities
Battery
7.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 has 7.5 hours of battery life. The Gateway 14.1" 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
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.1in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 and Gateway 14.1" both have very good portability.
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How the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 and the Gateway 14.1" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 7425 | Gateway 14.1" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$800 | $99 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.66'' | 13.1'' x 8.8'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.61 lbs | 3.35 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 13.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 8.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 64 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14.1" | |
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 | 208 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 8.1/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Dell Inspiron 14 7425
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PCWorld
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."
Gateway 14.1"
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Allen Ngo | September 2021
"The Gateway Ultra Slim 14" is surprisingly quiet with long battery life. The inexpensive Gateway excels at maximizing performance per dollar with lots of RAM and storage, super-quiet fan, and a long battery life. It can even house up to two M.2 SSDs which we weren't expecting from such a cheap system. However, the iffy reliability of the keyboard and USB-C port on our test unit means users should double-check for these potential issues immediately after purchasing."
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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 Gateway
Gateway is a laptop and tablet brand owned by Acer which sells budget-friendly laptops exclusively through Walmart. It was previously an American computer company until its acquisition by Acer in 2007, who then revived the brand in 2020. Gateway laptops are manufactured by Chinese company Shenzhen Bmorn Technology, which also makes EVOO-branded models.
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