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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize battery life and silent operation, the LG Ultra 16, which also tends to be less expensive, may be suitable as it offers a longer battery life and fanless operation. On the other hand, if a more responsive and higher-quality keyboard, along with a lighter design and a touch screen, are important features for you, you might prefer the Dell Inspiron 14 7425. Both laptops have similar performance capabilities, making them suitable for general use, 3D and machine learning tasks, and engineering work, but the Dell offers slightly better general performance. Both are equipped with sufficient storage and memory for most tasks, but the LG has a larger screen which might benefit those who need more screen space for multitasking or detailed work, though it sacrifices some portability due to its larger size. Neither are ideal for intensive gaming, despite their capability to handle less demanding games. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 7425
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the LG Ultra 16
- Good for engineering and design
- Excellent battery life
- Good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2
6.2
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
260.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
270.0 nits
The LG Ultra 16 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 for content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize screen clarity and color accuracy for tasks like web browsing or document editing, both the Dell Inspiron 14 and the LG Ultra 16 have acceptable displays with sufficient resolution and brightness. For engineering and design work that demands precise color representation, neither laptop is ideal as they lack wide color gamuts, meaning less accurate color reproduction. However, for gaming or 3D rendering where fast motion is common, both screens fall short due to lower refresh rates, resulting in less fluid visuals which could detract from the overall experience.
Battery
7.5 Hours
17.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 has 7.5 hours of battery life. The LG Ultra 16 has 17 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
6.5
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 has good build quality, while the LG Ultra 16 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$800
$1,000
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 has a price of $800 and the LG Ultra 16 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.7
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
260.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
270.0 nits
7.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
17.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The LG Ultra 16 and Dell Inspiron 14 7425 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425, with its 2-in-1 convertible design, provides versatility for general use scenarios, while the LG Ultra 16 offers a silent, fanless operation with a larger screen and longer battery life, fitting for users who value a quiet and extended use environment. Both laptops have capable CPUs and sufficient RAM for everyday tasks, sharp displays with good color coverage, and are portable, but the Dell's touch screen adds flexibility, and the LG's superior battery and quieter performance might be more appealing for long and undisturbed use.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The LG Ultra 16 and Dell Inspiron 14 7425 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 and the LG Ultra 16 are fair for gaming and 3D because both have integrated Vega 8 GPUs which can handle some gaming and 3D tasks without dedicated gaming graphics, but will struggle with more demanding requirements. Additionally, they both feature 60Hz screen refresh rates, which is standard for many tasks but not optimal for high-frame-rate gaming where smoother visuals are sought after.
Engineering and Design
6.9
7.0
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 LG Ultra 16 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.
Content Creation
7.3
7.7
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Ultra 16 and Dell Inspiron 14 7425 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
7.5
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The LG Ultra 16 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 14 7425 to have very good portability, while the LG Ultra 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 and the LG Ultra 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 7425 | LG Ultra 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$800 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.66'' | 14'' x 9.8'' x 0.64'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.61 lbs | 3.63 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 9.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7.5 Hours | 17 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 260 nits | 270 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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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Sebastian Jentsch | October 2022
"Unlike the gram, the Ultra PC isn't designed to be as lightweight as possible. The 16-inch laptop is a whole 400 g (0.88 lb) heavier than its 16-inch gram counterpart partly because its chassis is not made of magnesium. Other than that, the Ultra PC seems like a copy of the gram – but with longer battery life, lower noise levels, and a clean, delicate look."
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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 LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, and are often on sale.
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