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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you prioritize affordability and general use, the Dell Inspiron may be your choice, but if you require a laptop for more power-intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the MSI Creator could be worth the extra expense. Keep in mind that the MSI will likely be heavier and may have shorter battery life, affecting its portability, while the Dell will offer more mobility and longer use on a single charge but with less performance for demanding applications. Choose the Dell for casual use and the MSI for specialized, resource-intensive activities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 7425
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.5
8.0
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
260.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
7.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 offers a balance of performance and battery life suitable for everyday tasks, with enough RAM and a capable CPU, while also being light enough to carry around easily. However, the MSI Creator M14, with its superior CPU and screen quality, provides smoother and more vibrant performance for more demanding applications, though this may come at the expense of reduced battery life and increased weight, making it less portable.
Gaming and AI
6.2
7.3
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 offers decent graphical capabilities suitable for casual gaming and basic 3D tasks due to its average GPU and moderate screen refresh rate, but for more intense gaming and 3D applications, the MSI Creator M14 is the better choice with a powerful GPU and higher refresh rate, delivering smoother visuals and performance. While both laptops have capable processors and good screen quality, the superior GPU and refresh rate of the MSI make it a more optimal machine for demanding graphics-related activities.
Engineering and Design
6.9
8.4
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 is only fair.
The MSI Creator M14, with its superior CPU, RAM, and GPU specifications, offers enhanced performance and smoother multitasking for demanding engineering and design applications compared to the Dell Inspiron 14 7425, while its higher screen quality ensures more accurate and vivid visual representation. Although the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 is lighter, making it easier to carry, and might have a quieter operating noise, these factors are less critical when the priority is processing power and visual clarity for complex tasks.
Content Creation
7.3
8.0
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 is good.
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
7.8
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 and Dell Inspiron 14 7425 are both good for software development, though the MSI Creator M14 is somewhat better.
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
7.5
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
260.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The MSI Creator M14 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 7425 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When considering screen quality for general use, both the Dell Inspiron and MSI Creator offer sufficient resolution and brightness, but the panel type on the MSI Creator is typically better, producing sharper and more vibrant visuals. For engineering and design tasks, the MSI Creator stands out with a wider color gamut coverage, essential for accurate color representation, whereas the Dell Inspiron has a more limited range, which may result in less precise color details. When it comes to 3D applications where smooth motion is crucial, both laptops may fall short due to lower refresh rates; however, their resolutions and panel types could still offer a satisfactory experience for less demanding 3D tasks.
Battery
7.5 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 has 7.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 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
14.0in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 has very good portability, while the MSI Creator M14 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$800
$1,500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Inspiron 14 7425 has a price of $800 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
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Build Quality
7.4
7.8
The MSI Creator M14 and Dell Inspiron 14 7425 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 MSI Creator M14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 7425 | MSI Creator M14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$800 | $1,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | March 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.66'' | 12.4'' x 9.2'' x 0.88'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.61 lbs | 3.53 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 12.39" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | Intel i7-13620H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7.5 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 53.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 260 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 7.8/10 | |
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 | 7.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
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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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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