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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 offers a better price to performance ratio, with a larger storage space and a touchscreen feature, making it suitable for general use and light multimedia tasks. The AMD processor with integrated Vega graphics handles everyday tasks efficiently, but it might not be the best choice for heavy 3D rendering or intensive gaming. Conversely, the Dell Latitude 5431 comes with Windows 11 Pro and premium business features such as a fingerprint reader. It has a slightly longer battery life, which is beneficial for on-the-go professionals, though it has less storage space. The Latitude's Intel processor and Iris Xe graphics provide reliable performance for general and engineering applications. If your budget allows and your primary needs are business-oriented tasks with higher durability and additional security features, the Latitude is a suitable choice, otherwise, the Inspiron provides a balanced option for general usage at a more attractive price point. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good portability
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.1
6.1
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
216.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
241.0 nits
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5431 for content creation.
For general use, the Dell Inspiron 14 and Latitude 5431 offer screens that are reasonably clear and bright enough for everyday tasks like browsing and office work, but they may lack the sharpness and higher resolutions found in premium laptops. With regard to engineering and design, these Dell models provide adequate color representation for less demanding tasks; however, professionals needing precise color accuracy for high-end graphics work may find them lacking due to limited color gamut coverage. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short in delivering the smooth visuals required by these tasks, as they have lower refresh rates and resolve that's less than optimal for fast-paced visual content.
Cost
$779
$950
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a price of $779 and the Dell Latitude 5431 costs $950.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
7.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
216.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
241.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Dell Latitude 5431 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435, with its higher screen resolution and 2-in-1 convertible design, offers a versatile and visually appealing experience for general users, albeit with slightly less battery life and a bit more weight than the Dell Latitude 5431, which maintains solid performance credentials with a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a business-oriented feature set that includes additional security and a durable build, making it well-suited for general use despite a smaller storage capacity and a standard screen aspect ratio.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
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 Inpsiron 14 7435 and Dell Latitude 5431 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 and the Dell Latitude 5431 are both considered fair for gaming and 3D primarily due to their integrated graphics solutions, the Vega 8 and Iris Xe respectively, which offer moderate graphical capabilities suitable for less demanding games and 3D applications. Despite having decent CPUs and good screen quality, they are limited by their standard refresh rates and graphics capabilities, making them less than ideal for high-end gaming or professional 3D work that demands more powerful dedicated GPUs and higher screen refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
7.1
6.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 to be good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 is equipped with a good processor and ample RAM, complemented by a solid-state drive large enough for numerous applications and data, and it features a touchscreen with a higher resolution, which is great for design work. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5431, with a similar amount of RAM and a capable processor, has a slightly brighter screen and offers a higher durability build along with enterprise features like vPro, making it well-suited for demanding engineering environments.
Content Creation
7.6
7.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Dell Latitude 5431 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
7.4
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Dell Latitude 5431 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
8.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5431 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 to have very good portability, while the Dell Latitude 5431 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Dell Latitude 5431 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 Inpsiron 14 7435 and the Dell Latitude 5431 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 | Dell Latitude 5431 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$779 | $950 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.9'' x 0.73'' | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.96'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.48 lbs | 3.3 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 12.65" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.92" | 8.35" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | Intel i5-1250P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 64 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 | 216 nits | 241 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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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Eric Grevstad | August 2023
"We see no shame in an economy laptop missing the four-star mark. Frankly, we considered giving the Inspiron 14 2-in-1 three-and-a-half stars for its low price, competitive performance, and long battery life. Unfortunately, working with a screen that can't deliver at least 300 nits of brightness is simply no fun to the point of detrimental. Still, if you're looking for a convertible laptop on a tight budget, it's worth keeping an eye on Dell's sales and discounts. That Lavender Blue model is fairly tempting."
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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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