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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 offers more portability and battery life, suitable for on-the-go and general use, with a touchscreen and a 2-in-1 design for versatility. Contrastingly, the Gigabyte A7, with its larger screen, dedicated graphics and higher refresh rate, excels in 3D rendering, gaming, and engineering tasks, but at the cost of reduced battery life and heavier build. If you prioritize gaming or engineering work and don't mind the extra weight, choose the Gigabyte A7; otherwise, for better battery life and portability with sufficient performance for everyday tasks, the Dell Inspiron is the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Gigabyte A7
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.3
7.3
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte A7 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 is less suited for gaming and 3D applications primarily due to its integrated Vega 8 graphics and a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate, while the Gigabyte A7's superior performance in these areas is attributed to its dedicated Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card and a much higher 144Hz screen refresh rate. Additionally, while both laptops have similar quality CPUs and screen quality, the better GPU and refresh rate of the Gigabyte A7 provide a smoother and more immersive gaming and 3D experience.
Screen Quality
6.1
7.3
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
216.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a better screen than the Gigabyte A7 for software development, and content creation, while the Gigabyte A7 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 may offer a balance between resolution and brightness suitable for everyday tasks and sufficient color accuracy for entry-level engineering work, but it may lack the high refresh rate needed for smooth 3D rendering or gaming. On the other hand, the Gigabyte A7 might provide enhanced color representation critical for precise engineering and design tasks while having a display that is bright and clear for typical use, yet still falls short for gaming due to a lower refresh rate. Both laptops may not deliver the optimal experience for gaming or advanced 3D applications because the importance of a high refresh rate is not sufficiently met by either model.
Battery
8.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has 8 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte A7 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
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has very good portability, while the Gigabyte A7 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$779
$940
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a price of $779 and the Gigabyte A7 costs $940.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
7.3
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
216.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435, with its more compact size and higher resolution touchscreen, offers good portability and screen quality for general use, as well as a significant battery life, while the Gigabyte A7 provides a larger screen and superior gaming performance with a dedicated graphics card, but is less portable and has shorter battery life.
Engineering and Design
7.1
7.6
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte A7 and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 is equipped with a capable CPU suitable for engineering tasks, ample storage, and a high-resolution touchscreen that enhances screen quality for design work, while its more compact and lightweight build provides better portability. In contrast, the Gigabyte A7 offers a more powerful GPU for demanding engineering graphics and larger screen size, which is beneficial for design, but this comes at the cost of heavier weight and reduced portability.
Content Creation
7.6
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Gigabyte A7 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
7.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Gigabyte A7 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.2
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Gigabyte A7 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 Gigabyte A7 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 | Gigabyte A7 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$779 | $940 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.9'' x 0.73'' | 15.6'' x 10.3'' x 1.19'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.48 lbs | 5.58 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 15.59" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.92" | 10.31" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 49 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 216 nits | 318 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | Yes | |
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 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Shopping
Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
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PCMag
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."
Gigabyte A7
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Mike Wobker | October 2021
"In terms of looks, the Gigabyte A7 X1 is certainly not a trendy, slim, and ultra-mobile gaming laptop. But it does what it's supposed to do, namely bringing games smoothly onto the screen, very well. Both the processor and the GeForce RTX 3070 are able to unleash their performance without restrictions thanks to the well-ventilated case. The Gigabyte A7 X1 brings modern games smoothly onto the screen and offers excellent maintenance options."
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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 Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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