Choosing between the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17G, consider that while the Dell is more budget-friendly and lighter, hence easier to carry, it has less storage and a smaller, less powerful integrated graphics unit, which could be less ideal for heavy graphics tasks and gaming. The Gigabyte, on the other hand, with its dedicated graphics card and large high-refresh-rate screen, stands out for gaming and intensive tasks but is heavier and more expensive. If you're after better gaming performance and can handle a heavier laptop, the Gigabyte could be worth the extra cost. However, for everyday tasks and better portability, the Dell Inspiron might be sufficient. Remember, the Dell also doubles as a tablet, adding to its versatility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
Very good portability
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17G
Good for gaming and AI
Very good overall display quality
Good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
7.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G is superior for gaming and 3D due to its significantly more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU, which outperforms the integrated AMD Vega 8 GPU in the Dell Inspiron 14 7435, and it also features a high 300 Hz screen refresh rate compared to the Dell's standard 60 Hz, offering smoother visuals which is crucial for fast-paced games. While both have IPS screens for good viewing angles, the Aorus 17G's focus on gaming-grade specs justifies its better performance in these areas.
Engineering and Design
7.1/10
7.8/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 are both good for engineering and design, though the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 is suited for engineering and design due to its capable AMD Ryzen CPU, sufficient RAM, and integrated Vega 8 GPU, alongside a high-quality IPS touchscreen with high pixel density and color coverage for detailed graphics work. In contrast, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is preferred for similar tasks because of its more powerful Intel CPU, dedicated Nvidia RTX GPU which excels in rendering, and a larger high-refresh-rate screen, though it’s less portable and has louder operating noise.
Screen Quality
6.1/10
8.0/10
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
216.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
282.0 nits
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aorus 17G for software development, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
If you prioritize clear text and vibrant images for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing, both the Dell Inspiron 14 and Gigabyte Aorus 17G have suitable displays, with the latter being slightly superior due to better brightness and resolution. For engineering and design, where accurate color representation is crucial, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G leads with higher color gamut coverage, essential for precision work. However, if your focus is on fluid motion for 3D applications and gaming, the Gigabyte's display falls short on high refresh rates, which are critical for smooth visuals and responsiveness in such scenarios.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has 8 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has 6 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
5.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has very good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$779
$2,329
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a price of $779 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17G costs $2,329.
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Gigabyte Aorus 17G are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 is suitable for general use as it offers a balance of portability with its lighter weight and smaller screen, and sufficient performance with its AMD processor and RAM, alongside a touchscreen with good color coverage for daily tasks. The Gigabyte Aorus 17G, while heavier and less portable, provides a larger screen and higher processing power with its Intel CPU and dedicated graphics, suited for more demanding applications, but with less battery life than the Dell, making it better suited for use where portability is less of a concern.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.5/10
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 Aorus 17G 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
7.4/10
7.2/10
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
9.0/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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
7.4/10
7.4/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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 Aorus 17G compare to other laptops
"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."
"The Aorus 17G isn't among the top RTX 3080 laptops due to its relatively low TGP of 105 watts. The device's gaming performance is average for an RTX 3080. For maximum performance, competitors like the Lenovo Legion 7 or the Alienware m17 R4 are recommended With the Aorus 17G, Gigabyte delivers a well-rounded gaming laptop. However, the device generates a high noise level. Throttling is not an issue. The CPU and GPU can develop their performance uniformly. Nevertheless, the device produces a lot of noise under load - more than many competitors."
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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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