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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 has a larger storage capacity and a higher screen resolution with a more modern aspect ratio, making it versatile for general use and multitasking with fair color accuracy for some creative work. It's more portable due to its smaller size and lower weight, providing substantial performance for everyday tasks and casual gaming, though not tailored for heavy gaming or intensive engineering software. On the other hand, the HP Envy 17 features a larger screen size which is beneficial for multimedia and more immersive workspaces, a more powerful main processor suited for demanding applications, and slightly better battery life. However, it's less portable due to its larger size and heavier weight. Consider the Dell if you favor portability, storage, and a higher pixel density display, and the HP for better performance in CPU-intensive tasks and a larger display for desktop-like experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
- Very good portability
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the HP Envy 17
- The HP Envy 17 has no clear advantages over the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.1
6.8
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
216.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The HP Envy 17 has a better screen than the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435, with its fair screen quality for general use, offers a balance of resolution and brightness that suits everyday tasks and casual media consumption, but may lack the wider color gamut needed for precise engineering and design work. The HP Envy 17 steps up with good screen quality, providing higher resolution and brightness that enhances the experience for both general users and professionals requiring more accurate color representation for engineering and design tasks. However, for gaming and 3D applications where the fluidity of motion is paramount, both laptops fall short due to lower refresh rates, despite having adequate resolution and panel type for a decent visual experience.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has very good portability, while the HP Envy 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$779
$1,000
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a price of $779 and the HP Envy 17 costs $1,000.
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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
329.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and HP Envy 17 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 is suitable for general use due to its balance of a powerful CPU, significant RAM for multitasking, a high-resolution IPS touchscreen for good screen quality, reasonable portability with its relatively low weight, and decent battery life. On the other hand, while the HP Envy 17 also boasts a capable CPU and ample RAM, its larger high-resolution screen offers better graphics for media consumption but sacrifices portability due to its larger size and weight, though it also has a fairly good battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.4
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
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
7.0/10
The HP Envy 17 and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 and HP Envy 17 offer fair performance in gaming and 3D tasks mainly because of their integrated GPUs—the AMD Ryzen Vega 8 and Intel Iris Xe respectively—which can handle gaming at moderate settings but aren't as powerful as dedicated gaming GPUs. Additionally, both laptops have screens with a standard refresh rate of 60Hz, which is suitable for casual gaming but may not satisfy avid gamers looking for smoother visuals that come with higher refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
7.1
7.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Envy 17 and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435, with its AMD Ryzen 7 processor, ample RAM, capable integrated GPU, high-resolution screen, and 2-in-1 convertible design is well-suited for engineering and design tasks that require versatility and the occasional use of a tablet mode.
Content Creation
7.6
7.5
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and HP Envy 17 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
7.5
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Envy 17 and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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
8.0 Hours
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has 8 hours of battery life. The HP Envy 17 has 8 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
7.2
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and HP Envy 17 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 HP Envy 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 | HP Envy 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$779 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.9'' x 0.73'' | 15.7'' x 10.2'' x 0.77'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.48 lbs | 5.49 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 15.68" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.92" | 10.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 55 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 | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 216 nits | 329 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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."
HP Envy 17
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NotebookCheck
Marcus Schwarten | April 2023
"In our test, the HP Envy 17-cr0079ng presents itself as a balanced multimedia laptop. Thanks to its solid CPU performance and dedicated entry-level GeForce, it can also be used for playing video games, as long as the demands aren't too high. Those looking for more can find it in the Dell XPS 17 for example."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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