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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a higher resolution and better color coverage, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro offers a superior display, which is also more suitable for fast motion content due to its higher refresh rate. However, the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 provides more storage space out of the box and comes at a slightly lower price point. While both laptops are suitable for general use, neither is ideal for intensive gaming or high-end 3D/machine learning tasks. The Lenovo model is lighter and has a higher portability score, which might appeal more if you often carry your laptop around. Both laptops should offer similar battery life for typical usage. The Lenovo has a somewhat newer processor, which may offer better performance in some tasks over the Dell's AMD processor. Consider your specific needs regarding screen quality, storage, portability, and budget when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
- The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro.
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro
- Good overall display quality
- Good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.1
7.7
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
216.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
395.0 nits
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro provides a sharper image and more vivid colors due to its higher resolution and brightness compared to the Dell Inspiron 14 7435, making it superior for everyday tasks like web browsing and document editing. In engineering and design, the Lenovo's wider color gamut coverage ensures more accurate color reproduction which is essential for professional photo editing and graphic design. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short as they do not offer high refresh rates, which limits the smoothness and responsiveness pivotal in high-paced gaming scenarios.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 both have very good portability, though the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
7.3
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
216.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
395.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.7/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 is well-suited for general use with a good balance of CPU and RAM, making it efficient for everyday tasks, and its screen quality, portability, and battery life align with the needs of most users. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro also meets general use criteria, with a potent CPU and ample RAM, a high-quality screen, alongside its lightweight design and long-lasting battery, although its smaller storage capacity could be a slight drawback compared to the Dell's larger storage for those needing more space.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.1
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 has an integrated AMD GPU and a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate, making it just adequate for casual gaming and non-intensive 3D applications, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro steps up with an integrated Intel GPU and a higher 90Hz screen refresh rate, offering slightly smoother visuals suitable for similar use cases but with somewhat improved gaming and 3D performance. Despite their capabilities, both laptops have limitations when it comes to more demanding gaming and 3D tasks due to the constraints of their GPUs and processors.
Engineering and Design
7.1
7.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435, with its ample storage and AMD Ryzen CPU with integrated Vega graphics, is well suited for engineering and design tasks, backed by a high-quality IPS display but with moderate color coverage. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro, while less portable due to reduced storage, boasts a higher resolution and color-accurate screen, powered by an Intel CPU and Iris Xe graphics, making it equally apt for design and engineering demands.
Content Creation
7.6
7.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro 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
5.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro 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
8.5 Hours
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has 8.5 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.8
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$779
$799
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a price of $779 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro costs $799.
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How the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$779 | $799 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.9'' x 0.73'' | 12.3'' x 8.7'' x 0.62'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.48 lbs | 3.04 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 12.29" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.92" | 8.74" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | Intel i5-11300H | |
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 | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 60.7 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 | 90Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 216 nits | 395 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 8.8/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
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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."
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro
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Allen Ngo | October 2021
"The main selling point of the IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro versus a regular IdeaPad Slim 7 is its faster Core H-series CPU. In reality, the Core i7-11370H is only marginally faster than the U-series Core i7-1165G7 to the point where most users are not likely to notice the benefits. The slight performance uptick comes at the cost of slightly higher power consumption as well meaning owners will have to deal with potentially warmer temperatures or louder fans to compensate. Unless if you happen to be a power user, then the regular non-Pro model will be more than enough. Once you go 90 Hz, you can't go back."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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