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Updated January 10, 2024·
If battery life and a versatile display are priorities, the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 may suit you as it also offers a touchscreen and a 2-in-1 form factor which is good for general use and presentations. On the other hand, the MSI GF63 Thin, with its dedicated graphics card, is tailored for better performance in gaming and 3D tasks. The tradeoff is that the MSI has less storage and a shorter battery life compared to the Dell. Lastly, the Dell is slightly more expensive, but it offers better performance for engineering software compared to the MSI. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
- The MSI GF63 Thin has no clear advantages over the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435.
Key differences
General Use
7.8
6.0
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
216.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.2 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is good for general use, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 is favored for general use because it has a higher RAM capacity, longer battery life, and a higher quality convertible touch screen, enhancing everyday computing and multimedia experiences. Meanwhile, the MSI GF63 Thin, although designed more for gaming with a dedicated graphics card, has less RAM and shorter battery life, making it less suitable for sustained general-use productivity.
Engineering and Design
7.1
6.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is good for engineering and design, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 is equipped with a newer AMD Ryzen CPU and has a higher RAM, which can greatly affect performance in engineering applications compared to the MSI GF63 Thin, with its older Intel CPU and lower RAM. Additionally, the Dell has better screen resolution and quality, important for design work, while the MSI, although it has a dedicated GPU, falls short in both computational power and screen quality for engineering and design tasks.
Content Creation
7.6
6.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is good for content creation, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
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
6.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is good for software development, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
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.
Screen Quality
6.1
6.1
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
216.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a better screen than the MSI GF63 Thin for software development, and content creation.
If you primarily use your laptop for browsing, media consumption, or office tasks, both the Dell Inspiron 14 and the MSI GF63 Thin offer screens that meet basic requirements, including adequate resolution and brightness, yet might not be as crisp or vibrant as higher-end displays. For engineering and design work, where accurate color representation is crucial, these laptops offer fair performance, but professionals might notice limitations in color range compared to screens with superior color gamut coverage. Gamers and 3D designers, on the other hand, may find these laptops lacking due to their lower refresh rates, which can result in less fluid visuals during fast-paced gaming or 3D rendering.
Battery
8.0 Hours
4.2 Hours
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI GF63 Thin has 4.3 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
15.6in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has very good portability, while the MSI GF63 Thin has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
6.5
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has good build quality, while the MSI GF63 Thin has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$779
$599
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a price of $779 and the MSI GF63 Thin costs $599.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.0
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
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 MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 is equipped with an integrated AMD graphics solution, which might not deliver the most powerful gaming and 3D performance, and it has a standard screen refresh rate of 60Hz that is suitable for casual gaming but may not be ideal for fast-paced games.
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How the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and the MSI GF63 Thin compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 | MSI GF63 Thin |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$779 | $599 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2019 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.9'' x 0.73'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.48 lbs | 4.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.92" | 9.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | Intel i5-10300H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 4.25 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
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 | 249 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
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 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
MSI GF63 Thin
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Florian Glaser | January 2020
"If you leave aside the meagre port selection (no card reader, no DisplayPort, no Thunderbolt 3 or USB 3.1 Gen2), the fan control that could be improved (idle mode!) and the relatively dark and slow display, the MSI GF63 Thin 9SC does not have any major weaknesses. The 15-inch gamer is compact, has a low weight and offers a good price-to-performance ratio, which should please gamers that are looking for both a portable and an affordable gaming notebook. Input devices, battery life, case quality and performance are all appropriate for this purchase price."
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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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