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Updated January 10, 2024·
For those valuing battery life and a high-resolution screen, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo stands out with its larger battery and sharper display, well-suited for detailed visual work. However, the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 is more affordable, still offers ample performance for general use, and features solid performance for engineering tasks. Both laptops are portable and comparable in weight, but the Dell's slightly longer battery life may appeal to users frequently on-the-go. If the budget allows and professional high-resolution work is a priority, go with the MSI. Otherwise, for everyday use and to save money, the Dell is a competent choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
- Good overall display quality
- Good speakers
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.1
7.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 are both good for engineering and design, though the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435, with its AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and integrated Vega 8 graphics, offers robust processing and a decent visual experience with an IPS screen of 1920 x 1200 resolution, suitable for engineering and design applications. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo steps up the performance with an Intel i7 processor and Iris Xe graphics, accompanied by a higher-resolution IPS screen of 2880 x 1800, delivering sharper images which can be crucial for detail-oriented engineering and design tasks.
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
60Hz
216.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has a better screen than the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The Dell Inspiron's fair screen quality suffices for everyday tasks due to its adequate resolution and brightness, but the MSI Summit's very good screen quality offers more vivid colors and sharper details, enhancing the visual experience. For engineering and design, the MSI Summit stands out with its wider color gamut, providing better color accuracy crucial for professional work. However, both the Dell Inspiron and MSI Summit have poor screen quality for gaming and 3D because they lack high refresh rates, which are essential for smooth motion and responsive gameplay.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has 7 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.
Cost
$779
$1,599
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a price of $779 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,599.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
7.8
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
216.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 is suited for general use because it offers a balance of solid CPU performance with its AMD Ryzen processor and ample RAM, has a high-quality screen, and provides reasonable portability with a moderate weight and good battery life. In comparison, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo also caters well to general use with a strong Intel CPU, sufficient memory, and a superior high-resolution touchscreen but has a slightly higher weight and prioritizes portability and premium build quality, evident in its robust feature set including Thunderbolt ports and advanced color coverage for the display.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.5
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Content Creation
7.6
7.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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
7.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo 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 MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 | MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$779 | $1,599 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.9'' x 0.73'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.48 lbs | 3.61 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.92" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 72 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 | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 216 nits | 468 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 8.5/10 | |
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 | 6/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
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 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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 Summit E14 Flip Evo
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Allen Ngo | July 2022
"The MSI Summit E14 Flip convertible review: a legit alternative to HP, Dell or Lenovo. Instead of taking the 13-inch Summit E13 Flip and simply enlarging it for a 14-inch form factor, the Summit E14 Flip is the full chassis redesign we've been looking for. It loses some of the golden trims of its smaller sibling, but the gains in rigidity and build quality are arguably worth it especially from a professional standpoint where reliability takes priority. It doesn't quite feel as strong as the HP Spectre just yet, but it's certainly getting close."
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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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