The Dell Inspiron 14 7435, being more expensive, offers a 2-in-1 convertible feature, which allows it to be used as both a laptop and a tablet. If you require a device with higher performance for tasks like engineering applications or multitasking, the Dell is likely a better choice. However, if price is a major consideration and you primarily need a laptop for general use such as web browsing or office applications, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 could offer sufficient functionality at a lower cost. Keep in mind that a higher price often comes with increased capabilities, and if portability is a concern, check the weight and battery life that best suits your mobility needs. 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 keyboard
Advantages of the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has no clear advantages over the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435.
Key differences
General Use
7.8/10
5.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
216.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is good for general use, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435, powered by a Ryzen 7 processor with 16GB of RAM, an IPS display, and substantial storage, offers strong performance and screen quality, making it well-suited for a range of tasks including those demanding robust multitasking. Conversely, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14", with a significantly less powerful Celeron CPU, only 4GB of RAM, and limited storage, falls short in handling more demanding applications, thereby making it less ideal for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
5.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
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
8.7/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 offers fair gaming and 3D performance with its more capable AMD Ryzen processor and integrated Vega 8 graphics, whereas the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" falls short with a less powerful Intel Celeron processor and weaker Intel UHD Graphics 600, making it poor for gaming and 3D tasks. Despite both laptops having similar screen refresh rates, the GPU strength is a very important factor, hence the Dell outperforms the Packard Bell in these aspects.
Engineering and Design
7.1/10
5.5/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is good for engineering and design, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 is equipped with a stronger CPU and GPU, more RAM, and a higher quality screen, all of which are crucial for demanding tasks like engineering and design software that require robust performance and good visual fidelity. In comparison, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has a weaker CPU and GPU, less RAM, and a less impressive screen, making it less suitable for such intensive applications despite its advantages in lightness and lower operating noise.
Content Creation
7.6/10
5.9/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is good for content creation, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
5.9/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is good for software development, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
6.1/10
5.8/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.1in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
216.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a better screen than the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 offers decent resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing, but for engineering tasks and design work, its limited color coverage may not display colors as precisely as needed. Despite its shortcomings for professional work, it can still manage basic design tasks better than the Packard Bell Cloudbook, which has lower screen quality overall due to poor resolution and brightness that can strain the eyes over time. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the low refresh rates of both laptops would lead to less fluid motion and could detract from the immersive experience that high-paced gaming and 3D rendering often demand.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has 8 hours of battery life. The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 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.
Build Quality
7.4/10
5.1/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has good build quality, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$779
$350
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a price of $779 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" costs $350.
"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."
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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.
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