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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize high storage capacity and top-tier graphics for activities like gaming or 3D rendering, the Gigabyte Aero 16, with its more powerful GPU and higher-resolution OLED display, offers an edge, though it's also heavier and has a larger footprint, making it less portable than the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is more affordable, lighter, and offers better portability, but with less graphical power and a lower resolution IPS screen. Both laptops are well-suited for general use and engineering tasks, with solid build quality and performance, but the Aero 16 provides an exceptional color-rich display which could be beneficial for creative professionals. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
- Very good portability
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aero 16
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.6
7.8
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus, with its onboard Intel graphics, is suitable for less demanding gaming and 3D applications, complemented by a respectable screen refresh rate and quality screen. However, the Gigabyte Aero 16 stands out for its powerful Nvidia RTX GPU and superior OLED screen, ensuring more intense gaming and 3D performance despite the same refresh rate; these features, alongside a high-quality CPU, make it well-suited for gamers and professionals in need of high graphical fidelity.
Engineering and Design
7.8
8.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good.
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is better suited for engineering and design due to its superior GPU, the Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti, which excels in demanding tasks compared to the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus's integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, and a higher resolution OLED screen offering better color accuracy and quality. However, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is more portable and offers a quieter operating noise, which may be preferred by users who prioritize mobility and a less noisy environment.
Screen Quality
7.0
8.4
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
326.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
368.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aero 16 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus provides adequate resolution and brightness for daily tasks, but for gaming and 3D work, its lower refresh rate limits the smoothness and responsiveness needed. The Gigabyte Aero 16 offers a high-resolution, bright screen with wide color gamuts, making it excellent for precision work in engineering and design, but for gaming and 3D, despite its good resolution and panel type, the refresh rate is not optimal for the fastest motion rendering. For general use, both laptops offer quality visuals, but the Aero 16 stands out for professionals in visual fields, though gamers will find both lacking in refresh rate for an ideal gaming experience.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
5.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has very good portability, while the Gigabyte Aero 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$808
$1,260
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a price of $808 and the Gigabyte Aero 16 costs $1,260.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
8.0
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
326.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
368.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte Aero 16 to be very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is suitable for general use due to its solid CPU, sufficient RAM, good screen quality, and very good portability including a lighter weight and compact design, paired with a decent battery life. Meanwhile, the Gigabyte Aero 16 also meets general use needs with the same CPU and RAM but excels with a superior OLED screen, although it's less portable due to its larger size and heavier weight, yet offers better battery life.
Content Creation
7.9
8.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte Aero 16 to be very good for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good.
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
7.7
7.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 and Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 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
6.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has 6 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aero 16 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
7.8
The Gigabyte Aero 16 and Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 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 Inspiron 14 Plus and the Gigabyte Aero 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 Plus | Gigabyte Aero 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$808 | $1,260 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2022 | October 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 14'' x 9.8'' x 0.88'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 5.07 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 9.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 326 nits | 368 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 7.1/10 | |
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 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
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Allen Ngo | August 2022
"The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is for power users on a budget. If you're looking to maximize CPU and GPU performance on your next 14-inch laptop, then consider the pricier Razer Blade 14 or Asus Zephyrus G14. If you're looking for a thin-and-light 14-inch Ultrabook, then the Asus Zenbook 14 or LG Gram 14 may be better options. For the best of both worlds, however, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420 rides a fine line between extreme performance and portability while keeping prices at reasonable levels. Frequent travelers who rely on performance beyond what the Core U-series and integrated graphics series can offer will find the Dell to be a solid solution."
Gigabyte Aero 16
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Tom's Hardware
Isaac Rouse | May 2022
"The Gigabyte Aero 16 is a workstation laptop for light gaming. It's design is still muted, with a silver chassis alongside a black keyboard and trackpad that provides some contrast. The Gigabyte Aero’s full-size chiclet-style keyboard is enjoyable to type on thanks to its snappy feel and responsiveness. The 4K+ AMOLED display is good, but it could be better. It doesn’t handle true black very well and suffers from strong reflections and glare. The Gigabyte Aero excels at productivity performance and can keep up with other gaming laptops in 1080p. But it has very few ports and its refresh rate leaves a bit to be desired."
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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 Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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