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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers a higher-resolution display and is suited for more intensive tasks such as 3D work, machine learning, or gaming due to its powerful processor and better graphics. Conversely, the HP 250 G10 is more budget-friendly and suitable for general use, but its performance may not meet the demands of heavy computing tasks. The Dell's build quality and higher-resolution screen excel for engineering and other high-resolution applications, but for everyday tasks and if affordability is a key consideration, the HP could be the preferable option. Keep in mind that the Dell is heavier, which might affect portability, but it also has a sturdier construction. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 250 G10
- The HP 250 G10 has no clear advantages over the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus.
Key differences
General Use
7.9
6.3
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
326.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers superior processing power, ample RAM, and a high-quality IPS screen, which enhances general use through better multitasking and visual clarity, while its portability is balanced by a relatively moderate battery life. Conversely, the HP 250 G10, despite matching in RAM, falls behind due to its less powerful CPU and lower-quality TN screen, which may limit performance and viewing pleasure, though it slightly outperforms in portability and battery usage efficiency.
Gaming and AI
6.6
5.7
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
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 Inspiron 14 Plus is only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is equipped with a high-performance CPU and an advanced integrated GPU capable of handling gaming and 3D applications, plus it has a high-resolution IPS display which offers better screen quality, while the HP 250 G10 has a basic CPU and a lower-tier integrated GPU that struggles with demanding tasks, alongside a lower resolution TN display which isn't ideal for gaming or 3D content.
Engineering and Design
7.8
5.8
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a powerful Intel i7 processor and Iris Xe graphics which, combined with a high-quality IPS display, make it well-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks, whereas the HP 250 G10's lower-end Intel N200 processor and UHD graphics, along with a lower-resolution TN display, do not meet the performance requirements for such intensive applications.
Content Creation
7.9
6.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good for content creation, while the HP 250 G10 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
7.7
6.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good for software development, while the HP 250 G10 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
7.0
5.3
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
326.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a superior screen for general use and engineering design due to its higher resolution and brightness, along with better color accuracy that is essential for detailed graphical tasks. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the Inspiron's lower refresh rate may make the visuals less smooth compared to displays with higher refresh rates. In contrast, the HP 250 G10's screen falls short for all mentioned tasks because of low resolution, brightness, and color accuracy, which diminishes the viewing and work experience across the board.
Build Quality
7.4
6.0
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has good build quality, while the HP 250 G10 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$808
$349
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a price of $808 and the HP 250 G10 costs $349.
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Key similarities
Battery
6.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has 6 hours of battery life. The HP 250 G10 has 6 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
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 14 Plus to have very good portability, while the HP 250 G10 has good portability.
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How the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and the HP 250 G10 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 Plus | HP 250 G10 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$808 | $349 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 14.17" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 9.29" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel N200 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 326 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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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."
HP 250 G10
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Nikolay Palaozov | December 2023
"The HP 250 G10 is a decent budget device that surprises us with its high CPU frequencies under load. Still, our configuration has a Core i5-1335U which doesn’t require significant cooling, if choose a 28W P-series processor, maybe the situation with the clocks could be different. If you want to play some casual game after work, a memory in dual-channel is a must because it increases greatly the iGPU performance."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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