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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize gaming or 3D work, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 with its dedicated Nvidia graphics may suit you better. For a lighter, more portable option with slightly better battery life, and a good balance for general use, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus could be the right choice despite being more expensive and less suited for graphics-intensive tasks. However, if you're looking for a more vivid display for creative work, the Lenovo's screen offers higher brightness and refresh rate. Both have solid build quality and performance for engineering tasks, with the Lenovo providing a more responsive screen and the Dell offering better portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
- Very good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo Slim 7 16
- Very good overall display quality
- Good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.0
8.3
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
326.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a better screen than the Lenovo Slim 7 16 for content creation, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers suitable resolution and brightness for everyday tasks, but for engineering and design, while it provides acceptable color accuracy, it's not as vibrant as some alternatives, and its lower refresh rate isn't optimal for fast-paced 3D applications. The Lenovo Slim 7 16, with its higher resolution and brightness, ensures a crisp and vivid display for both general use and demanding design work, benefiting from strong color gamut coverage, but like the Inspiron, its lower refresh rate limits its appeal for gaming and 3D modeling where smoother motion is crucial. Therefore, for users prioritizing general use and engineering work, the Lenovo offers a more premium visual experience, whereas both models are less suited for gaming or 3D tasks due to their screen refresh rate limitations.
Battery
6.0 Hours
9.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has 9.5 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
16.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has very good portability, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$808
$591
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a price of $808 and the Lenovo Slim 7 16 costs $591.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.7
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
326.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Lenovo Slim 7 16 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers robust performance for general use with its Intel i7 processor and ample RAM, complemented by a high-quality screen, contributing to its suitability for a range of tasks; it's relatively lightweight making it portable, but battery life is modest. In comparison, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 provides similar advantages in CPU and RAM, adds a slightly larger high-resolution touchscreen with vivid color display, and boasts superior battery life, although it is a bit heavier, which may affect portability.
Gaming and AI
6.6
6.6
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Lenovo Slim 7 16 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.
Engineering and Design
7.8
7.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Lenovo Slim 7 16 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus comes equipped with a robust Intel i7 processor and integrated graphics, suitable for engineering software, matched with a quality display, which, while lacking a dedicated GPU for more intensive graphical tasks, offers significant battery capacity and portability. In contrast, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 boasts a capable AMD Ryzen 7 processor and a dedicated Nvidia RTX graphics card, which excels in screen quality and supports a more vivid display with a higher refresh rate at the expense of a slightly heavier build, providing a favorable combination for both engineering and design applications that involve graphic-intensive processes.
Content Creation
7.9
7.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Lenovo Slim 7 16 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
7.7
7.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Lenovo Slim 7 16 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.8
The Lenovo Slim 7 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 Lenovo Slim 7 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 Plus | Lenovo Slim 7 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$808 | $591 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2022 | June 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 14'' x 9.7'' x 0.69'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 4.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 14.01" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 9.68" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 9.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 326 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 7.6/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
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 | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
Shopping
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
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NotebookCheck
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."
Lenovo Slim 7 16
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Eric Grevstad | March 2022
"At $1,011, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 Pro is a real bargain among full-sized laptops, with a handsome 16-inch, 16:10 aspect ratio touch screen, a speedy CPU, a comfortable keyboard, ample memory, and a roomy solid-state drive. It's not a blazing gaming rig or mobile workstation, but it doesn't pretend to be. Its biggest negative is that it may be hard to find—during our review, it sold out and was marked "Temporarily Unavailable" on Lenovo's site."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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