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Updated January 10, 2024·
When selecting between the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and the MSI GE66 Raider, consider your primary needs and budget. If what you seek is high performance for tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, the MSI GE66 Raider, with its potent processor and advanced graphics, outshines the Dell Inspiron. However, it's heavier and less portable, squeezing battery life for that extra power. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron offers considerable savings, moderate performance sufficient for general use and lighter engineering applications, and boasts a more compact design and longer-lasting battery, making it a friendlier choice if you prioritize portability and value. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
- Very good portability
Advantages of the MSI GE66 Raider
- Very good for general use
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.6
8.6
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.2/10
The MSI GE66 Raider is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is only fair.
The MSI GE66 Raider offers superior gaming and 3D performance with its Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate of 120, compared to the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus which is equipped with an Intel i7-12700H Iris Xe GPU and a 60 refresh rate. The Raider also provides a more powerful CPU and higher-quality screen, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
Engineering and Design
7.8
9.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.4/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI GE66 Raider is excellent for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good.
The MSI GE66 Raider is excellent for engineering and design due to its top-tier CPU and GPU, substantial RAM, and high-resolution, color-accurate screen, which are crucial for demanding tasks and visual fidelity. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is rated as good due to its strong CPU and capable integrated GPU, suitable RAM, and decent screen quality but falls short of the Raider's superior performance specs and larger, more detailed display.
Content Creation
7.9
8.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.4/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI GE66 Raider is 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
8.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI GE66 Raider is very good for software development, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good.
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
8.2
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
326.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
The MSI GE66 Raider has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers sufficient resolution and brightness, making it clear and easy to view under most conditions, but the MSI GE66 Raider goes a step further with a higher resolution and brighter screen, enhancing the clarity and readability. For engineering and design tasks, the MSI GE66 Raider excels by providing a wider color gamut, enabling more accurate color representation which is crucial for detailed and color-sensitive work. However, with gaming and 3D applications, despite their high-quality displays, neither the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus nor the MSI GE66 Raider offers a high refresh rate, which is key for smooth motion and responsiveness in fast-paced visuals.
Portability
Very Good
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has very good portability, while the MSI GE66 Raider has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
8.5
The MSI GE66 Raider has very good build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$808
$3,399
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a price of $808 and the MSI GE66 Raider costs $3,399.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
8.4
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
326.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GE66 Raider to be very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good.
The MSI GE66 Raider offers superior performance for general use with a more powerful CPU, double the RAM, and a higher resolution screen compared to the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus, which is very capable but slightly less powerful and with a lower screen resolution. However, the Inspiron boasts higher portability due to its lower weight and smaller size, whereas the GE66 Raider, with its larger screen and gaming-grade components, is less portable and has more weight, making it less ideal for on-the-go use.
Battery
6.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI GE66 Raider 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.
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How the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and the MSI GE66 Raider compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 Plus | MSI GE66 Raider |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$808 | $3,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2022 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 14.1'' x 10.5'' x 0.92'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 5.25 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 10.51" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i9-12900HK | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 326 nits | 347 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 6.9/10 | |
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 | 6.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 9/10 | |
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 | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 4 | |
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."
MSI GE66 Raider
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Patrick Schüdzig | June 2022
"The MSI Raider GE66 12UHS notebook passes with flying colors. The GE66 is a high-end notebook with strong performance. The keyboard and trackpad are still very good and score well with precise inputs as well as high build quality. Thanks to a new liquid metal cooling solution, the Intel Core i9 12900HK brings a performance increase of around 50 percent over the predecessor's Intel Core i9 10980HK. The installed graphics card in our device delivers up to 30 percent higher frame rates than the RTX 2070 Super in the MSI GE66 10SFS."
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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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