For general use, both the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and the Razer Blade 14 (2023) have their strengths; the Dell offers a lower price and decent all-around performance for everyday tasks. However, if you require a laptop that excels in 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the Razer Blade 14, with its powerful graphics card, outshines the Dell. It also offers a longer battery life, which can be critical if you frequently work on the go. Both have similar portability, but the Razer Blade is slightly heavier. Keep in mind, the Razer comes at a higher price point, so you’re paying extra for its enhanced capabilities. Additionally, while both are suitable for engineering tasks, the Razer Blade would provide superior performance due to its high-end components. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has no clear advantages over the Razer Blade 14 (2023).
Advantages of the Razer Blade 14 (2023)
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.6/10
8.4/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is only fair.
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
7.8/10
8.7/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good.
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) outshines the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus for engineering and design due to its AMD Ryzen 9 processor and Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, which provide superior computing and graphical capabilities; additionally, it has a brighter and more color-accurate screen essential for design work.
Screen Quality
7.0/10
8.9/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
326.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
560.0 nits
The Razer Blade 14 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 boasts a high-resolution, bright display that enhances everyday tasks and detailed engineering work by delivering crisp text and vivid colors; however, its limited refresh rate diminishes the gaming and 3D design experience where smoother motion is crucial. The Razer Blade 14's display provides even sharper visuals and wider color coverage, essential for precision in engineering and design projects, and its exceptional brightness and clarity improve general usability, although it too falls short for gaming and animation due to a refresh rate that can't keep up with fast-paced scenes. Both laptops, despite their strong color accuracy and resolution beneficial for general use and professional applications, may not satisfy gamers or 3D artists who require a fluid on-screen motion to match high-speed content.
Build Quality
7.4/10
8.5/10
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) 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
$2,400
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a price of $808 and the Razer Blade 14 (2023) costs $2,400.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Blade 14 (2023) to be very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good.
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) is considered very good for general use due to its more powerful AMD Ryzen 9 processor, superior screen refresh rate, and longer battery life, providing not only smoother performance but also a better visual experience and less frequent charging compared to the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus which has a capable Intel i7 processor and high-quality IPS display but prioritizes portability with a lighter build and manages operating noise and heat better. When considering individual needs, the Razer Blade may appeal to those who value a high-performance machine with top-notch screen quality for intensive tasks and multimedia, while the Dell Inspiron suits users looking for a reliable, everyday laptop that is easier to carry around and quieter during operation.
Content Creation
7.9/10
8.2/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Blade 14 (2023) 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
7.7/10
7.9/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) 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
6.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has 6 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 14 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
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Razer Blade 14 (2023) both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and the Razer Blade 14 (2023) compare to other laptops
"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."
"After making a huge splash with the original 2021 model, it's expected that the 2022 refresh would be more of a minor update to an already impressive machine. It adds a higher resolution webcam (720p to 1080p), faster CPU (Ryzen 9 5900HX to Ryzen 9 6900HX), faster GPU (RTX 3070/3080 to 3070/3080 Ti), faster RAM (DDR4-3200 to DDR5-4800), faster M.2 SSD support (PCIe3 x4 to PCIe4 x4), newer WLAN module (Killer AX1690i to Qualcomm WCN685x), and a MUX switch for the new integrated Radeon 680M GPU. It's indubitably an upgrade especially in terms of single-thread processor 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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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