When comparing the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 and the MSI Creator M14, consider that the Dell offers a more budget-friendly option, suitable for everyday tasks like browsing, office work, and light multimedia consumption, with acceptable battery life and easier portability due to its lower price. On the other hand, the MSI Creator M14 is tailored for creative professionals and power users, offering higher performance for tasks such as 3D rendering, video editing, and graphics design, but with tradeoffs in higher cost, potentially shorter battery life, and a heftier build that's less convenient for frequent travel. Choose the MSI if performance in demanding applications is a priority, or the Dell if cost and portability align better with your needs for general use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3525
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
259.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 offers sufficient CPU power and RAM for everyday tasks with a focus on affordability, while the MSI Creator M14 steps up with a stronger CPU and more RAM, enhancing multitasking and demanding applications, as well as a higher screen quality suitable for creative work. However, the MSI is pricier, but justifies the cost with its increased portability and longer battery life, appealing to users needing a laptop that excels on the move and can handle more intensive tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
7.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525, while capable of running some games, has a GPU that isn't as powerful as the one in the MSI Creator M14, which makes the MSI better suited for demanding 3D tasks and gaming, providing smoother visuals especially during fast-paced scenes thanks to its higher screen refresh rate. Meanwhile, both laptops offer decent CPUs and screen quality, but these factors are secondary to the GPU and refresh rate when considering gaming and 3D performance, where the MSI holds an advantage.
Engineering and Design
6.4/10
8.4/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525, while suitable for lighter tasks, falls short for demanding engineering and design usage due to less powerful CPU, GPU, and lower RAM capacity, along with a screen that doesn't match higher standards. The MSI Creator M14, on the other hand, excels with its superior processing power, higher RAM, more advanced graphics capabilities, and a screen designed for visual precision, but this comes at the cost of reduced portability and potentially louder operating noise during intense tasks.
Content Creation
7.1/10
8.0/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 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
6.9/10
7.8/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for software development, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 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
6.3/10
7.5/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
259.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The MSI Creator M14 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525, with its fair screen quality, may suffice for typical tasks like browsing or document editing, but its limited color range and lower brightness could hinder the experience for engineering applications requiring color accuracy. The MSI Creator M14, offering a brighter display and wider color gamut, presents an enhanced visual experience suitable for engineering and design work where precise color representation is vital. However, both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D modeling due to their screens' lower refresh rates, which means less smooth visual motion, a drawback for fast-paced, graphically intense activities.
Battery
6.5 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 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.
Build Quality
6.2/10
7.8/10
The MSI Creator M14 has good build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$400
$1,500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 has a price of $400 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
"Dell's Inspiron 15 (3525) is a peppy-enough and affordable-enough home or remote work machine, but it's not very ambitious; it does little to go beyond the basics. More the concern: It’s readily overshadowed by a number of machines that outperform and outclass it. Even if the Inspiron can get the job done today, its competition has the mettle to keep doing the job tomorrow in a way the Inspiron simply can’t promise. Many of its slightly higher-end rivals have to be on sale (and frequently are) to match it on price, but the Inspiron 15 (3525) is outclassed even by some similarly priced options, making it a difficult recommendation."
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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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