The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 is a budget-friendly option that's suitable for general use with adequate performance and a larger screen size. It's slightly heavier and thicker, which could affect portability. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is more expensive but offers better performance, especially for engineering and 3D/machine learning tasks, with a higher resolution screen and longer battery life. It also has a smaller, lighter form factor, making it more portable. If high-resolution touch display and performance for demanding tasks are important, the MSI is a better option, but consider the Dell for general usage if you want to save money and need a larger display. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3525
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 has no clear advantages over the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
259.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Dell Inspiron 15 3525 are both good for general use, though the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525, with its acceptable processor and moderate screen quality, offers sufficient performance for everyday tasks, but its limited RAM and average battery life may not cater to more demanding use. In contrast, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo boasts a powerful CPU, ample RAM, superior screen resolution and quality, as well as longer battery life, all packed into a more portable and versatile form, making it well-suited for a range of demanding tasks beyond general use.
Engineering and Design
6.4/10
7.7/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 is only fair.
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo offers superior performance for engineering and design tasks with double the RAM of the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 and a higher resolution screen that provides better color accuracy and brightness, making it good for detailed work. However, the Dell Inspiron maintains a competitive edge in portability due to its slightly lower weight and a quality keyboard, but it falls behind in performance and screen quality, rendering it fair for engineering and design use.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.8/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Dell Inspiron 15 3525 are both good for content creation, though the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is somewhat better.
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
7.7/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo 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
7.7/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
259.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo 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, offers adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks, but may not provide the breadth of colors professionals need for engineering and design, and its refresh rate may not be fast enough to handle the demands of 3D gaming smoothly. In contrast, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has a display that excels in clarity and color accuracy, making it well-suited for detailed engineering work and general use, though its screen, while very good in other respects, doesn't offer the high refresh rates preferred for gaming. The weaker gaming performance on both is tied to the lower refresh rates, which can limit the fluidity and responsiveness necessary for a good gaming experience.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.2/10
7.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo 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
$1,563
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 has a price of $400 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,563.
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Dell Inspiron 15 3525 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo are both considered fair for gaming and 3D due to their integrated GPUs, the AMD Ryzen Vega 7 and the Intel Iris Xe respectively, and standard 60Hz screen refresh rates. While the Dell has a larger screen, the MSI offers a higher screen resolution and quality, which can be valuable for detailed visuals, though neither is ideal for high-end gaming where dedicated GPUs and faster refresh rates are preferred.
Battery
6.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has 7 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 15 3525 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
"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."
"The MSI Summit E14 Flip convertible review: a legit alternative to HP, Dell or Lenovo. Instead of taking the 13-inch Summit E13 Flip and simply enlarging it for a 14-inch form factor, the Summit E14 Flip is the full chassis redesign we've been looking for. It loses some of the golden trims of its smaller sibling, but the gains in rigidity and build quality are arguably worth it especially from a professional standpoint where reliability takes priority. It doesn't quite feel as strong as the HP Spectre just yet, but it's certainly getting close."
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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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