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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 may be more suitable if you prioritize a larger screen and touch capability, which could be beneficial for tasks that involve a lot of on-screen interactions. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5330 is lighter and more portable, making it a better option if you need to move around frequently. Both have similar performance for general use, with the Inspiron offering slightly better capability for 3D and machine learning applications. The Latitude, while smaller in size, offers longer battery life and higher portability. Both are similarly priced, so your decision should be based on your specific needs for screen size, portability, and use case. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5625
- Good for engineering and design
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330
- Very good portability
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2
6.3
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5330 for software development, and content creation.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and Dell Latitude 5330 both have displays with adequate brightness, resolution, and panel types suitable for daily tasks, making them fair for general use. However, for engineering and design professionals who require precise color reproduction, both models lack wide color gamuts, which leads to fair rather than excellent screen quality. When it comes to 3D and gaming, the importance of high refresh rates puts these laptops at a disadvantage, since their screens are not designed for the high frame rates that gamers and 3D applications benefit from, resulting in a poor viewing experience in these contexts.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5330 has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has good portability.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and Dell Latitude 5330 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is praised for general use due to its larger screen, ample RAM, and a strong AMD processor which ensures smooth multitasking, while its satisfactory battery life and respectable portability make it suitable for everyday tasks. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5330 caters to general use with its ultraportable design, robust battery performance, high-quality keyboard, and efficient Intel CPU, though it compromises on screen size and storage capacity compared to the Inspiron for enhanced mobility.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and Dell Latitude 5330 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and the Dell Latitude 5330 are considered fair for gaming and 3D tasks mainly due to their integrated graphics, AMD Vega 8 and Intel Iris Xe respectively, which can handle some gaming and 3D applications, but are not as powerful as dedicated GPUs. Both have a screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is adequate for casual gaming but may not be as smooth as higher refresh rates preferred for competitive gaming.
Engineering and Design
7.1
6.9
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5625 to be good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625, with its AMD Ryzen CPU and integrated GPU, is suitable for engineering and design due to its larger, high-definition screen which aids in detailed visual tasks, although it is slightly heavier and less portable than the Dell Latitude 5330. On the other hand, the Latitude 5330 sports an Intel i5 CPU with Iris Xe graphics and is lighter, making it more portable, with a smaller screen but higher pixel density and slightly better screen quality, which could make it preferable for users who prioritize mobility and screen sharpness.
Content Creation
7.6
7.4
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and Dell Latitude 5330 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
7.5
7.3
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and Dell Latitude 5330 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
8.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 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
7.0
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$800
$849
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a price of $800 and the Dell Latitude 5330 costs $849.
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How the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and the Dell Latitude 5330 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5625 | Dell Latitude 5330 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$800 | $849 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 12'' x 8.2'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 2.65 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 12.04" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 8.17" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | Intel i5-1245U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 58 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 286 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Derek Sullivan | January 2023
"I think there is fair value in the Inspiron 16 this year. Very little has changed with the laptop and my opinion hasn’t really changed either. In other words, I like it. Overall, I think the pros far outweigh the cons of this laptop and the price is certainly justifiable. I found this to be a great typer and I could potentially work all day on this machine, provided I don’t need a graphics card."
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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.
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