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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 may suit you if you prefer a larger screen and better general performance for multitasking or daily activities. It is somewhat less expensive, but heavier, making it less ideal for frequent travel. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5431 could be more suitable if portability and slightly longer battery life are priorities, as it is lighter and has a more compact form factor. Both offer solid builds and decent performance for general use and engineering tasks, but limited by their integrated graphics, they are not optimized for intensive gaming or high-end 3D/machine learning workloads. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5625
- Good for engineering and design
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
- The Dell Latitude 5431 has no clear advantages over the Dell Inspiron 16 5625.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2
6.1
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
241.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5431 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the screens on both the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and the Dell Latitude 5431 are sufficient as they offer decent resolution and brightness, but they might not stand out for crispness or vibrance. In engineering and design, these laptops have limitations in color reproduction due to average color gamut coverage, which can be critical in professional color work. Meanwhile, for gaming and 3D applications, their lower refresh rates can result in less smooth visuals, which is a significant setback for high-speed graphics rendering.
Cost
$800
$950
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a price of $800 and the Dell Latitude 5431 costs $950.
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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
241.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and Dell Latitude 5431 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 with its AMD Ryzen processor, larger 16-inch screen, and higher resolution is suitable for tasks requiring a spacious display and decent computing power, but at the cost of being less portable due to its size and weight. Conversely, the Dell Latitude 5431 offers greater portability with a lighter frame and smaller 14-inch screen, catered towards users who prioritize ease of carrying and longer battery life, while still providing competent performance with an Intel i5 processor and sufficient RAM for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
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 5431 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and Dell Latitude 5431 are considered fair for gaming and 3D because both have integrated GPUs—with the Inspiron featuring an AMD Ryzen 7 with Vega 8 graphics and the Latitude an Intel i5 with Iris Xe graphics—that can handle light gaming and simple 3D tasks, but they aren't powerful enough for demanding games or complex 3D rendering. Additionally, both laptops have standard 60Hz refresh rates which is adequate for casual gaming, but dedicated gamers and 3D professionals often prefer higher refresh rates for smoother visuals.
Engineering and Design
7.1
6.9
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
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 5431 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 with its AMD Ryzen 7 CPU, Vega 8 GPU, and larger, higher-resolution touchscreen offers ample power and better screen quality for engineering and design; however, the Dell Latitude 5431, though with a less potent Intel i5 CPU and Iris Xe graphics, provides better portability due to its smaller size and lower weight, along with superior portability features such as more Thunderbolt ports.
Content Creation
7.6
7.4
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
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 5431 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
7.1/10
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 5431 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 5431 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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5431 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.
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How the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and the Dell Latitude 5431 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5625 | Dell Latitude 5431 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$800 | $950 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.96'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 3.3 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 12.65" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 8.35" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | Intel i5-1250P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
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 | 64 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
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 | 241 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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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