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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Precision 5470 offers better performance for 3D modeling, machine learning, and engineering tasks due to its more powerful processor and dedicated graphics, but it comes at a higher price. It also has a higher-quality build, better keyboard, and a slightly longer battery life. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is significantly less expensive, has a larger screen, and still provides good performance for general use. Its large screen and keyboard with a number pad could make it more suitable for tasks like data entry and office work. The Inspiron may be more appealing if portability and lower cost are major factors for you, but if you need a laptop for more demanding professional applications, the Precision 5470 would be a better fit despite its higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5625
- The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has no clear advantages over the Dell Precision 5470.
Advantages of the Dell Precision 5470
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.1
7.8
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Precision 5470 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both good for engineering and design, though the Dell Precision 5470 is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625, with its AMD Ryzen CPU and integrated graphics, offers silent operation suitable for design tasks, but the Dell Precision 5470 stands out for engineering use with its more powerful Intel CPU and dedicated Nvidia RTX GPU, providing greater performance for computation-intensive applications. While both have quality screens and sufficient RAM, the Precision 5470's GPU advantage is pivotal for tasks requiring graphics processing, despite being less portable and potentially noisier than the fanless Inspiron.
Screen Quality
6.2
7.3
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Dell Precision 5470 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 offers an adequate display for everyday activities and productivity, with suitable resolution and brightness, but it lacks the wider color gamuts that professionals need for precise engineering and design work. The Dell Precision 5470, however, provides a sharper image and more accurate colors, catering to the specific needs of engineers and designers who require better color accuracy and higher resolution for fine detail work. For gaming and 3D applications, both systems fall short as they do not offer the high refresh rates that are crucial for a smoother visual experience in fast-moving visuals.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Precision 5470 has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
8.5
The Dell Precision 5470 has very good build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$800
$1,669
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a price of $800 and the Dell Precision 5470 costs $1,669.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.7
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is equipped with ample RAM, a quality IPS screen, and a solid AMD processor, making it a well-rounded machine for everyday tasks, with the added benefit of being slightly lighter and thinner for easy portability. In contrast, the Dell Precision 5470 packs a more powerful Intel processor and dedicated Nvidia graphics, alongside superior screen brightness and color coverage, higher battery capacity, and excellent build, which bolster its performance for more demanding applications, though with slightly less portability due to its increased weight.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.7
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Precision 5470 outpaces the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 in gaming and 3D performance primarily due to its superior Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU, which is better suited for these tasks compared to the Vega 8 GPU found in the Inspiron, which impacts both graphical processing and hardware ray tracing capabilities.
Content Creation
7.6
7.8
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Precision 5470 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 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
7.7
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 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 Precision 5470 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.
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How the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and the Dell Precision 5470 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5625 | Dell Precision 5470 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$800 | $1,669 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 12.2'' x 8.3'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 3.26 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 12.22" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 8.27" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 4 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 4 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Dell Inspiron 16 5625
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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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Brian Westover | August 2022
"The Dell Precision 5470 is a mobile workstation that's far more portable than most alternatives. Between its slim 14-inch design and top-quality MIL-STD 810H build, it's one of the best options around for taking professional-grade performance on the road or to the job site. There are tradeoffs for its portability, and users of the most demanding, graphics-intensive applications will need to carry something heavier. But the Dell's exceptional battery life underscores its desirability as the most portable workstation we've seen."
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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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