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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is a better choice if you need a laptop with more power for tasks like video editing or heavier software because it has more RAM and a stronger processor. It also offers a larger screen with higher resolution, adding to your viewing and multitasking experience; however, it is typically more expensive. In contrast, the Gateway 14.1" is a more budget-friendly option suited for basic tasks with less demanding specifications and a smaller screen size that might offer better portability. Neither are suitable for intensive gaming, but for general use and some engineering applications, the Dell fares better. Keep in mind that the Gateway comes with Windows 10S, which limits app installation to the Microsoft Store unless upgraded to regular Windows. If you're looking for longevity in use without frequent charging, consider that the Dell has a longer battery life. Additionally, the Dell features a backlit keyboard and touchscreen, which the Gateway lacks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5625
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 14.1"
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.7
5.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
208.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good for general use, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 stands out with a potent AMD Ryzen 7 processor, ample RAM, and a high-resolution display which contribute to a smooth general-use experience, while its decent build quality and battery life enhance portability and usability. In contrast, the Gateway 14.1" is hindered by a less robust Intel Celeron processor, limited RAM, a lower screen brightness, and modest build quality, affecting its performance and user experience for general use tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.2
5.4
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
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
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 offers better performance for gaming and 3D applications because it has a more capable integrated GPU in the AMD Ryzen processor. Additionally, the Dell's larger screen may provide a more immersive experience despite both having similar screen refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
7.1
5.5
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is suitable for engineering and design due to its powerful AMD Ryzen 7 CPU, ample 16GB RAM, and Radeon Vega 8 GPU, which support resource-intensive applications, along with a high-quality IPS screen, enhancing detail and color accuracy for design work.
Content Creation
7.6
5.8
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good for content creation, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
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
5.8
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good for software development, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
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
6.2
6.0
16.0in
SIZE
14.1in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
208.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a better screen than the Gateway 14.1" for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell Inspiron and Gateway laptops have displays that are adequate for tasks like browsing and document editing, owing to their resolution and brightness levels which suffice for general activities. However, professionals in engineering and design might find the color reproduction limited as these screens may not cover a wider color gamut, impacting the precision needed for color-sensitive work. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the modest refresh rates of these screens will not provide the smooth visuals desired by avid gamers or those working with fast-moving graphics.
Build Quality
7.0
5.1
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has good build quality, while the Gateway 14.1" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$800
$99
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a price of $800 and the Gateway 14.1" costs $99.
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Key similarities
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has 8 hours of battery life. The Gateway 14.1" has 8 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
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.1in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gateway 14.1" to have very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has good portability.
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How the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and the Gateway 14.1" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5625 | Gateway 14.1" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$800 | $99 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 13.1'' x 8.8'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 3.35 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 13.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 8.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 64 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14.1" | |
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 | 208 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
Gateway 14.1"
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Allen Ngo | September 2021
"The Gateway Ultra Slim 14" is surprisingly quiet with long battery life. The inexpensive Gateway excels at maximizing performance per dollar with lots of RAM and storage, super-quiet fan, and a long battery life. It can even house up to two M.2 SSDs which we weren't expecting from such a cheap system. However, the iffy reliability of the keyboard and USB-C port on our test unit means users should double-check for these potential issues immediately after purchasing."
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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 Gateway
Gateway is a laptop and tablet brand owned by Acer which sells budget-friendly laptops exclusively through Walmart. It was previously an American computer company until its acquisition by Acer in 2007, who then revived the brand in 2020. Gateway laptops are manufactured by Chinese company Shenzhen Bmorn Technology, which also makes EVOO-branded models.
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