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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is usually less expensive and offers a larger 16-inch screen, which may be preferable for multitasking and productivity tasks. However, it's heavier and has a shorter battery life compared to the HP EliteBook 845 G9. The EliteBook, on the other hand, is more portable due to its smaller size and lighter weight, and it offers a longer battery life, making it a better choice for on-the-go use. Both laptops have the same amount of storage and RAM. If portability and battery life are high priorities, the HP EliteBook may be the better choice, while the Dell Inspiron may appeal more to those looking for a larger display and willing to trade off some portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5625
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the HP EliteBook 845 G9
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2
7.1
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
402.0 nits
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the HP EliteBook boasts a crisper resolution and brighter display, making it superior to the Dell Inspiron for everyday tasks like web browsing and document editing. Engineering and design professionals would prefer the EliteBook's wider color gamut, providing better color accuracy for tasks like photo editing and CAD work. However, gamers and 3D designers may find both laptops lacking due to their poor refresh rates, which could lead to less fluid visuals during fast-paced gaming or 3D rendering.
Battery
8.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has 8 hours of battery life. The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has 12 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
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 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
8.0
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 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
$1,000
$740
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a price of $1,000 and the HP EliteBook 845 G9 costs $740.
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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
402.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 offers a larger screen and more robust CPU which can be preferable for multitasking and productivity, but it's heavier and has a shorter battery life compared to the HP EliteBook 845 G9, which is lighter, making it more portable, has a longer battery life suitable for on-the-go use, although with a smaller display and less powerful CPU. Both have high-quality screens, spacious RAM, and substantial storage, with the HP also offering superior speaker quality and better heat management.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.3
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and HP EliteBook 845 G9 are considered fair for gaming and 3D because while both have integrated GPUs, which provide moderate graphics capabilities, and common 60Hz screen refresh rates that can handle casual gaming, neither has a high-end dedicated GPU or an above-average refresh rate needed for intensive gaming and 3D applications. Additionally, both laptops feature IPS screens known for good color quality, and their CPUs are capable, yet they might not excel in the most demanding tasks as higher-tier gaming laptops would.
Engineering and Design
7.1
7.2
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625, with a Ryzen 7 processor and integrated Vega 8 graphics, offers substantial processing and moderate graphical capabilities for engineering and design, complemented by a larger 16-inch screen with touch functionality, although it's heavier which affects portability. In contrast, the HP EliteBook 845 G9, though it comes with a slightly less powerful Ryzen 5 processor and Radeon 660M graphics, it has a superior screen in terms of color accuracy and brightness, and is more lightweight and portable, with a high-quality keyboard and less operational noise, making it ideal for on-the-go professionals.
Content Creation
7.6
7.6
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 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
6.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 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.
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How the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and the HP EliteBook 845 G9 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5625 | HP EliteBook 845 G9 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $740 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 12.4'' x 8.8'' x 0.76'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 12.42" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 8.82" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | AMD Ryzen 5 6650U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 12 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 51 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 | 402 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 8.3/10 | |
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 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1440p | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
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."
HP EliteBook 845 G9
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Sebastian Jentsch | July 2022
"The high-end version of the HP EliteBook 845 G9 with a Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS, 32GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD packs a lot of power, but is still quiet and cool enough to operate in noise-sensitive environments. Quiet, cool and drawing on a massive 40 watts from the APU at the same time, however, is not possible. The 14-incher only has a single-fan solution and it only just manages to keep an near unthrottled Ryzen 9 in check."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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