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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is geared toward users who need more powerful processing, thanks to its AMD Ryzen 7 CPU, more memory, and larger storage, which benefits intensive tasks and multitasking. However, it's heavier and more expensive, which could be a downside if you prioritize portability and budget. On the other hand, the HP Envy x360 15" is more affordable, lighter, and features a convertible design that allows it to double as a tablet, making it versatile for general use and suitable for those who desire flexibility in use and easier carrying. It has a smaller screen and less power, though, which might limit performance for demanding applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5625
- Good for engineering and design
Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
- Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.7
7.2
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and HP Envy x360 15" are both good for general use, though the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 stands out for general use due to its robust CPU and ample RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking, and its larger, high-resolution screen which may improve productivity, but has less portability due to its size and shorter battery life.
Engineering and Design
7.1
6.5
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good for engineering and design, while the HP Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is better suited for engineering and design due to its higher RAM and a more powerful CPU, providing faster performance for demanding tasks, whereas the HP Envy x360 15" may lag with intensive software due to lower RAM and a less robust CPU. Additionally, the Dell’s screen has a higher resolution which offers clearer image quality important for design work, whereas the HP, while having a touchscreen that's useful for design, has a lower resolution and less RAM that may affect the performance of design applications.
Screen Quality
6.2
6.2
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a better screen than the HP Envy x360 15" for software development, and content creation.
When selecting a laptop for general use, the clear visuals and ability to produce accurate colors matter, which both the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and HP Envy x360 15" manage to provide despite their fair screen quality. For engineering and design tasks, the same laptops may fall short as professionals seek wider color gamuts to ensure color fidelity in their work, which these laptops do not excel in. Meanwhile, for gaming and 3D applications, a higher refresh rate is crucial for smoother visuals and better responsiveness, an area where both laptops underperform due to their low refresh rates.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has 8 hours of battery life. The HP Envy x360 15" has 10 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.
Cost
$800
$430
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a price of $800 and the HP Envy x360 15" costs $430.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.0
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
8.7/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and HP Envy x360 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625, equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 5825U Vega 8 GPU, offers slightly better graphics performance for gaming and 3D applications compared to the HP Envy x360 15" which comes with an AMD Ryzen 5 7530U Vega 7 GPU. Both laptops have similar screen refresh rates and resolutions that are fair for gaming, but not ideal for high-end gaming or professional-level 3D work where higher refresh rates and more powerful GPUs are beneficial.
Content Creation
7.6
7.3
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and HP Envy x360 15" 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
7.2
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and HP Envy x360 15" 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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and HP Envy x360 15" both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
7.2
The HP Envy x360 15" 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 HP Envy x360 15" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5625 | HP Envy x360 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$800 | $430 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | April 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 14.1'' x 9'' x 0.72'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 4.43 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 14.07" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 8.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 55 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
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 | 271 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
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 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 Envy x360 15"
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Matt Elliott | January 2023
"Despite its good looks, stellar webcam and comfortable keyboard, the Envy x360 15 is hard to recommend because of its dim, 16:9 display. If the display isn't an issue for you, just be sure to wait for a good sale price. Otherwise, a more modern two-in-one with a 16:10 display such as the Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 or Lenovo Yoga 7i 16 provides a larger workspace without adding much to the size and weight of the system."
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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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