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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625, being less expensive, is a sensible choice for budget-conscious users needing solid performance for general computing tasks; it offers a larger screen with a sharper 16:10 aspect ratio. However, if you prefer slightly better graphics and processing power, more compact dimensions for portability, and a touchscreen with a stylus option for greater versatility, the HP Envy x360 15" may justify its higher price. Keep in mind, the Dell's fanless design can be a plus for quiet operation, while the HP’s smaller, lighter form factor might appeal to those who travel. Both devices have similar battery life, memory, and storage, narrowing the decision down to your specific needs regarding price, performance, quiet operation, and portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5625
- The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has no clear advantages over the HP Envy x360 15".
Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
- Very good battery life
Key differences
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
$550
$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 $550.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.7
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 HP Envy x360 15" and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and HP Envy x360 15" both come with solid state drives, ample RAM, and capable AMD Ryzen 7 series processors, ensuring smooth performance for general use. However, the Envy boasts a longer battery life and convertible design for enhanced versatility, while the Inspiron offers a slightly higher resolution screen, although it's a bit less portable due to its larger size and marginally heavier weight.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.2
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 HP Envy x360 15" and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625, with a modest GPU and average screen refresh rate, provides an acceptable but not outstanding experience for gaming and 3D applications; similarly, the HP Envy x360 15" also offers a fair gaming performance due to its comparable GPU capabilities, though both may not deliver the seamless visuals that more dedicated gaming laptops provide. With both having competent CPUs and decent screen quality, they can handle everyday tasks and some gaming, but serious gamers or professionals in 3D fields might seek laptops with higher-tier graphics and faster screens.
Engineering and Design
7.1
7.1
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and HP Envy x360 15" are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625's AMD Ryzen CPU and ample RAM make it suitable for engineering tasks, and its screen offers a higher resolution for finer detail in designs, plus the laptop operates quietly, which is a benefit in shared work environments.
Content Creation
7.6
7.6
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Envy x360 15" 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
7.5
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
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 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.
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 and the HP Envy x360 15" have similar screen quality.
For general use, both the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and the HP Envy x360 15" offer adequate resolution, panel type, and brightness, which are key for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. In engineering and design, where accurate color representation matters, both laptops provide fair coverage of professional color gamuts, but may not meet the highest industry standards for precision work. However, both fall short for gaming and 3D applications as they lack the high refresh rates that provide smoother visuals and better responsiveness, though they might handle less demanding tasks in these categories.
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 | $550 | ||
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 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 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."
Get a great deal on the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 or the HP Envy x360 15"
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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