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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 typically commands a higher price for its larger screen, better performance, and higher storage and memory, which makes it suitable for intensive engineering tasks or multitasking. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is more budget-friendly with a smaller screen and lesser performance, but weighs less, making it a good fit for general use and portability. So, if your focus is on performance for more demanding applications, the Dell might be the better option, albeit at a higher cost. However, if you prioritize saving money and need a laptop for everyday tasks with greater ease of transportation, the Lenovo would be a suitable choice. 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 Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.7
6.1
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 offers a more powerful CPU, higher RAM, better screen quality with an IPS display, and a larger screen size which contributes to its good general use performance, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a lower-performing CPU, less RAM, a smaller screen with lower resolution and TN panel, which affects its suitability for general use despite its greater portability and longer battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.2
5.5
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is fair for gaming and 3D because it has a mid-range AMD Ryzen 7 CPU with Vega 8 graphics, which offers moderate performance, and an IPS screen with decent resolution, although its refresh rate is standard. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is rated poor for gaming and 3D because it has a lower-end Intel Celeron CPU with very basic integrated graphics and a lower-quality TN screen with a lower resolution, both of which significantly limit gaming and graphical capabilities.
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 Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 outperforms the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for engineering and design tasks due to its superior CPU, higher amount of RAM, and a more capable integrated GPU, complemented by an IPS screen with higher resolution, translating to clearer visual details.
Content Creation
7.6
6.2
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
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
6.4
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
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
5.3
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell Inspiron's fair screen quality in general use comes from its decent resolution and brightness, but it might not be as vibrant due to average panel technology. For engineering and design work, this laptop's display offers adequate color coverage, which is useful for precision but not top-tier for professional color work. In contrast, its gaming and 3D performance are limited by a lower refresh rate, making it less suitable for fast-paced visuals despite its reasonable resolution and panel type.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" 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
6.0
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$800
$150
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a price of $800 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" costs $150.
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Key similarities
Battery
8.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has 9 hours of battery life.
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How the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5625 | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$800 | $150 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 12.9'' x 9.3'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 12.88" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 9.25" | |
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 | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 32 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 239 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
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 | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
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."
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
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Tom Brant | August 2021
"The IdeaPad 1 14 is a simple machine, but it’s well-designed and has nearly everything you’d expect from a no-nonsense laptop that allows you to check emails and get schoolwork or other light tasks done with relative ease. A "true" 128GB SSD (as opposed to an eMMC drive) and a roomy 14-inch full HD display are arguably the star attractions, with the comfortable keyboard and reasonably modern styling playing important backup roles."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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