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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 offers a solid balance for general use with good battery life and relatively light weight for portability. It features a midrange processor and integrated GPU which are sufficient for basic tasks and light media editing, but it might struggle with more intensive engineering software or gaming. The Lenovo Slim 7 16, on the other hand, packs a more powerful processor and a dedicated Nvidia graphics card, making it a better fit for heavy-duty tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming. However, its superior performance comes at the cost of a slightly shorter battery life and a bit more weight. Both laptops have good build quality and similar screen sizes with high resolution, but the Lenovo's display is brighter and has a higher refresh rate which could benefit fast-paced games and videos. If budget allows and performance is a priority, particularly for specialized tasks, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 is a compelling choice, otherwise, the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is a reliable option for everyday usage at a potentially lower cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5625
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Slim 7 16
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2
8.3
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625's screen, while clear and bright enough for tasks like browsing and document editing, lacks the high color accuracy and wide color gamuts that the Lenovo Slim 7 16 boasts, making the Lenovo more suitable for engineering and design work where precise color representation is crucial. However, both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D applications because they lack the fast refresh rates which are key for smooth motion rendering, though they may still handle less demanding visual tasks adequately due to their fair resolutions and panel types.
Battery
8.0 Hours
9.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has 9.5 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.
Build Quality
7.0
7.8
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 both have good build quality, though the Lenovo Slim 7 16 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,000
$591
$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 Lenovo Slim 7 16 costs $591.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.7
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and Lenovo Slim 7 16 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625, with its adequate processor, ample RAM, and vivid IPS screen, offers a balanced performance for day-to-day tasks, maintaining a lightweight design coupled with sound battery life, making it a solid choice for general use. On the other hand, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 steps up with a more powerful CPU and GPU, superior screen resolution, and longer battery duration, but with a slight compromise on portability due to increased weight, positioning it as another compelling option for those who prioritize stronger performance and display quality in their everyday computing.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.6
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has an integrated GPU that is less capable than a dedicated gaming GPU, and a standard screen refresh rate, which limits its gaming and 3D capabilities compared to laptops with higher refresh rates. Conversely, the Lenovo Slim 7 16's dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU and higher screen refresh rate enhance its performance for gaming and 3D applications, offering a smoother visual experience.
Engineering and Design
7.1
7.5
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is equipped with an AMD CPU and integrated GPU, making it suitable for engineering and design with its respectable screen quality and silent operation; however, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 steps up with a more powerful AMD CPU and dedicated Nvidia graphics, plus a higher resolution and brighter screen, enhancing its capability for intensive visual tasks despite being slightly heavier.
Content Creation
7.6
7.6
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 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
7.6
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and Lenovo Slim 7 16 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and the Lenovo Slim 7 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Inspiron 16 5625 | Lenovo Slim 7 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $591 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | June 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 14'' x 9.7'' x 0.69'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 4.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 14.01" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 9.68" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS | |
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 | 9.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
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 Slim 7 16
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Eric Grevstad | March 2022
"At $1,011, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 Pro is a real bargain among full-sized laptops, with a handsome 16-inch, 16:10 aspect ratio touch screen, a speedy CPU, a comfortable keyboard, ample memory, and a roomy solid-state drive. It's not a blazing gaming rig or mobile workstation, but it doesn't pretend to be. Its biggest negative is that it may be hard to find—during our review, it sold out and was marked "Temporarily Unavailable" on Lenovo's site."
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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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