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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is often less expensive with more storage, a higher battery capacity, and a more powerful AMD processor that is well-suited for general use and some engineering applications. However, the LG Gram 16, while pricier with less storage, is significantly lighter, has a better screen resolution, and longer battery life, making it ideal for those who value portability and screen quality for media consumption and productivity tasks. Neither is optimal for intensive gaming or heavy 3D/machine learning tasks, but both can handle general use and moderate workloads efficiently. Consider what's more important: lower cost and higher storage, or portability and screen quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5625
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the LG Gram 16
- Good overall display quality
- Very good portability
- Excellent battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2
7.3
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
The LG Gram 16 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The Dell Inspiron's screen is considered fair for general use and engineering because it has adequate resolution and brightness, but it lacks the wider color gamut needed for color-critical engineering and design tasks. The LG Gram 16 provides good screen quality for these areas with its superior brightness and resolution, along with better color coverage, making it suitable for tasks requiring color accuracy. However, both laptops fall short for Gaming and 3D because they lack the high refresh rates needed for smooth visuals in fast-paced games and 3D rendering.
Battery
8.0 Hours
15.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has 8 hours of battery life. The LG Gram 16 has 15 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
16.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Gram 16 has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$800
$1,450
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a price of $800 and the LG Gram 16 costs $1,450.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.8
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
15.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The LG Gram 16 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 offers a solid balance for general use with a capable AMD Ryzen CPU and sufficient RAM for typical tasks, along with decent battery life and a touchscreen, making it versatile for various applications. In contrast, the LG Gram 16 stands out for its exceptional portability due to its extremely light weight, a higher-resolution screen that benefits visual clarity, and longer battery life, yet it has less storage capacity out of the box.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.4
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The LG Gram 16 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625, with an AMD Ryzen 7 CPU that includes Vega 8 graphics, and the LG Gram 16, with an Intel i7 CPU and Iris Xe graphics, are considered fair for gaming and 3D because both have integrated graphics which can manage some gaming and 3D tasks but lack the power of dedicated GPUs. Additionally, both laptops likely have standard screen refresh rates, which are adequate for casual gaming, but not ideal for high-refresh-rate experiences that more serious gaming would require.
Engineering and Design
7.1
7.5
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The LG Gram 16 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is equipped with an AMD Ryzen CPU and AMD Vega GPU, providing robust processing and moderate graphical power suitable for engineering tasks, while its high-quality IPS display ensures good screen clarity. The LG Gram 16, however, pairs an Intel i7 CPU and Iris Xe graphics with a superior high-resolution display, which is not only beneficial for design accuracy but also benefits from exceptional portability due to its lightweight design, although it may forgo some graphical performance compared to dedicated GPUs.
Content Creation
7.6
7.8
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Gram 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
7.9
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Gram 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.
Build Quality
7.0
7.0
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and LG Gram 16 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 LG Gram 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5625 | LG Gram 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$800 | $1,450 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 14'' x 9.5'' x 0.66'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 2.64 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 13.96" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 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 | 15 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 80 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 | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 347 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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."
LG Gram 16
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Florian Glaser | January 2023
"The LG Gram 16 is a lightweight device with stability issues. The LG Gram 16Z90Q with a Core i7-1260P is made with portability in mind and places less of a focus on users with high demands on performance. The compact and light chassis is particularly practical when you are on the go. The device is not only comfortably small and lightweight, it also boasts a great battery life. When connected to mains, on the other hand, the 16-inch device is rather disappointing. The standard cooling mode causes extreme volatility in terms of CPU, SSD and iGPU performance. The meager stability of the chassis may also put off some potential buyers."
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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 LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, and are often on sale.
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