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Updated March 22, 2024·
When considering a more budget-friendly option that can handle everyday tasks, the Dell Inspiron may be sufficient, offering a larger screen for productivity but potentially less powerful hardware compared to the MSI Creator M14. The MSI is tailored for creative professionals, supporting more resource-intensive applications like 3D rendering, video editing or design work, and generally would have a better display for color-sensitive tasks. Keep in mind, if you prioritize portability and high-performance for creative software, the MSI would be a more suitable choice despite a higher price tag, while the Dell offers a more cost-effective solution for general use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5625
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2
7.3
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625, while capable, is limited in gaming and 3D performance because it typically has a less powerful GPU and a standard screen refresh rate, which may not deliver the smooth visuals desired by gamers and professionals. In contrast, the MSI Creator M14 often offers a more robust GPU and higher refresh rate screen, which results in better handling of graphic-intensive tasks and smoother in-game motion.
Engineering and Design
7.1
8.4
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good.
The MSI Creator M14 typically boasts more powerful CPUs and GPUs along with extra RAM for handling complex engineering software and delivering smoother graphics, while also offering a higher-quality screen conducive to design work. Although the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is still capable for engineering tasks, it may lag behind in demanding scenarios, but gains an edge in being more portable and potentially quieter, with a satisfying keyboard and speakers for everyday use.
Screen Quality
6.2
7.5
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The MSI Creator M14 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize screen quality for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos, the MSI Creator M14's higher resolution and brightness make it a superior choice over the Dell Inspiron 16 5625. For tasks in engineering and design that require precise color representation, the MSI stands out with better coverage of professional color gamuts, ensuring more accurate color reproduction. However, both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D work due to lower refresh rates, which compromises the smoothness of fast-paced visuals despite their acceptable resolution and panel types.
Battery
8.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 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 MSI Creator M14 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 both have good build quality, though the MSI Creator M14 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$800
$1,500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a price of $800 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
8.0
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 offers a balance of functional CPU performance and sufficient RAM for everyday tasks, alongside a larger screen suitable for multitasking, but it trades off some portability and may not have as long battery life. The MSI Creator M14, on the other hand, focuses on higher screen quality for vivid detail, bolstered by a strong CPU and ample RAM for smoother general use, all while maintaining greater portability and longer battery life, making it very good for users on the go.
Content Creation
7.6
8.0
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be very good for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good.
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
7.8
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 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
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Creator M14 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 both have good portability.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5625 | MSI Creator M14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$800 | $1,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | March 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 12.4'' x 9.2'' x 0.88'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 3.53 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 12.39" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | Intel i7-13620H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 53.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 7.8/10 | |
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 | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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