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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you're looking for a more budget-friendly option, the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 could be the right choice, though it might not have the same level of performance as the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo. The MSI, being pricier, generally offers better performance that could be noticeable in demanding tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming. However, the Dell could still handle general use and lighter engineering tasks without issues. Battery life often varies, with higher-performance laptops like the MSI sometimes having shorter battery life. For portability, lighter and thinner laptops are easier to carry, and this aspect could favor the MSI if it's designed to be more portable than the Dell. Consider what's more important for you: saving money and meeting basic needs with the Dell, or investing more for potential performance benefits with the MSI. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5625
- The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.7
8.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good.
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo offers a more robust CPU performance, higher RAM capacity for multitasking, and a superior OLED screen which contributes to sharper visuals and more vibrant colors compared to the Dell Inspiron 16 5625. While both have similar screen sizes and weights, making them relatively portable, the MSI's significant edge in battery life also translates to longer usage away from power outlets.
Engineering and Design
7.1
8.4
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625, with an AMD Ryzen CPU and Vega 8 GPU, offers solid performance and good screen quality for engineering and design tasks, though it's less powerful compared to the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo which has a more robust Intel Core Ultra CPU and Intel Arc GPU, along with superior RAM capacity and a higher-resolution OLED screen, making it very good for more demanding engineering and design applications.
Content Creation
7.6
8.6
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is 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
8.5
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for software development, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good.
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
8.4
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625, with its fair screen, offers adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks, but it lacks the color accuracy that designers need and the high refresh rates gamers desire. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo shines in color reproduction, making it exceptional for engineering and design work, though like the Dell, it falls short for gaming due to a lower refresh rate. Both laptops may disappoint gamers or anyone involved in motion-intense 3D work, who typically require high refresh rates for smooth visuals.
Battery
8.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has 12 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
$1,349
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a price of $800 and the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo costs $1,349.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.7
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is fair for gaming and 3D because it has an integrated GPU, which is less powerful for these tasks, and a standard 60Hz refresh rate screen, while the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo offers better gaming and 3D performance with a dedicated Intel Arc GPU that handles these tasks more efficiently and also features an OLED display with a high contrast ratio for enhanced screen quality.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
7.4
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo 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 MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Inspiron 16 5625 | MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$800 | $1,349 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | December 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 3.31 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 14.11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 10.02" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 12 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 362 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
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."
MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo
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Mark Anthony Ramirez | December 2023
"The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is meant to be a business-focused laptop, but it ends up being the MacBook challenger PC laptop enthusiasts have longed for. Not only can it meet and, in many cases, surpass the M2-powered MacBooks, but it is also surpassing the baseline M3 MacBooks, which is a giant leap forward for Intel-powered laptops. This isn’t hyperbole; this is what the numbers show."
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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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