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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is significantly less expensive and offers good general use performance with solid battery life, making it highly portable and suitable for everyday tasks like web browsing, office work, and media consumption. Its AMD processor and integrated GPU handle everyday use and light gaming well, but it isn't ideal for demanding 3D applications or intensive engineering software. Conversely, the MSI Stealth GS77, although more expensive, provides much better performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering applications due to its powerful Intel CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU. It also has a higher refresh rate display, which is better for fast-motion content and gaming, but with a trade-off in battery life and weight, making it less portable. If performance in high-end gaming or professional applications is a priority and the budget allows, the MSI Stealth GS77 is a better choice; otherwise, for general use and better portability at a lower cost, the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is a suitable option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5625
- Good portability
Advantages of the MSI Stealth GS77
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.7
8.4
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 is very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good.
The MSI Stealth GS77 offers a higher-quality screen, more RAM, and a more powerful CPU than the Dell Inspiron 16 5625, enhancing its suitability for demanding tasks in general use; however, its larger size and heavier weight affect its portability compared to the lighter and more compact Dell Inspiron, which offers sufficiently robust performance for everyday tasks with good battery life and portability making it a solid choice for general use. While the MSI has better heat management and a quieter operation, the Dell's more extended battery life and portability might be more appealing for users who require mobility over high-end specs.
Gaming and AI
6.2
7.9
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is only fair.
The MSI Stealth GS77 far surpasses the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 in gaming and 3D because of its significantly more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics unit and a much higher screen refresh rate, which makes for smoother visuals during fast-paced action. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron's graphics are integrated into its AMD CPU, and it has a modest refresh rate, which limits gaming performance and 3D capabilities.
Engineering and Design
7.1
8.7
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth GS77 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good.
The MSI Stealth GS77 outperforms the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 for engineering and design primarily because it offers a more powerful CPU and GPU, and double the RAM, which are crucial for demanding tasks and complex simulations. Additionally, the MSI has a higher resolution screen with a broader color gamut, enhancing visual clarity for detailed work, but it is also heavier and less portable than the lighter Inspiron, which may be a consideration for those frequently on the move.
Content Creation
7.6
8.3
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth GS77 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
8.1
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 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
8.3
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The MSI Stealth GS77 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 offers satisfactory clarity, sharpness, and visibility in various lighting conditions, but the MSI Stealth GS77's display is superior with sharper images and better brightness, enhancing everyday tasks. In engineering and design, the MSI's display covers a wider range of colors, producing more accurate and vibrant visuals which is critical for precision work, whereas the Dell's color range is narrower, making it less ideal for professional color work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short because they lack high refresh rates, which means they don't provide as smooth motion and responsiveness as a gaming-optimized screen would.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth GS77 has 6 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
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has good portability, while the MSI Stealth GS77 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
8.0
The MSI Stealth GS77 has very good build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$800
$2,499
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a price of $800 and the MSI Stealth GS77 costs $2,499.
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How the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and the MSI Stealth GS77 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5625 | MSI Stealth GS77 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$800 | $2,499 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 15.7'' x 11.2'' x 0.79'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 6.17 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 15.65" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 11.16" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | Intel i7-12700H | |
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 | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 305 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
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."
MSI Stealth GS77
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Allen Ngo | April 2022
"The MSI Stealth GS77 is better than the GS76... mostly. The GS77 is a few steps forward and a few steps back from the GS76. Improvements are numerous including the stronger and more rigid skeleton, higher resolution webcam, larger clickpad, easier serviceability, relatively similar battery runtimes, newer display options, and higher performance at about the same TDP and TGP levels as before. CPU performance is better than expected even when compared to other laptops with Core i7 or Core i9 processors. The newer model feels more substantial than the outgoing one for higher quality impressions as well."
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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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