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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625, being less expensive, is suitable for general use with good battery life and a quiet operation, ideal for work and light entertainment. It's lighter, making it easier to carry, but it has a less powerful processor and graphics unit compared to the MSI Vector GP76, which means it's less suitable for intensive 3D rendering, machine learning, or engineering software. On the other hand, the MSI Vector GP76 offers a more potent processor and graphics unit, essential for gaming and demanding tasks, but it's heavier with shorter battery life, making it less portable and not the best choice for extended use away from power sources. Choose the Dell for portability and value or the MSI for high-performance tasks like gaming and content creation. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5625
- Good portability
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2
8.4
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625, with its integrated Vega 8 graphics and standard screen refresh rate, offers a fair gaming and 3D experience, suitable for casual play while maintaining a more versatile and portable form factor. In contrast, the MSI Vector GP76 is built with a high-end RTX 3070 Ti GPU and an exceptionally high screen refresh rate, catering to intense gaming and 3D applications, trading off some portability for top-tier visual performance.
Engineering and Design
7.1
8.7
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 with its efficient CPU and decent graphics provides silent operation suited for prolonged engineering and design work, but it may fall short in more graphically intensive applications compared to the MSI Vector GP76, which boasts a more powerful CPU, double the RAM, and a high-end GPU that excels in demanding tasks, although this comes at the cost of portability and increased operating noise.
Screen Quality
6.2
7.9
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The MSI Vector GP76 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 offers a balanced screen for everyday tasks with sufficient resolution and brightness but doesn't stand out for engineering due to limited color coverage, and its lower refresh rate hampers gaming experiences. The MSI Vector GP76 provides a vivid, high-resolution display that benefits both general and engineering use by boasting a wide color spectrum, yet its standard refresh rate is not ideal for the smooth visuals demanded by 3D applications. Both laptops have their merits, but users must weigh the importance of color accuracy for professional work against the need for fluid motion in gaming.
Battery
8.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Vector GP76 has 4 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
Poor
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has good portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
8.0
The MSI Vector GP76 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
$1,000
$1,760
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a price of $1,000 and the MSI Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
8.0
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Vector GP76 to be very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625, with decent portability and good battery life, works well for everyday tasks, supported by a capable CPU and sufficient RAM; however, its integrated graphics and screen, while good, don't match the superior screen quality and powerful dedicated GPU of the MSI Vector GP76, which aside from excelling in general use, has a higher price, larger screen, and offers better performance but is less portable with a shorter battery life.
Content Creation
7.6
8.0
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Vector GP76 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
7.6
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Vector GP76 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.
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How the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and the MSI Vector GP76 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5625 | MSI Vector GP76 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $1,760 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 15.6'' x 11.2'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 6.39 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 11.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 65 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 264 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 6.5/10 | |
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 | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
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 | 3 | |
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."
MSI Vector GP76
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Marvin Gollor | May 2022
"The MSI Vector GP76 12UGS is a gaming laptop on speed. The advantages are clear: The Vector GP76 is a real gamer with its 360 Hz display and super-fast response times. In addition, the Core i7-12700H has double the power of the CPU in its predecessor and another highlight is the Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti with a real power consumption of 150 watts. This places the device in the top range of our database. The Vector can also operate rather quietly, offers a full sound range, improved battery runtimes, a key-configurable RGB keyboard, a very stable chassis and good upgrade options. Moreover, the display produces a nice, rich and clear picture."
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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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