When choosing between the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14", consider their strengths; the Dell likely offers stronger performance and is better for tasks like 3D design, machine learning, or gaming, but may be heavier and less portable than the Packard Bell. If you need a laptop for daily computing needs without intensive workloads, the Cloudbook is more affordable and portable, but it might struggle with demanding software. The Dell could also have a longer battery life, which is important if you're often on the move and can't charge frequently. Consider what you'll use the laptop for and whether the extra cost of the Dell justifies its enhanced capabilities for your specific needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5625
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.7/10
5.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good for general use, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is better for general use due to its more powerful AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and more RAM, which results in smoother performance for multitasking and daily tasks, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has a less powerful Intel Celeron CPU and less RAM, leading to a potentially slower and less efficient experience. Additionally, the Dell's larger high-resolution screen and longer battery life provide a more enjoyable viewing and usage experience, while the Cloudbook's smaller storage capacity and lower screen quality may detract from its versatility and user satisfaction.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
5.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 offers better gaming and 3D performance due to its more powerful AMD Ryzen 7 5825U Vega 8 GPU and higher screen quality, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has a weaker Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU and lower screen quality. Although both have the same screen refresh rate, the Dell's superior GPU and CPU, alongside better overall screen attributes, make it more suitable for such tasks compared to the Packard Bell.
Engineering and Design
7.1/10
5.5/10
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good for engineering and design, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.6/10
5.9/10
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good for content creation, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
7.5/10
5.9/10
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 is good for software development, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
6.2/10
5.8/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.1in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a better screen than the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize clear, crisp visuals for applications like browsing or document editing, the Dell Inspiron's fair screen quality with moderate resolution and brightness could serve well for general use, while the Packard Bell's poor screen quality may result in a less satisfying general use experience. For engineering and design tasks, which depend on color accuracy, the Dell's fair screen quality suggests it covers a decent range of color gamuts, making it somewhat suitable, in contrast to the Packard Bell, which likely falls short in color reproduction. When it comes to 3D and gaming, the Dell's fair screen implies it manages an acceptable refresh rate and resolution, leading to a smoother visual experience, although the Packard Bell's poor screen would likely diminish the gaming and 3D performance due to lower refresh rates and screen clarity.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has 8 hours of battery life. The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 has 7 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
7.0/10
5.1/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has good build quality, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$800
$350
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a price of $800 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" costs $350.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" to have very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" compare to other laptops
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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.
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