The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 offers a sizeable screen and a comfortable keyboard with a number pad, which might be useful for productivity and multitasking, especially given its lower price point. However, its performance for 3D and machine learning tasks, as well as for engineering software, is not as high, and its portability is moderate. The Razer Book 13, on the other hand, is more portable with a better battery life and higher build quality, making it well-suited for travel and long work sessions. Its keyboard and display are also rated higher, enhancing the overall user experience. Still, it comes at a higher cost. Both laptops have comparable storage and RAM, ensuring smooth general use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5625
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Razer Book 13
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Excellent battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2/10
7.3/10
16.0in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
The Razer Book 13 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625's fair screen makes it suitable for everyday tasks owing to adequate resolution and brightness, but its limited color range and lower refresh rate hinder its performance in specialized fields like engineering and gaming. The Razer Book 13, with its superior brightness and resolution, delivers a sharper image and more accurate color reproduction, benefiting professionals in engineering and design; however, its lower refresh rate isn't ideal for gaming and 3D work where smoother visual transitions are crucial. For 3D applications and gaming, neither laptop is optimal due to their screens' lower refresh rates, but they can handle general computing and design tasks competently.
Battery
8.0 Hours
14.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has 8 hours of battery life. The Razer Book 13 has 14 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
Excellent
16.0in
SIZE
13.4in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Razer Book 13 has excellent portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
8.5/10
The Razer Book 13 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
$1,389
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 has a price of $1,000 and the Razer Book 13 costs $1,389.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and Razer Book 13 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625, with its ample screen and efficient AMD Ryzen processor, is suitable for general tasks, and its larger 16-inch display enhances productivity with more screen real estate, although it's slightly heavier which affects portability. The Razer Book 13, on the other hand, offers a more portable form factor with a smaller 13.4-inch high-brightness screen, complemented by a capable Intel i7 processor and long battery life, making it equally good for general use with added mobility. Both laptops have substantial RAM and solid-state storage, ensuring smooth multitasking and quick data access, while also featuring quality keyboards and reliable heat management, making them well-rounded options.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
6.2/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Razer Book 13 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625, equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 5825U Vega 8 GPU and a standard refresh rate screen, delivers acceptable gaming and 3D performance within its hardware capabilities. Similarly, the Razer Book 13, sporting an Intel i7-1165G7 Iris Xe GPU and also featuring a standard refresh rate screen, offers fair performance for gaming and 3D applications, balancing its sleek form factor with the graphical demands of modern titles.
Engineering and Design
7.1/10
7.1/10
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Book 13 and Dell Inspiron 16 5625 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625, with its AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and Vega 8 GPU, offers solid performance for engineering and design, paired with a good screen and silent operation, but it's less portable and has a lower screen pixel density than the Razer Book 13.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.6/10
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and Razer Book 13 are both good for content creation.
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
7.5/10
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5625 and Razer Book 13 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 Razer Book 13 compare to other laptops
"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."
"The Razer Book is like an XPS 13, but faster. The Book 13 combines the design philosophy and performance of a Blade Stealth with the 16:10 display of a Dell XPS 13 for an impressive piece of hardware. Office users who want something more stylish than the typical Dell, HP or Lenovo will certainly find themselves drawn to this Razer subnotebook. If your priorities are to have the best-looking and fastest 13-inch laptop in the office over auxiliary features, however, then the Book 13 proudly fulfills that niche."
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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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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