Dell G15 5530vsDell Inspiron 14 5425

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Dell
Dell G15 5530
G15 5530

Quick Stats

The Dell G15 5530's exceptional performance makes it suitable for gaming and resource-intensive activities at an affordable price.
The Dell G15 5530's premium build plastic construction provides a solid and durable laptop experience overall consistently.
The Dell G15 5530's Full HD display boasts 350 nits brightness and impressive color gamuts for gaming and content creation.
The Dell G15 5530's impressive features include Intel and AMD processors and an Alienware cooling system.
Dell
Dell Inspiron 14 5425
Inspiron 14 5425

Quick Stats

The Dell Inspiron 14 5425's performance is adequate, but not impressive, for casual users' needs.
The Inspiron 14 5425 boasts impressive build quality with sturdy design and minimal flex, making it a solid contender.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 boasts a high-quality display with crisp visuals and wide viewing angles overall.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 features an AMD Ryzen processor and a Vega-based graphics core prominently.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Dell G15 5530
#250
Dell Inspiron 14 5425
Winner
#249
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Dell G15 5530
#484
Dell Inspiron 14 5425
#298
Winner
Display
Dell G15 5530
#495
Dell Inspiron 14 5425
#219
Winner
Performance
Dell G15 5530
#30
Winner
Dell Inspiron 14 5425
#398
Build
Dell G15 5530
#543
Dell Inspiron 14 5425
#194
Winner
Features
Dell G15 5530
#315
Dell Inspiron 14 5425
#309
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Dell Dell G15 5530
Dell Dell Inspiron 14 5425
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 8000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD + up to 1000GB HDD
Intel Core i9-13900HX
AMD Ryzen 7 5825U
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 140W)
AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (R4000/5000, 15W)
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 + 1x 2230 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Dell G15 5530

Strengths

The laptop has a premium build plastic which feels good when used.
It has a lot of fans and airflows, resulting in one of the best coolings systems.
The Fortune RGB keyboard is nice with a clicky feel to it.
The display is good with 15 inch full HD 165hz screen at 350 nits of brightness.
It can handle any game or workload with ease due to its powerful Intel i7 and Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU.
The thermal headroom is amazing, allowing for long-term performance without overheating.
Battery life is good enough with around 5-6 hours on a single charge.
Durable body and cooling system ensure a long lifespan.

Weaknesses

The laptop has a bulky design which may look cheap or ugly to some users.
It's heavy, weighing around 4.2 kilograms with its charger.
The keyboard keys are a little too small for users with big hands like the reviewer.
The trackpad is also on the smaller side and not ideal for gaming or precise movements.
The port selection is somewhat limited, especially without Thunderbolt 4 support.
The display resolution could be higher at 2K or above.
Battery life may vary depending on usage patterns and settings.
Speakers are not very strong and lack bass, making external speakers a necessity for better sound quality.

Dell Inspiron 14 5425

Strengths

The step up from a 720p camera to a 1080p camera with 30 frames per second is nice to see.
Having an AMD Ryzen 5 5625U processor and eight gigabytes of ram installed is a good configuration.
The 256GB NVMe type SSD provides decent storage for the laptop.
Upgrading the memory from single-channel DDR4 3200 to dual-channel would be beneficial, especially with a larger storage upgrade.
The inclusion of an AMD Vega-based graphics core (Vega 7) is a good option in this mainstream 15-watt based laptop.

Weaknesses

The lack of a dual-populated RAM configuration at the lower end of the memory scale may be limiting for some users.
The single DDDR4 3200 module installed as standard is only upgradable if going for 16 gigs or higher, which is not ideal for those who want to upgrade sooner.
The graphics are based on the AMD Vega architecture (Vega 7), rather than the newer RDNA2-based GPU found in other laptops like the Rembrandt chips.
The bios is up to date for December 21st, 2021, but there might be updates available after this review is written.
The laptop does not offer a configuration with more RAM and storage as desired by the reviewer.
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Dell G15 5530

The LG 15 2023 (G15) and Dell G16 have made significant waves in the gaming laptop market with their new Intel and AMD processors. These powerful devices boast impressive features, making them top contenders in their price range. The LG G15, in particular, has garnered attention for its premium build quality, despite a somewhat bulky design. This review will delve into the laptop's performance, display, and overall user experience, providing an honest assessment of its capabilities.

Dell Inspiron 14 5425

The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 boasts an AMD Ryzen 5 5625U processor, 8GB of RAM, and a Vega-based graphics core. The laptop also features a 256GB NVMe SSD, a 1080p webcam, and Windows 11 Home installed. My first impressions suggest this is a solid mid-range option, with performance that's sure to meet the needs of casual users. However, it remains to be seen whether its capabilities will hold up against more demanding tasks and competing laptops in the market.

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