Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420vsHP Dragonfly Folio

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Dell
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420
Inspiron 14 Plus 7420

Quick Stats

The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420 delivers impressive performance and smooth multitasking capabilities with its robust processing system.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420's sturdy all-metal design is its strongest feature, a major selling point.
The Inspiron 14 Plus 7420's stunning display offers excellent color accuracy and great viewing experience.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420 features upgradable RAM/SSD, Wi-Fi, and Thunderbolt 4 port for convenience.
HP
HP Dragonfly Folio
Dragonfly Folio

Quick Stats

The HP Dragonfly Folio's performance is solid and tailored for everyday business use with ease and reliability.
The HP Dragonfly Folio boasts an impressive build that exudes premium-ness and exceptional quality overall.
The base IPS display is perfect for everyday business use with clear text and sharp images available.
The HP Dragonfly Folio boasts a unique pull-forward design with Wacom AES pen support.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420
Winner
#445
HP Dragonfly Folio
#450
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420
#812
HP Dragonfly Folio
#320
Winner
Display
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420
#76
Winner
HP Dragonfly Folio
#399
Performance
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420
#503
Winner
HP Dragonfly Folio
#608
Build
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420
#536
HP Dragonfly Folio
#223
Winner
Features
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420
#305
Winner
HP Dragonfly Folio
#383

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Dell Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420
HP HP Dragonfly Folio
up to 40GB
up to 32GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-12700H
Intel Core i7-1255U
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
Qualcomm Adreno 690

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420

Strengths

I'm very impressed with this laptop...it's gonna have a really nice 14 inch 2.2 K display
The strong chassis design, good Port selection, very impressive performance between the CPU and the GPU, Thunderbolt 4 Port that it has, the fact that it has upgradable Ram SSD and Wi-Fi are all positives
The crystal clear array mics, the impressive full HD 1080p webcam, the decent stereo speakers and the respectable battery life all come together to make this a definite Choice here
It packs a punch under the hood...making it worth your money

Weaknesses

It can get a little hot depending on what you're doing if you're putting it on maximum load
The fans can get loud under heavy load which is to keep it cool of course and it is expected
The PCI gen 3 speeds here on the SSD are not the Gen 4 that we know it does support
A bit of a drawback, but there's a lot to like here

HP Dragonfly Folio

Strengths

The laptop has a unique pull-forward design that's both attractive and useful.
The faux leather exterior is grippy, durable, and looks nice - it's a great alternative to the usual metal or plastic bodies.
The keyboard is nice and responsive with good tactile feedback.
The pen included with touch screen is Wacom AES and has a good set of software features - it's perfect for note-taking.
The laptop supports Intel x211 Wi-Fi 6E with Bluetooth 5.3, as well as optional 4G LTE or 5G Intel 5000 series modem.
The display on the base IPS model is decent, with near full sRGB coverage and high contrast ratio.
The battery life is good, with up to 8-9 hours of mixed productivity work and video conferencing.
The laptop has a compact size and weighs around 2.5 pounds - making it perfect for business travelers.

Weaknesses

The display calibration is not particularly good, especially in terms of color accuracy.
The OLED display option may have worse battery life due to its higher resolution and power-hungry nature.
The pen has some jitter when doing slow diagonal lines - although this didn't seem to affect sketching or drawing.
The laptop only has two Thunderbolt 4 ports, which may not be enough for heavy users.
The headphone jack is a nano SIM card slot if you go with the 4G or 5G options - limiting its use as an audio-only device.
The color gamut of the base IPS display isn't suitable for professional content creators.
The laptop's size and weight may make it difficult to carry in large quantities, despite being compact.
The price of the HP Dragonfly Folio is not explicitly mentioned, which may be a drawback for some users.
Read Full Reviews

Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420

The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420 is a compact powerhouse that packs a punch in its slim frame. Boasting a vibrant 2.5K display, strong chassis design, and impressive performance thanks to the Core i7 12700H CPU and RTX 3050 discrete GPU. This laptop's all-metal premium design and decent battery life make it an attractive option for those seeking portability without sacrificing power. Can this sleek machine deliver on its promises?

HP Dragonfly Folio

The HP Dragonfly Folio G3 is a sleek and versatile laptop designed for everyday business use. With its 3x2 aspect ratio display, Wacom AES pen support, and magnetically-attaching keyboard, this device checks all the right boxes for those who need a reliable and portable workhorse. But how does it perform in terms of performance, battery life, and overall user experience? Let's dive in to find out.

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