Customer Ratings & Reviews

The computer runs great. It slows down and gers a bit iffy when there is an update which is odd. Not sure if its a defeat or not but otherwise very nice computer.

Love this laptop! I was hesitant to switch to Dell from the Macbook but I'm loving it!

Good computer for the price you pay. However, it has gone blank on me once.

I'm truly impressed by this Dell Inspiron 14" (i5441). When purchasing a laptop, portability often ranks high on my priority list—and that's precisely where this device excels. No matter if you're working, traveling, or simply browsing from your couch, this laptop performs well in every important aspect. Reasons It Distinguishes Itself: — Ideal for Daily Use – It manages web surfing, document editing, multitasking, and even watching videos seamlessly—even with several Chrome tabs open. For everyday activities, it is consistent and dependable. — Outstanding Battery Performance – This is undoubtedly among the most efficient laptops in terms of battery life that I’ve experienced. Dell's transition to a Snapdragon processor truly highlights its worth in this context. I utilized it throughout the day for web surfing and document tasks while on the go, and still had more than 50% battery remaining. It frequently lasts longer than my other laptop, which is significant. — Thermals are pretty good, with the only noticeable warmth I noticed on the top of the laptop was from the area around the charging port. Not a fan of the vent blasting into the monitor, but this is not a high-heat machine so should not be that big of an issue. — Speaking of charging, it is done via USB-C and is thus compatible with most modern USB chargers, as long as they are beefy enough to supply enough power (less than 65W might still work, but not reliably from my experience). — Copilot+ Shortcut is Unexpectedly Helpful – I didn’t expect to use the Copilot+ button often, but it has proven to be a convenient method for quickly reaching Microsoft’s integrated AI tools. Although Microsoft’s AI isn’t revolutionary, it’s also not poor—and its integration into the system for immediate access is a pleasant feature. — Portable Design – The laptop is sleek, lightweight, and features a minimalist design. The aluminum shell may not be eye-catching, but it feels solid and sturdy. Simple and functional. — Generous Storage & Dependable Performance – With 512GB of built-in storage, I haven't even approached using it all yet. I'm not planning to store too much data on this laptop, so not much worried about lesser storage. The performance has surpassed my expectations—I haven't even looked into whether I need additional RAM since I haven't experienced any slowdowns at all. — Wireless Display Functions Smoothly – I tried it with a wireless display configuration and encountered no problems. Functioned exactly as expected. A few points to reflect on: — Subdued Design – It’s not a centerpiece. The design is sleek and business-like, yet it lacks eye-catching appeal. — Restricted Ports – Two USB-C connectors, one USB-A, and a 3.5mm audio jack. No HDMI, DP or ethernet port but that’s becoming standard for contemporary laptops. A dock is basically mandatory if you need connectivity, and you might wanna disable sleep/powersaving when plugged in when you do that as it seems to cause docks and connected devices to have odd glitches sometimes. — No CD drive, although an external drive can be added through one of the usb ports. — Not a Gaming Titan – It can manage certain games, particularly lighter titles, but don’t anticipate desktop-quality gaming performance. As with many laptops, the battery depletes rapidly during intensive graphics usage, making gaming optimal when connected to power. — Upgradability is also a mixed bag with the RAM being basically impossible to upgrade without some major shenanigans, so while 16gb is ok for most tasks for now (aside from things like local inferencing on large models or something), I would recommend going for at least a 32gb model if you plan to use the machine long term and want at least some future-proofing. Concluding thoughts: For those in search of a reliable, efficient, and low-maintenance laptop suitable for work, travel, school, or everyday tasks, the Dell Inspiron 14 i5441 is an excellent option. The performance relative to its cost is outstanding, and it meets almost all requirements for the typical user. Overall, I am very impressed with this laptop by Dell. It looks great and functions very well. It's easy to use and I really enjoy the AI features. The price point feels justified for the features and capabilities it offers, and I’d definitely recommend it for anyone who needs a reliable laptop for work or entertainment.

Dell-Inspiron 14" continues to impress as a top-tier laptop for students and professionals alike.

I couldn't be happier with the Snapdragon processor. Excellent platform.

Good performance. Best for students. Inbuilt AI is very helpful.

Very satisfied with the speed of this new laptop. Having a great time playing with AI.

With the Inspiron 14” laptop, Dell has created a great PC that combines powerful tech in a value-oriented package. After spending some time with it, I am impressed with the quality of this laptop, and would recommend it to someone looking for a spec-heavy PC without the spec-heavy price. Right out of the box, the Inspiron feels well-made, even though it's an all-plastic build. The plastic is of such a high quality that I initially wondered if perhaps it was a very light metal. The enclosure feels solid, and the hinge for the screen operates smoothly. As for the screen, it’s a 14-inch FHD (1920 x 1200) LED unit that looks pretty nice, and is able to display just about any content in a high-quality format. While it may not have the highest resolution, and boasts only a 60 Hz refresh rate and 300 nits of brightness, I found it to be perfectly capable as I used it to watch streaming services, browse the internet, and look at photos. The keyboard is nice, and the keys have a great amount of travel. Additionally, the keys themselves are made of a plastic that feels awesome when typing out long documents. The only thing I wish Dell included here was a keyboard backlight, but I suppose that’s part of how this laptop remains such a good value proposition. As for the trackpad, it's also very nice, functional, and seems right at home in this laptop. I don't have much to say, except that it worked perfectly during my testing and was definitely responsive when it needed to be. For ports, there are 2 USB-C ports, a USB-A port, a micro SD card slot, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. Nothing too crazy, but I think this covers just about anything you might need in our modern era, and the SD card slot is a nice touch! Specs for this model are: - Snapdragon X processor - Qualcomm Adreno Graphics - 16 gigs of RAM - 512 gig SSD - Copilot+ PC As you can see, these specs mean this machine is absolutely perfect for use as a daily computer, handling just about anything the average user might throw at it. I found it to be highly capable at all tasks, except for serious gaming and more intensive programs, like advanced video editing software. I typically spend my time using my PC for research for work and school, looking at or lightly editing photos, watching HD content on streaming services and YouTube, and working on the suite of Microsoft Office programs. In all of these areas, the Dell Inspiron was adept, and easily powered through my day-to-day tasks. This laptop also comes equipped with the Copilot+ features, although I've found that these can be subjective with how useful each person finds them to be. I personally think they're just "alright," although I suppose, as they improve over time, it's good to be able to access them from this particular PC. The battery life has also been exceptional. I haven’t timed it, but the website says “up to 28 hours.” I am unsure if I could realistically hit that number, but I’ve used it extensively for most of a day at a time, and it’s still had power left over at the end of the day. I don’t believe that this PC would be great for someone looking for a true gaming laptop, as I just don’t think this style of computer is geared for that. Again, if you’re looking for a machine that can handle serious video editing software (or any similar type of program), this probably isn't the machine for you. If you’re looking for a laptop that is compact, capable, and ready to tackle all of your daily activities, the Dell Inspiron is one to check out. Dell has managed to create a laptop that is perfect for the average user and goes above and beyond with the latest processors and features. The value of the Dell Inspiron is simply exceptional, and I highly recommend this PC to anyone on the lookout for a new laptop!

The “copilot” can be annoying!! And I’m not familiar with all the windows 11 features.

The Dell Inspiron is a good budget friendly laptop. It's fairly slow running but does get the job done in the end.

The Dell Inspiron line has historically (depending on build and components) been a middle of the road consumer laptop. This model is perfect if you are looking for a budget and battery friendly model with decent build quality. HARDWARE: Glad to see they didn't skimp and included the 16 GB or RAM instead of 8, that is really the minimum in this day and age. The snapdragon processor is efficient enough for 99% of the normal usage for a consumer laptop for web surfing, school etc.. It is very good with battery life after about two hours of moderate use manipulating a spread sheet, surfing the web and listening to music I have an estimated 2.5 hours left. The screen is middle of the road, bright enough to be good inside and color rendering seems pretty accurate. I find outside the brightness might not be enough to plan on using it outside on a regular basis. However, how often are you in a situation where you can't adjust out of the sun? I had to reduce the ratio out of the box to 100%, then played back and forth a little larger to accommodate most programs. The keyboard is not back lit, enough said on that, why in this day and age of LED functionality????? Keyboard is a standard layout; the track pad is responsive, unfortunately there is no touch screen, I have really gotten accustom to having one. The shell seems about standard in terms of toughness. I like the blue color instead of the usual black, in a sea of laptops it is easier to find. The fan is moderately loud and runs about what I would describe as normal under moderate usage. Let's be clear, it is a fan, it is a little noisy, but it isn't going to wake the baby.

I’ve been using this Dell Inspiron 14” laptop for about a month now, and I’m really pleased with it. I use it mostly for everyday tasks like checking email, paying bills, browsing the web, Zoom calls, and organizing family photos—and it handles all of that without a hiccup. The screen is bright and clear, and I love the slim, lightweight design. It’s easy to carry from room to room, which is nice since I don’t have a set office space. The Titan color gives it a modern, classy look too. Startup is almost instant, and everything runs smoothly. The battery life is impressive—I can use it for hours without worrying about charging. The built-in Copilot features are a nice bonus. I’ve only used it a few times so far, but it’s handy for finding documents or summarizing things quickly. It feels like having a little assistant built in, which is great when I’m multitasking. Setup was easy, even for someone who’s not super tech-savvy. I just followed the instructions on the screen, and everything was up and running in no time. Overall, it’s been a great choice for home use. Reliable, fast, and easy to use. I’d definitely recommend it to anyone who needs a good everyday laptop.

This laptop has proven to be a bit of a conundrum for me. In the sea of options, where does this fit? Largely, it seems to be - just good enough. Starting with the build quality. For such a small form factor, this laptop has some heft to it. That extra weight, in my opinion, seems to add a sense this laptop is a little more premium than what it actually is. Now don't get me wrong, this isn't cheaply made, but it isn't premium either. The lid hinge is solid and stays exactly where you put it. I appreciate the overall feel and the resistance to fingerprints. The keyboard base is not flimsy and provides a stable typing surface. The setup process was horrifically long and tedious. So many steps along with multiple updates and restarts made this a less than positive experience. It was nearly an hour before I could actually use the device. Seriously? My download speeds at the time of setup were running at 162Mbps. A huge miss is the lack of a backlit keyboard, which, when coupled with low screen lighting renders this laptop almost useless in low light conditions. The key travel is good and the actual typing is pleasant and responsive. The rounded edges of the laptop frame are appreciated. No digging into your wrists or forearms when typing. So it types and it's good enough. The trackpad is a bit on the small side. At times some of my clicks did not register due to not pressing with enough force. While I would not say this was frequent, it was enough to be noticeable. Useable? Yes, it's good enough. The camera works decently and supports Windows Hello, which is hit or miss with face recognition. The automatic framing is a bit sluggish and falls short of some other devices I've used, but it exists and it works good enough. The speakers are plenty loud. You will definitely have no issues blasting sound across the room. However, the quality leaves a lot to be desired. Audiophiles will be disappointed, but then again, it's a laptop. The sound is below average and dull when playing music, especially at higher volumes. With video conferencing, YouTube, and lower volumes the speakers perform good enough. The display is less than impressive. Yes it is a FHD screen, but the colors seem quite muted. I wouldn't plan on doing any photo editing, color corrections, or graphic designing. Lines are dull and not crisp or clean. The bezels aren't what I would call thick, but they aren't the smallest out there either. Overall, the screen works fine for documents, emails, surfing, etc. Gameplay and anything graphics related would be better suited elsewhere. There are a few shining lights with this laptop though. There is very minimal bloatware, which means less time uninstalling apps. Battery life is pretty solid. With moderate use I was getting about 6 hours of on-screen use time. Charging is decently fast - not lightning quick, but far from slow. I appreciate the fact the PC thermal settings are adjustable. Lastly, I experienced very minimal fan activation even with heavier use. The processor seems to hold up and manage processes well. So, where do I land? Well, as I've stated, it's good enough. But for whom? Graphic designers or users will be let down due to the smaller size. muted colors, and hazy images. Audiophiles will find the sound output lacking. Gamers will likely not be pleased with the image quality, average processor and graphics. So that kind of leaves the causal user. Those who want to work with documents and spreadsheets, send some emails, browse the web, and maybe watch a few videos. Does this work for them? Yes, this laptop will do all those things quite well. They can open all the browser tabs they want and have multiple documents pulled up while streaming some low-level music and this laptop will handle it all gracefully. But herein lies the conundrum. If that is your use case, why spend the money being asked for this laptop, when less expensive models and even more powerful tablets with superior specs and less weight exist?

I've been curious about the Snapdragon-powered Windows laptops since they were announced because of their promise of efficiency and superb battery life. Windows laptops have always trailed Macs in this area, but have been catching up lately. Snapdragon processors were supposed to accelerate their improvement, and I can definitely say they have. I have been using this laptop on and off now for about a month and have only charged it a few times. I usually pick it up to watch some videos, do some surfing, or juggle files when I know it'll be easier to work with than my Macbook. I can safely say that for my general use cases, I haven't run into any compatibility issues with the ARM processor. Even my USB ISO software, formatting software, etc. work flawlessly on Snapdragon. My favorite thing about this laptop is that I close it and open it like my Mac and it's ready to use. Yes, my previous AMD and Intel laptops behaved that way, but it seemed like I was losing battery in sleep mode. This laptop doesn't drain appreciably in sleep mode; even after not picking it up for a week, it's ready to roll with about the same battery it had when I closed it. Everything else is straightforward: I'm typing this review on it and it's a perfectly good keyboard, albeit with no backlight. Trackpad is very good being non-glass. Hinge doesn't tilt 180, two USB-C (charging is USB-C), one USB-A, headphone jack, and (much appreciated) MicroSD slot. Very useful laptop!

After using the Dell Inspiron 14 for over a week, it is hard not to give it five stars. It does everything well for what it's intended purpose is. It is an every day task machine, and it has perfected it. The first thing I noticed was that the Dell laptop feels very premium, yet budget at the same time. It is hard to describe, but you can tell they used the very best budget parts, if that makes sense. It definitely does not feel cheap, yet it does not feel super premium. That is a good thing in my opinion. The keyboard is very quiet when typing. The keys feel nice and the clicks feel just right and not like you are going to break them. My only critique is the lack of a backlit keyboard. Once you have used one, it is hard to do without it. The Dell Inspiron has some very convenient ports. It features two USB type C ports and one standard USB port. It also has a micro SD card slot and even a 3.5 headphone jack. This should be everything you need to stay productive. The only thing it lacks is a traditional HDMI port. A lot of monitors can use type C nowadays, but it is still nice to hookup to a TV or monitor via HDMI. The display is super sharp. I had no issues with quality of any image I could bring up from photos to videos. The brights are high and the screen has an anti glare screen. The front also features a webcam with a built in camera guard to close for privacy. The Dell Inspiron performed better than I predicted. The Snapdragon processor performed very well and handled every task I could throw at it. Keep in mind this laptop is built for every day computing, so I am talking video streaming, web browsing, and email communication. I ran a video call with no lag or issues. The laptop is overall very slim and light weight. You can take it anywhere and know that it will not become damaged due to the high quality build. I simply like this laptop and feel that it will not fail you in your daily routine.

This is an ARM processor, this means that the battery life is going to be much better and it’ll just be quicker for light multitasking. My wife uses word, the internet, excel, the internet, Spotify, and the internet, so for her ARM is absolutely perfect. When you open the lid, it’s ready to go, even over night the wake-up time feels pretty instantaneous. The Wi-Fi is also more dependable, usually when I wake up my windows laptop the Wi-Fi will decide that it doesn’t exist for 30 seconds, windows on ARM hasn’t done this to me once, not on this laptop and not on the one that I’ve had for a year. I’ve been able to run normal applications, and it is getting better on what can be installed on ARM, however, if you are a gamer, engineer, or developer you will run into applications that simply wont work, so this is for the person that just needs has light computing needs which is probably most people. Now for the build quality, I’m not super impressed with the screen, it gets decently bright and works good, but it isn’t amazing. The speakers are actually really good, usually they are too quiet, these are nice and loud and sound pretty good. The keyboard is really nice, it is solid, the keys have good travel, and the typing depth feels good. I have used laptops at twice the price of this that have worse keyboards which is really impressive and I think is more important that an amazing 4k display especially at this price point as the purpose I see for this computer is to communicate with the world not be absorbed in content locally and the best way to communicate to the world is with a good keyboard. I like that there is an Aux port and a full USB A as well as a micro SD card slot and 2 USB C ports. I do wish that a USB C port was put on each side so that the power cord could be plugged into the most convenient side. Which brings up the part that it charges via USB C. I absolutely love this feature. I have a multi plug 65W charger that keeps this thing going as well as my phone without an issue, or you can use the included charger which looks like a traditional charger and is a little bulky for my taste, but I love the length of the charger. I think the biggest question is if this actually is a good value, if you value battery life and responsiveness while not needing access to more than basic games (unless you have an excellent internet connection and access to cloud gaming) then this is an excellent choice.

The Dell Inspiron line has always been a good value for the average person. They are usually good, not great. They won't excel but will get the job done. I think the Dell Inspiron 14 does that. I think for the average person, it is able to do most everyday things decently. Out of the box, the Inspiron 14 does not break any molds here. It is a decent mix of aluminum and plastic. While it does not scream premium, it definitely doesn't feel cheap. Build quality feels fair which is consistent with its predecessors. It is very light and is easy to carry around without significant fatigue. The Dell Inspiron 14 uses an ARM processor in the Qualcomm Snapdragon X. ARM processors are basically simpler processors. Most Windows laptops prior to this used x86 architecture. Basically ARM processors try to use shorter steps to accomplish tasks. They tend to be more efficient and have longer battery life as a result. Traditionally, however, they tend to lack in performance when needed. In my opinion, they were popularized by a certain fruit-named tech company who created their own ARM processors to make extremely efficient machines. Due to this, the battery life is good in this machine. Dell claimed up to 28 hours on the website but I was getting closer to 10 with my real-world use (streaming and browsing the web). This was a very big gap and I am not sure if it was a typo. While 10 hours is not anything to sneeze at, there are so many more laptops that have better battery life even at similar pricepoints. This was especially disappointing considering the Snapdragon X is probably one of the weakest in their lineup. The keyboard is decent. It feels fairly firm with decent travel. The trackpad is also smooth and serviceable. Compared to all the laptops these days, the trackpad does feel a tad smaller by relativity. The display is a bit on the disappointing side. 300 nits is good indoors but any bit of sunlight and I was struggling. It doesn't seem very color accurate and if you are used to a good display then you will definitely see the difference. All in all, the Dell Inspiron 14 is decent. It doesn't do anything particularly well nor is it trying to. While it doesn't have anything setting it apart from the competition, it is a good computer for students and a person who just streams videos and browses the web with light productivity work sprinkled in.

I purchased this laptop for my college daughter, to replace her MacBook. After three weeks, the WiFi drive corrupted. The return window has closed. Dell wants $99 to just speak to support. I have wasted hundreds of dollars. We are using usb WiFi adapter until her college tech support has an opening to assist.

This Dell Inspiron 14" FHD+ Laptop with a Snapdragon X processor and Copilot+ PC is quite a nice laptop. Setup is as easy as connecting to your internet and letting the laptop lead you through the process screen by screen. Once I connected to my WiFi, this laptop has not lost connection at all. As for battery life, Dell claims up to 28 hours, but I know that is based on multiple factors which will vary by user. I tend to use my laptop plugged in, so I can't vouch for the accuracy of 28 hours, but Snapdragon X processors tend to have very good battery life because that is something that is prioritized versus say a gaming laptop. This laptop would be best used for web-surfing, email, watching videos and other everyday things. You would not be happy if you purchased this laptop for heavy gaming or heavy video editing, for example. With its specifications, this just isn't made for that. It does have a full HD+ display (1920x1200), 2 USB-C 4 ports, either can be used for charging which is very convenient (no Thunderbolt), 1 USB-A 3.2 port, a micro SD card slot and a headphone/microphone jack. The wireless standard is WiFi7 802.11be, which is the latest iteration currently available. and it has Bluetooth. The 14" full HD+ display is a great size for me, but is only adequate as far as clarity. I find it to be lacking while watching (streaming) movies - not as crisp and clear as I would like. It is fine for those daily tasks I need to perform though. I am having a little bit of an issue with the touchpad. The top of the touchpad is very close to the space bar so that when I go for the spacebar, sometimes I touch the touchpad instead, and if you've done that before, you know it really messes up whatever you are typing. I have to be very careful and intentional with this. The keyboard is not backlit which is a disappointment to me. When it's needed, it would be great to have it. The 16 of LPDDR5X RAM is sufficient for me now, but is upgradeable to 32gb - many laptops nowadays have the RAM soldered onto the motherboard with no option to upgrade. The fact that this RAM is upgradeable is very nice. The 512GB PCle SSD is not very much storage but then, I do tend to use cloud storage a lot. This laptop has CoPilot+ which is a nifty AI tool that can help in a lot of very creative and endless number of ways and is quite fun to use. This has a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) which aids in the processing of Artificial Intelligence. And this laptop is ENERGY STAR Certified. Overall, this is a fine laptop running on Windows 11. It is not a powerhouse laptop by any means, but it is certainly quite sufficient for everyday tasks. I wouldn't consider this an entry-level PC, but a step above that. What is is built for, it does quite well. The only disappointments for me with this are: the display resolution seems lacking and the omission of a backlit keyboard. Otherwise, I am quite impressed and pleased with this laptop and would recommend it.