Dell Inspiron 5480 vs. MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Dell Inspiron 5480 and MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful processor performance

high-resolution touchscreen display

robust build quality

excellent graphics capability

innovative cooling system

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

average battery life

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Inspiron 5480 and MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
85 % - Design
87 % - Display
95 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Inspiron 5480 vs. MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Inspiron 5480 MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.43 cm x 23.2 cm x 1.91 cm 38.2 cm x 26 cm x 1.9 cm
Weight 1.63 kg 2.49 kg
Colour Platinum silver Lunar grey
DISPLAY Dell Inspiron 5480 MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 17"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
Pixel Density (ppi) 157 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 0.161 mm pixel pitch -
PROCESSOR Dell Inspiron 5480 MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 24-core
Cache 8 MB 36 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset - Intel HM770
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Dell Inspiron 5480 MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 64 GB (2 x 32 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Dell Inspiron 5480 MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Inspiron 5480 MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce MX150 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Dynamic Boost
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel -
Camera Features 720p HD movie recording IR camera
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Four speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3204 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features MaxxAudio Pro Output: Audio by DTS, Sound by Dynaudio, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Inspiron 5480 MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet -
BATTERY Dell Inspiron 5480 MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell Inspiron 5480 MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 19.5 V 20 V
INPUT Dell Inspiron 5480 MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features - Per-key RGB, MSI active pen (MPP2.0) support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Inspiron 5480 MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI 2.1
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Dell Inspiron 5480 MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro
Software Included - MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Inspiron 5480 MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
Security Fingerprint reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - MIL-STD-810G tested, vapor chamber cooling system
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 15 months - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 213UK
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