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Updated January 12, 2024·

The Acer Aspire 3 14 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 have differences that may affect your decision. The Acer, while generally less expensive, is smaller and more portable due to its 14-inch screen size but may have less powerful hardware or a smaller battery compared to the Dell. The Dell Inspiron 15 3511, with a 15.6-inch screen, likely offers a larger display for multitasking and possibly better performance, which can be advantageous for more demanding tasks. However, it may be heavier and less portable. If budget is a primary concern and you value portability for basic tasks, the Acer might suit you better. If you prefer a larger display and increased performance potential for complex applications, and don't mind spending a bit more, the Dell could be a better fit despite potentially shorter battery life or added weight. Consider your needs for performance, screen size, portability, and budget when making your choice. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 3 14
  • Very good portability
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3511
  • Good for engineering and design

Key differences

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General Use

7.0
Aspire 3 14
Inspiron 15 3511
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
230.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.5 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Acer Aspire 3 14 are both good for general use, though the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is somewhat better.

Engineering and Design

6.1
Aspire 3 14
Inspiron 15 3511
7.0
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is good for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 is only fair.

Screen Quality

6.1
Aspire 3 14
Inspiron 15 3511
6.0
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
230.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 3 14 for software development.

Battery

9.5 Hours
Aspire 3 14
Inspiron 15 3511
6.5 Hours
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has 6.5 hours of battery life.

Portability

Very Good
Aspire 3 14
Inspiron 15 3511
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.

Cost

$434
Aspire 3 14
Inspiron 15 3511
$580
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The Acer Aspire 3 14 has a price of $434 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 costs $580.
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Key similarities

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Gaming and AI

5.9
Aspire 3 14
Inspiron 15 3511
6.2
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 15 3511 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 is poor.

Content Creation

7.2
Aspire 3 14
Inspiron 15 3511
7.5
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Acer Aspire 3 14 are both good for content creation.

Software Development

7.1
Aspire 3 14
Inspiron 15 3511
7.3
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Acer Aspire 3 14 are both good for software development.

Build Quality

6.2
Aspire 3 14
Inspiron 15 3511
6.2
The Acer Aspire 3 14 and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 both have only fair build quality.

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How the Acer Aspire 3 14 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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Acer Aspire 3 14Dell Inspiron 15 3511
Acer Aspire 3 14Dell Inspiron 15 3511

GENERAL

Price
$434
$580
Release Date
March 1, 2023January 1, 2021
Overall Dimensions
12.9'' x 8.5'' x 0.74''14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.74''
Weight
3.09 lbs3.7 lbs
Width
12.9"14.11"
Depth
8.5"9.27"

INTERNAL

Processor
AMD Ryzen 5 7520UIntel i5-1135G7
RAM
8 GB32 GB
DDR Memory Version
54
RAM Slots
02
Storage
512 GB1024 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
9.5 Hours6.5 Hours
Battery Capacity
40 Wh41 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
14"15.6"
Display Technology
IPSIPS
Resolution
1920 x 10801920 x 1080
Refresh Rate
60Hz60Hz
Display Brightness
250 nits230 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
6.3/106.3/10
Portability Score
8.4/107.8/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
NoNo
Premium Business Laptop
NoNo
Fan Noise Score
10/107.5/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
6.3/106.5/10
Speaker Quality Score
6/106.5/10
Webcam
720p720p
Fingerprint Reader
NoNo
Backlit Keyboard
YesNo
Number Pad
NoYes

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
23
USB-C ports
10
USB-C Charging
YesNo
Display Outputs
11
Thunderbolt Ports
00

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PCMag

Zachary Cuevas | November 2021
"The Dell Inspiron 15 3000 (3511) is a solid, if unremarkable, 15-inch budget laptop. It improves on many of the issues we had with the previous 3505 model, and with the inclusion of Windows 11, the 3511 is already a step above its competition. The lack of a USB-C port, the subpar speakers, and the dim display are drawbacks to factor in, but it's still one of the better 15-inch budget laptops on the market, especially when you consider it's under $400."

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About Acer

Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.

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.

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