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Updated January 12, 2024·

If you're looking for a more budget-friendly option and don't mind a slight compromise on cutting-edge features, the Acer Aspire 3 15 could work well for general use. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 15 3511, while slightly more expensive, may offer better performance, which could be beneficial if you plan on doing more intensive tasks. In terms of battery life, the Dell might have the edge, which can be important if you need your laptop to last longer on a single charge and if you are frequently on the move. The Dell might also have a slight advantage in build quality or after-sales support, as it's a brand with a reputation for this. Remember though, the exact tradeoffs can vary based on the specific configurations of the models you're comparing, so it's essential to look at the specs such as processor speed, RAM, and storage type and capacity for the particular laptops you're considering. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 3 15
  • The Acer Aspire 3 15 has no clear advantages over the Dell Inspiron 15 3511.
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3511
  • Good for general use
  • Good for engineering and design

Key differences

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General Use

6.6
Aspire 3 15
Inspiron 15 3511
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
244.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
230.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.5 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is good for general use, while the Acer Aspire 3 15 is only fair.

Engineering and Design

5.9
Aspire 3 15
Inspiron 15 3511
7.0
4.1/10
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 15 is poor.

Content Creation

7.0
Aspire 3 15
Inspiron 15 3511
7.5
4.1/10
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 15 are both good for content creation, though the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is somewhat better.

Screen Quality

6.2
Aspire 3 15
Inspiron 15 3511
6.0
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
244.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
230.0 nits
The Acer Aspire 3 15 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.

Battery

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

Cost

$330
Aspire 3 15
Inspiron 15 3511
$580
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The Acer Aspire 3 15 has a price of $330 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 costs $580.
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Key similarities

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Gaming and AI

5.8
Aspire 3 15
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 15 is poor.

Software Development

7.0
Aspire 3 15
Inspiron 15 3511
7.3
4.1/10
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 15 are both good for software development.

Portability

Good
Aspire 3 15
Inspiron 15 3511
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Acer Aspire 3 15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.

Build Quality

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

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

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Spec Comparison

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

GENERAL

Price
$330
$580
Release Date
January 1, 2023January 1, 2021
Overall Dimensions
14.3'' x 9.4'' x 0.74''14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.74''
Weight
3.97 lbs3.7 lbs
Width
14.29"14.11"
Depth
9.35"9.27"

INTERNAL

Processor
AMD Ryzen 3 7320UIntel i5-1135G7
RAM
8 GB32 GB
DDR Memory Version
54
RAM Slots
02
Storage
128 GB1024 GB

BATTERY

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

SCREEN

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

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
6.3/106.3/10
Portability Score
7.7/107.8/10
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
NoNo
Number Pad
YesYes

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
23
USB-C ports
10
USB-C Charging
YesNo
Display Outputs
21
Thunderbolt Ports
00

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Acer Aspire 3 15

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Rtings

Alexander Tozzi, Ryan Lim, and Yannick Khong | March 2023
"The Acer Aspire 3 is okay for school use. It feels reasonably well-built, and it's easy to carry around. The display looks decently sharp and provides plenty of space for multitasking, but it doesn't get bright enough to combat glare. Its Intel Core i3-N305 CPU and integrated graphics can only handle simple tasks, like text processing, web browsing, and video playback, so it isn't ideal for students in more technical fields like 3D graphics. Unfortunately, the battery lasts only around six to seven hours of light use."

Dell Inspiron 15 3511

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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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