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Updated January 16, 2024·
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is more costly but offers high performance for intensive tasks like gaming or 3D work given its more powerful processor and graphics card. It has a faster screen refresh rate which is great for gaming, but this also means it's heavier and has slightly less battery life compared to the Dell Inspiron 15 3530. Conversely, if you prioritize a more budget-friendly option with good performance for general use, and greater portability and battery life, the Dell is a solid choice, even though it has a less powerful processor and integrated graphics, making it not as suited for demanding applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Triton 300
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3530
- Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.1
6.3
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is only fair.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 outperforms the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 in gaming and 3D applications mainly because it comes with a superior Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 144Hz compared to the Dell's integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and a 120Hz refresh rate. Additionally, the Triton 300's more advanced CPU (Intel i7) and a better-quality screen featuring higher brightness and contrast ratios contribute to its edge over the Inspiron 15 3530, which has an entry-level Intel i5 CPU and a screen with lower brightness and contrast.
Engineering and Design
7.5
6.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is only fair.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 surpasses the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 in engineering and design use due to its superior CPU and GPU, which are crucial for demanding tasks, and its screen with better color coverage and brightness, enhancing visual preciseness.
Screen Quality
7.3
6.6
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 offers a vibrant and sharp display suitable for engineering and design work due to its broad color coverage and resolution, but for gaming, its lower refresh rate may not deliver the smooth visuals preferred by gamers. The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 provides decent visual clarity and brightness for everyday tasks and professional applications, though it might lack the color precision needed for specialized design work. Both laptops' displays fall short for gaming and 3D applications, as their screens don't refresh quickly enough to produce the seamless motion demanded by these uses.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and Acer Predator Triton 300 both have good portability, though the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
6.2
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has good build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,150
$699
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has a price of $1,150 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 costs $699.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.4
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and Acer Predator Triton 300 are both good for general use.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is solid for general use due to its capable i7 processor, ample RAM, and quality IPS screen, but it is less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to the Dell Inspiron 15 3530, which offers lighter weight and longer battery life with its i5 processor and similar RAM and screen quality, making it a good choice for everyday tasks with a balance of performance and convenience. Both laptops are equipped with enough storage and decent keyboards, but the Triton's gaming-grade GPU and thermal management make it better suited for power users who can handle more weight and frequent charging, while the Inspiron's quieter operation and cooler performance benefit users prioritizing comfort and mobility.
Content Creation
7.3
7.3
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and Dell Inspiron 15 3530 are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.1
7.2
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and Acer Predator Triton 300 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Battery
5.5 Hours
6.5 Hours
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has 6.5 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
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How the Acer Predator Triton 300 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Predator Triton 300 | Dell Inspiron 15 3530 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,150 | $699 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10'' x 0.78'' | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.65'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.41 lbs | 3.64 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.9" | 14.11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10" | 9.25" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-11800H | Intel i5-1335U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 6.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 59 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Mike Wobker | December 2020
"In our particular review configuration, the Acer Predator Triton 300 turned out to be a fairly powerful gaming notebook. Both CPU and GPU performance were at a high level, and the aluminum case turned out to be fairly robust. Only the display lid could have been a bit more robust. For customers on a budget that do not mind tinkering with the device’s fan management the Acer Predator Triton 300 can be worth a closer look."
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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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