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Updated January 12, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Flow X13, being a premium and more expensive option, offers robust performance with a high-end processor and dedicated graphics, great for intensive engineering tasks, 3D, machine learning, or gaming. It's also a 2-in-1 convertible which can be used as a tablet, making it versatile yet less portable due to its weight. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is typically much less expensive and has an adequate processor for general use, with integrated graphics, which may not handle intensive tasks as well, but it boasts a larger screen and is also lighter, enhancing portability and affordability. Choose the ASUS for high performance and versatility or the Dell for cost savings and basic usage. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X13
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3530
- The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Flow X13.
Key differences
General Use
8.1
7.4
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
511.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 outperforms the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 for general use mainly due to its superior processor, which excels in complex tasks, and its higher-quality display, both in terms of resolution and color coverage, providing a more vibrant and detailed visual experience. Additionally, the ASUS offers better portability with a more compact design and longer battery life, making it a more travel-friendly option, while the Dell does offer a larger screen size, which may be preferable for users who prioritize more screen real estate and don't require as much computing power or mobility.
Gaming and AI
7.8
6.3
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 outperforms in gaming and 3D tasks with its more powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics and higher screen refresh rate of 165 Hz, enhancing fluid motion and better game responsiveness compared to the Dell Inspiron 15 3530's integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and 120 Hz refresh rate. Additionally, the ASUS has a higher-quality screen, which is important for immersive gaming and detailed 3D work, while the Dell may offer performance that's adequate for less demanding gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.5
6.9
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 stands out in engineering and design applications due to a higher performing CPU and GPU, more RAM, and superior screen quality with higher resolution and color accuracy, crucial for detailed work. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 15 3530, although offering good processing power and satisfactory screen quality, lags behind in graphics performance and display features, but gains points for being more budget-friendly and having a larger screen, which may benefit extended work sessions despite the decrease in portability compared to the ASUS.
Content Creation
8.2
7.3
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is good.
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
8.0
7.2
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for software development, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is good.
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.
Screen Quality
8.4
6.6
13.4in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When considering the ASUS ROG Flow X13, its high resolution and panel quality, along with excellent brightness, ensure a crisp and vivid display for general use and detail-oriented work in engineering and design, enhanced by wide color gamuts that accurately reproduce a range of colors. However, the laptop's lower refresh rate may not be ideal for gaming or 3D applications, where smooth motion is crucial for an immersive experience. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 15 3530's screen offers adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and entry-level engineering work, but its limited color gamut and modest refresh rate won't suit professional design needs or demanding gaming and 3D visuals.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has 8 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
13.4in
SIZE
15.6in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
6.2
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very 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
$2,500
$722
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a price of $2,500 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 costs $722.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS ROG Flow X13 | Dell Inspiron 15 3530 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,500 | $722 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.8'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.65'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.87 lbs | 3.64 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.77" | 14.11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.35" | 9.25" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS | Intel i5-1335U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 6.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.4" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 511 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Sebastian Bade | February 2021
"The Asus ROG Flow X13 is not an off-the-shelf convertible. This quickly becomes clear when you take a closer look at the technical specs. The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS is a state-of-the-art SoC with 8 cores and 16 threads, which also makes the 2-in-1 interesting as a work device. With 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD, gamers are also well taken care of. The dedicated Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q fits well into the overall concept and ensures a solid 3D performance. With the eGPU dock, which is equipped with a GeForce RTX 3080, the small convertible transforms into a full-fledged desktop replacement in terms of performance."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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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