In choosing between the ASUS ROG Strix G15 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3530, consider your needs and budget. The ASUS is more expensive but offers robust performance, making it suitable for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming, due to its higher-end processor and dedicated graphics card. Its likely tradeoff is less portability and shorter battery life compared to the Dell. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is more affordable and still reliable for general use with good battery life and portability, but it won't match the ASUS in terms of performance for demanding applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15
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
7.0/10
6.3/10
5.6/10
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
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is good for gaming and 3D as it has a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti graphics processing unit (GPU) and a higher screen refresh rate of 144 Hz, which provides a smoother visual experience during fast-paced gaming or 3D rendering.
Engineering and Design
7.6/10
6.9/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
5.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 excels in engineering and design tasks due to its higher-end Ryzen 9 CPU and dedicated RTX 3050 Ti GPU, providing superior performance for graphics-intensive applications, alongside a bright and color-accurate screen; however, it's heavier and thus less portable compared to the Dell Inspiron 15 3530, which offers a newer but lower-powered i5 CPU and integrated graphics, suitable for less demanding engineering tasks, and benefits from better portability and operating noise management.
Screen Quality
7.1/10
6.6/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
284.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a display with vibrant colors and sharp resolution suitable for everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, but its lower refresh rate reduces the smoothness required for high-end gaming and 3D applications. The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has a fair screen that is adequate for general productivity and some technical applications, yet it lacks the color accuracy critical for professional design and the high refresh rate needed for immersive gaming experiences. Both laptops might not fully satisfy gamers or design professionals due to their displays' limitations in key areas such as refresh rate for gaming and color representation for design tasks.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 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
7.8/10
6.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 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
$1,249
$722
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a price of $1,249 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 costs $722.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Dell Inspiron 15 3530 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 boasts a powerful AMD Ryzen 9 CPU and dedicated Nvidia graphics, making it well-suited for demanding applications and light gaming, though its heavier weight and shorter battery life may limit portability. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is lighter and offers longer battery life with a newer Intel CPU and integrated graphics, which is sufficient for day-to-day tasks but might struggle with more intensive graphics tasks, all while being more portable.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.3/10
7.8/10
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 ASUS ROG Strix G15 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
7.2/10
7.2/10
7.8/10
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 ASUS ROG Strix G15 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 ASUS ROG Strix G15 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 ASUS ROG Strix G15 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 compare to other laptops
"The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is a successful high-performance 15-inch laptop. The Asus ROG Strix impresses with an elaborate design and fast hardware. The latter can unleash its potential well in the large 15-inch case and achieve a decent performance boost compared to the previous generation. Especially the stunning 300 Hz display as well as the RTX 3070 and its generous TDP give gamers their money's worth. Asus didn't neglect seemingly small details, either, such as the keyboard and the maintenance options. The ROG Strix G15 offers a lot of pure performance and excellent workmanship in a 15-inch format, but connectivity leaves something to be desired."
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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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