The ASUS ROG Strix G16 boasts superior graphics, a high refresh rate display, and a robust processor, making it well-suited for intensive gaming, 3D modeling, or machine learning tasks. Despite its superior performance, it is heavier and thicker than the Dell Inspiron 15 3511, which may affect portability. Furthermore, it tends to have a shorter battery life due to its powerful hardware. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 15 3511, while less expensive and more portable with longer battery life, has less powerful integrated graphics and a smaller storage capacity, making it more appropriate for general use or less demanding engineering applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3511
Good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.9/10
6.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is favored for gaming and 3D due to its Nvidia RTX 4060, which excels in rendering and supports higher graphical settings compared to the Intel i5-1135G7 Iris Xe graphics in the Dell Inspiron 15 3511. The G16 also boasts a high screen refresh rate of 165Hz for smoother visuals, whereas the Inspiron's screen refresh rate is 60Hz, which provides less fluidity in fast-paced scenes.
Engineering and Design
8.3/10
7.0/10
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 excels in engineering and design due to its higher-tier, more powerful CPU and GPU, crucial for demanding tasks, and a quality IPS screen with higher color coverage and brightness, enhancing visual work. Although the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 offers a significant amount of RAM, which is beneficial for multitasking and complex designs, its less powerful integrated GPU and lower screen color coverage and brightness are less optimal for intensive engineering tasks, despite its advantage in portability and higher RAM amount.
Screen Quality
7.5/10
6.0/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
291.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
230.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers a high-resolution display with bright and accurate colors that enhance visibility and detail, making it suitable for general use and precise engineering tasks; however, its lower refresh rate impacts the smoothness and responsiveness critical for gaming and 3D applications. The Dell Inspiron 15 3511, while providing a display sufficient for everyday tasks and casual design work, also has limitations in color accuracy for professional design and engineering, and its modest refresh rate restricts the experience in high-paced gaming and 3D content. Both laptops might not fully satisfy avid gamers or professionals in 3D animation due to their screen refresh rate constraints, but they cater well to general productivity and design work where resolution and color fidelity are more crucial.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 9 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 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
Fair
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
6.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has good build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,374
$580
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a price of $1,374 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 costs $580.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers substantial gaming performance with its advanced CPU, dedicated GPU, and high refresh rate screen, making it suitable for general use that may include occasional gaming or intensive applications but is less portable due to its weight and larger battery; whereas the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 provides ample storage and RAM for multitasking with a lighter and thinner design for increased portability, but lower performance for gaming or heavy tasks due to its integrated graphics and slower screen, albeit with a reduction in battery life. Both laptops have quality displays and sufficient noise and heat management for comfortable general use.
Content Creation
7.9/10
7.5/10
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 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
7.7/10
7.3/10
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 compare to other laptops
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
"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 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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