Choosing between the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 largely depends on what you value more. The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its higher price, offers significantly better gaming and engineering capabilities due to a powerful processor and dedicated graphics. It has a larger and faster refresh rate display, which is advantageous for gaming and video editing, but it also is heavier and has less battery life, making it less portable. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is more affordable and offers better battery life and easier portability at the expense of lower performance, making it suitable for general use or less demanding tasks like document editing or web browsing. 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 3530
Good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.9/10
6.3/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1200
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 Strix G16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.3/10
6.9/10
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is favored for engineering and design due to a higher-end CPU and GPU, as well as better screen resolution and color coverage, making it more suitable for intensive tasks and precise visual work, although it is less portable and noisier under load. In comparison, the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 offers adequate performance with a lower-tier CPU and integrated graphics, representing a more portable and quieter option, but with reduced screen quality and color accuracy, which might limit the complexity of engineering and design work handled smoothly.
Content Creation
7.9/10
7.3/10
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Dell Inspiron 15 3530 are both good for content creation, though the ASUS ROG Strix G16 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
7.5/10
6.6/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
291.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16's superior resolution and brightness make it suitable for general use and engineering tasks that require accurate color representation, but its lower refresh rate isn't ideal for 3D gaming where smooth motion is crucial. The Dell Inspiron 15 3530, while having an adequate screen for general tasks and some level of design work, falls short for professional color work and fast-paced gaming due to less impressive color range and slower refresh rates. Both laptops' screen properties are limiting for gaming and high-end 3D work, which demand both high refresh rates and strong color fidelity that neither model fully provides.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 9 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
Fair
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 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 3530 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,374
$722
$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 3530 costs $722.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Dell Inspiron 15 3530 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is equipped with a high-performance CPU suitable for demanding tasks and a quality screen with a high refresh rate, making it great for general use, but it's less portable due to its larger size and heavier weight. The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 offers a solid CPU for everyday tasks and ensures easier portability with its lighter build, though it has a lower quality display and less battery capacity, impacting its effectiveness for prolonged use away from power sources.
Software Development
7.7/10
7.2/10
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Dell Inspiron 15 3530 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 compare to other laptops
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
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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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