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Updated January 12, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers superior performance, with a high-end processor and graphics card making it suitable for intensive tasks, such as 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming. However, it's larger, heavier, and more expensive. The Dell Inspiron 15 3530, on the other hand, is more affordable, lighter, and more portable, with a processor that's fine for general use but might struggle with demanding software. Its graphics capabilities are less robust, meaning it's not as suitable for gaming or graphic design. Both offer similar battery capacities, but the high performance of the ASUS will likely drain its battery faster. The choice depends on your need for high performance versus portability and value. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G17
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3530
- Good portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.4
6.3
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
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 G17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers superior gaming and 3D performance with its powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and high screen refresh rate of 240Hz, ideal for fast-paced action and greater graphical detail. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has a modest Intel Iris Xe GPU and a lower refresh rate of 120Hz, which provides fair gaming capabilities but can't match the fluidity or graphical fidelity of the ASUS for more demanding games and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.8
6.9
9.8/10
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 G17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 boasts a high-end CPU, a powerful GPU, and a larger, high-quality screen, making it an excellent choice for demanding engineering and design tasks, but it's less portable due to its size and weight. The Dell Inspiron 15 3530, with a mid-tier CPU and integrated graphics, is more portable and offers decent screen quality for standard engineering tasks, but it may not handle intensive applications as smoothly as the ASUS.
Content Creation
8.3
7.3
9.8/10
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 Strix G17 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.
Screen Quality
8.4
6.6
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 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 G17 excels in general use and engineering tasks due to its panel type and high resolution, which ensures sharp and clear visuals, plus it has excellent color coverage that is crucial for accuracy in design work. However, its refresh rate is not as high as those typically preferred by gamers, making it less suitable for fast-paced gaming where fluid motion is key. The Dell Inspiron 15, while offering fair quality in both general use and engineering with decent brightness and resolution, lacks in both the high color gamut necessary for precision in design and the refresh rate desired for smooth gaming experiences.
Battery
3.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 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
Poor
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
6.2
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 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
$1,399
$722
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,399 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 costs $722.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.4
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
320.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Dell Inspiron 15 3530 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers superior performance with a high-end AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU, making it suitable for demanding applications, though it's less portable and has shorter battery life compared to the Dell Inspiron 15 3530, which is lighter and offers longer battery life for everyday tasks with its Intel i5 CPU and integrated graphics; both have high-quality IPS screens and ample RAM for general use.
Software Development
7.7
7.2
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 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 G17 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G17 | Dell Inspiron 15 3530 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,399 | $722 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 11.1'' x 1.21'' | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.65'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.17 lbs | 3.64 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.55" | 14.11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.1" | 9.25" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX | Intel i5-1335U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3 Hours | 6.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 320 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.7/10 | 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 | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.8/10 | 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 | 2 | 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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Mark Knapp | October 2023
"The Asus ROG Strix G17 is an attractive but unbalanced gaming laptop. Its potent AMD Ryzen 9 processor excels in 1080p gaming, but playing at 1440p leaves the middling GeForce RTX 4060 GPU shouldering most of the burden. The display is exceptionally colorful, which is handy for content creators, but since this is a gaming laptop it would be better served with improved HDR capabilities. If battery life isn't a priority, the Strix G17 could serve as a designer by day and a gamer by night."
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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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