If you're looking for a powerhouse suitable for gaming, 3D design, or machine learning, the ASUS ROG Strix may be your choice, albeit at a higher cost and with less portability. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron offers a more budget-friendly option for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing with better ease of carrying around and likely longer battery life, but it won't handle demanding software as efficiently. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024)
Very good for general use
Excellent for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
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 3520
Good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.7/10
6.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
259.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18, with its powerful CPU and ample RAM, delivers superior performance and screen quality for demanding tasks, which makes it very good for general use, but might fall short on battery life and portability due to its gaming-focused design. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 offers a balance suitable for less intensive applications with reasonable screen quality and battery life, ensuring fair performance for general use but may not handle more rigorous tasks as smoothly, and the build quality could affect keyboard and speaker experience.
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
6.0/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
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 G18 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 boasts a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth gaming experiences and rendering 3D graphics; whereas the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 has less graphical power and a lower refresh rate, making it less suitable for demanding gaming and 3D applications but still serviceable for less graphically-intensive tasks. Although the CPUs and screen quality of both are significant for overall performance and visual clarity, the importance of the GPU and refresh rate takes precedence in gaming and 3D scenarios.
Engineering and Design
9.2/10
6.3/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is excellent for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 stands out for engineering and design due to its more powerful CPU, larger RAM, and superior GPU, which enable smooth handling of demanding software, and a high-quality screen that offers better visual clarity for detailed work. Conversely, the Dell Inspiron 15 3520, while serviceable for lighter tasks, may struggle with intensive applications and intricate designs because of its less robust internals and lower screen resolution, making it a budget-friendly option but less suitable for rigorous engineering demands.
Content Creation
8.8/10
7.0/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 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
8.5/10
6.7/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for software development, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 is only fair.
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
8.7/10
6.8/10
18.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
259.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers a clear, sharp display with high resolution and brightness, making it ideal for day-to-day tasks and multimedia consumption. Engineers and designers would benefit from the ASUS's wide color gamut, providing accurate color reproduction necessary for precise work. However, gamers might find the ASUS's lower refresh rate less suitable for fast-paced games, while the Dell's offerings, despite having a fair screen for daily tasks and professional design, won't deliver as vibrant visuals or as smooth an experience in gaming and 3D applications.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 15 3520 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
18.0in
SIZE
15.6in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Inspiron 15 3520 has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
6.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has good build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,203
$335
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has a price of $2,203 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 costs $335.
"With the ROG Strix G18, Asus has made an almost consistently good debut in the still quite new 18-inch laptop segment. The base unit case shows a few signs of weakness in the area of stability and is something which has an effect on the perceived quality of the input devices (the chassis tends to rattle a bit). Nevertheless, thanks to generous port features (incl. Thunderbolt 4), a striking design, and extensive lighting (keyboard, LED strip on the front), gamers get a fitting gaming platform."
"Dell's Inspiron 15 (3525) is a peppy-enough and affordable-enough home or remote work machine, but it's not very ambitious; it does little to go beyond the basics. More the concern: It’s readily overshadowed by a number of machines that outperform and outclass it. Even if the Inspiron can get the job done today, its competition has the mettle to keep doing the job tomorrow in a way the Inspiron simply can’t promise. Plus, those alternatives are much more enjoyable after work."
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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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