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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you prioritize saving money and primarily need a laptop for basic tasks like web browsing and document editing, the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is the more economical choice. However, the Dell Inspiron 15 3511, while more expensive, offers considerably better performance for intensive tasks like engineering software, graphics work, or multitasking with its more powerful processor and greater memory. The Dell also typically has a better display and battery capacity, which might be important if you prefer a crisper image and longer use without charging. The ASUS, being lighter in weight, is more portable than the slightly heavier Dell. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 15
- Good overall build quality
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3511
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
Key differences
General Use
5.6
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
230.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.5 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has limited internal storage, less RAM, a lower quality CPU, and a TN screen that doesn't display colors as vividly, which, despite its lighter weight and solid battery life, makes it less suitable for general use compared to the Dell Inspiron 15 3511. In contrast, the Dell model boasts a more powerful CPU, significantly higher RAM and storage for efficient multitasking and data handling, an IPS screen with superior color reproduction, and better speaker quality, though it's slightly heavier and has marginally less battery life.
Gaming and AI
5.5
6.2
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has Intel UHD Graphics 600 which is less capable for gaming and 3D applications compared to the Intel Iris Xe graphics in the Dell Inspiron 15 3511, which delivers better performance in these areas. Both laptops have similar screen refresh rates, but the Dell's stronger graphics and its IPS display, which generally offers better quality than the ASUS's TN panel, make it more suitable for gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
5.4
7.0
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15, with its basic Intel Celeron processor and Intel UHD Graphics, falls short in CPU and GPU performance necessary for demanding engineering and design tasks, while its TN panel offers lower screen quality compared to better options. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 boasts a more powerful Intel i5 processor and Intel Iris Xe graphics, alongside a superior IPS display, making it well-suited for such work.
Content Creation
5.7
7.5
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
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
5.9
7.3
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
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
5.2
6.0
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
230.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a clear and vibrant display for everyday tasks, the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 with its fair screen offers a better experience than the ASUS Vivobook Go 15, which has a lower-quality display that may appear less sharp and dim. For engineering and design work that relies on color accuracy, the Dell's fair screen has an edge over the ASUS, but both may not cover professional color gamuts fully, affecting color-sensitive tasks. Lastly, the ASUS might not suit fast-paced 3D applications or gaming as well as the Dell, due to a less responsive screen with potentially lower refresh rates and resolution, which are important for a smooth visual experience.
Build Quality
7.0
6.2
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 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
$240
$580
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a price of $240 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 costs $580.
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Key similarities
Battery
7.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has 7 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
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 both have good portability.
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How the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook Go 15 | Dell Inspiron 15 3511 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$240 | $580 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2022 | January 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.71'' | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.46 lbs | 3.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.18" | 14.11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.31" | 9.27" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 64 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 6.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 230 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 480p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 0 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Josh Brown | January 2024
"The Asus Vivobook Go 15 is a good option if you’re looking for one device to tackle a bunch of smaller problems. For simple school studies, portable evening entertainment or distractions, and getting household admin or light office workloads out of the way, it’s a great little package with respectable battery life, and a great contender for the advent of cloud gaming."
Dell Inspiron 15 3511
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Zachary Cuevas | November 2021
"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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