When choosing between the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and the Dell Inspiron 15 3511, if you're looking for high performance and an exceptional display, the ASUS offers an OLED screen with higher resolution and more vibrant colors, complemented by a powerful CPU that's well-suited for intensive tasks such as 3D work, machine learning, or gaming. However, this comes at a higher price point and with a considerable weight which may affect portability. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron provides a more wallet-friendly option with decent performance suitable for general use and lighter engineering software, accompanied by a longer battery life and slightly lighter design which improves portability, though at the sacrifice of screen quality and overall performance. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3511
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED.
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
6.2/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is superior for gaming and 3D applications largely due to its higher screen refresh rate, which provides smoother visuals, and because it has a gaming laptop appearance, indicating a design optimized for these purposes.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
7.0/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is good.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED stands out with its high-end CPU and OLED screen for vibrant colors and high contrast, better suited for CPU-intensive engineering tasks and design works requiring color accuracy; however, the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 offers more RAM, which can be advantageous for handling large or multiple projects at once but has a less powerful CPU and standard IPS display.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.5/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 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
7.9/10
7.3/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 are both good for software development, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is somewhat better.
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
8.9/10
6.0/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
600.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
230.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS Vivobook's OLED display offers clearer images and more vibrant colors, making it superior to the Dell's regular LED display, which has a lower contrast ratio and less vivid colors. The ASUS is more suitable for engineering and design tasks due to its wider color gamut coverage, which ensures more accurate color reproduction compared to the Dell Inspiron. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the ASUS's lower refresh rate means it isn't as smooth in displaying fast-moving images as other laptops designed with higher refresh rates specifically for those high-intensity visual tasks.
Build Quality
7.2/10
6.2/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED 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
$990
$580
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a price of $990 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 costs $580.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED with its latest-gen processor and high-resolution OLED screen delivers robust performance and vibrant display quality, making it well-suited for a variety of tasks and enjoyable media consumption, although at a slight tradeoff in battery life compared to the Dell Inspiron 15 3511. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 offers more RAM for smooth multitasking and good general performance, which along with its solid build and quiet operation, can be better for users looking for a stable workhorse that's easy on the ears and can handle numerous applications at once.
Battery
7.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED 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
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 compare to other laptops
"The Asus Vivobook S 15 OLED excels as a capable work machine at an affordable price. It offers commendable performance, thanks to its 12th Gen Intel chip, delivers quality on-screen entertainment with its 15.6-inch OLED display, and can (kind of) get you through a full day of work. Oh, and its special Asus Antibacterial Guard is a nice touch for those who like a clean laptop."
"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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