If you prioritize a higher quality display with vibrant colors for creative work or media consumption, the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED would be a great fit with its OLED screen. On the other hand, if cost is a major concern and you need a laptop with longer battery life for everyday tasks, the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is more affordable and may suit your needs. The ASUS is more expensive but offers a better display and a high-quality build, while the Dell offers a larger screen and is more budget-friendly but with standard display quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3511
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED.
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
7.0/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 are both good for engineering and design, though the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is somewhat better.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED's higher-resolution OLED screen, fast CPU, and Iris Xe graphics make it suitable for tasks requiring high visual fidelity and processing power, like design and engineering work, although it has less RAM than the Dell Inspiron 15 3511. The Inspiron, meanwhile, offers a larger screen and more RAM, which is beneficial for multitasking and complex projects, but its lower-resolution IPS display and lesser screen quality make it less ideal for tasks where color accuracy and detail are paramount.
Screen Quality
8.6/10
6.0/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
376.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
230.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
If you prioritize a vibrant and sharp display for everyday tasks and detailed work in engineering or design, the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED, with its high resolution and OLED technology, will offer richer colors and deeper blacks than the Dell Inspiron 15. The ASUS's OLED panel exceeds in color reproduction, making it suitable for professionals who require precision in color-critical applications like photo editing or CAD work. However, for enthusiasts in gaming or 3D rendering, the Dell might be preferable due to the ASUS's lower refresh rate, which can affect the smoothness of fast-moving visuals despite its superior resolution and panel type.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
6.2/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X 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.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is preferred for general use because of its higher screen resolution, OLED panel offering vivid colors and deep blacks, and its lighter and slimmer design for easier portability, despite having a smaller storage capacity and less RAM compared to the Dell Inspiron 15 3511.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
6.2/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a higher screen refresh rate that may offer a smoother gaming and 3D experience but shares a similar GPU performance with the Dell Inspiron 15 3511, making both fair for gaming and 3D tasks. While the Zenbook's OLED screen can provide better visual quality, both laptops' somewhat similar CPU and GPU capabilities are the limiting factors for intensive gaming or 3D applications.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.5/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 are both good for content creation.
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
7.5/10
7.3/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 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.
Battery
6.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has 6 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.
Cost
$575
$580
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a price of $575 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 costs $580.
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How the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 compare to other laptops
"While one of the more budget-friendly configurations of the Asus Zenbook 14X OLED may make a compelling case as a top value pick, it’s difficult to be disappointed with the more expensive model we reviewed here. At its core, for all models, it’s a luxury-built laptop with extreme portability and a gorgeous OLED display. Our unit rocks with a snappy Core i9 processor for getting real work done, and the discrete GPU—even if it has a clear power ceiling—is a bonus for creative pros."
"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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