If you prioritize performance for engineering tasks and are willing to spend more, the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 with its advanced Intel i7 processor may suit you. However, it is not as portable as other options. The Dell Inspiron 15 3530, being less expensive, offers good general usability with an i5 processor and is lighter, making it more portable. It's better for everyday tasks and possibly some light engineering work. The ASUS stands out for its dual-screen feature, which can be a significant advantage for multitasking, but it comes with a higher cost and less battery life compared to the Dell. The Dell Inspiron, while more affordable and with better battery life, lacks the dual-screen and the premium build quality of the ASUS Zenbook Duo. Choose the ASUS for intensive multitasking and engineering, or the Dell for general use, ease of carrying, and longer use on a single charge. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good speakers
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3530
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.8/10
6.6/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
314.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 for general use, and engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
When selecting a laptop for general use, the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14's high-resolution, bright display will provide a more pleasant and clear viewing experience compared to the Dell Inspiron 15 3530's fair screen quality. For engineering and design professionals who require precise color representation, the ASUS with its superior color gamut coverage will ensure more accurate designs. However, gamers and those involved in 3D work would not find the Zenbook Duo 14 ideal due to its lower refresh rate, while the Dell, despite a fair resolution and panel type, also falls short for these high-motion activities.
Battery
8.5 Hours
6.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
6.2/10
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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
$999
$699
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a price of $999 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 costs $699.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 offers more vibrant colors with a higher brightness display and a longer battery life, making it suitable for users seeking a vivid screen and less frequent charging. However, the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 outperforms with double the RAM, which translates to smoother multitasking and performance for general use tasks, although with a shorter battery span and slightly reduced screen quality.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
6.3/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a lower screen refresh rate of 60Hz and shares the integrated Iris Xe graphics with the Dell Inspiron 15 3530, but the Dell offers a higher refresh rate of 120Hz, making it smoother for gaming and 3D applications. Both laptops have integrated graphics which are less powerful than dedicated GPUs, affecting their ability to handle very demanding gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
6.9/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both only fair for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.3/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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
7.0/10
7.2/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 to have very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ZenBook Duo's second screen is like the Apple Touch Bar, but better. Most would agree that having two screens instead of one can really boost productivity and the ZenBook Duo is no different in this regard. It's tough going back to just one screen after becoming accustomed to spacious dual-screen setups. For a laptop form factor, however, users will have to accept some compromises. Firstly, weight is the most obvious drawback as the system is several hundred grams heavier than a regular ZenBook 14. Additionally, colors on the second screen will not be as vivid as the main display."
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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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