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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 is more than just a laptop; it transforms into a tablet, enhancing its versatility for on-the-go use and creative tasks. It has a higher quality display which could enhance your viewing experience. With its lightweight and compact design, it offers increased portability, but this comes at a higher cost. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is less expensive and features a larger screen, providing a more comfortable view for extended work sessions, but it lacks the 2-in-1 functionality. This one may better suit users seeking a traditional laptop experience and needing to manage a tighter budget. Both laptops have similar storage capacities and operating systems, but different processors, so consider if you prioritize AMD over Intel, or vice versa, based on your specific application needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3511
- The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has no clear advantages over the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.1
6.0
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
216.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
230.0 nits
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 have similar screen quality.
For general use, both the Dell Inspiron 14 and Inspiron 15 have panels that provide adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming, but they may lack the crispness and vibrancy found in higher-end displays. In engineering and design, their screens may not cover the wider color gamuts like DCI-P3 or Adobe RGB fully, which could limit color accuracy for professional editing work. Meanwhile, lower refresh rates on these models can hinder the smoothness demanded by gaming and 3D applications, where faster screens can greatly enhance the visual experience.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has 8 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.
Build Quality
7.4
6.2
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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
$779
$560
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a price of $779 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 costs $560.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
7.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
216.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
230.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 is well-suited for general use due to its lighter weight, higher battery life, and very good keyboard, making it easily portable and comfortable for long typing sessions; its touch screen and 2-in-1 functionality add versatility, though its smaller screen may be a trade-off for some users.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
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 Inpsiron 14 7435 and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 are both fair for gaming and 3D applications because they share a standard screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is adequate but not optimal for fast-paced gaming. The graphics are powered by integrated GPUs — AMD Ryzen 7 7730U Vega 8 for the Inspiron 14 7435 and Intel i5-1135G7 Iris Xe for the Inspiron 15 3511 — which can handle moderate gaming but may struggle with more demanding titles.
Engineering and Design
7.1
7.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435, with its AMD Ryzen 7 processor and Vega 8 GPU, offers a balance of power and efficiency for engineering and design tasks, complemented by a high-resolution 16:10 aspect ratio screen that enhances multitasking and productivity. Meanwhile, the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 features a slightly larger screen, more RAM for demanding workloads, and an Intel Iris Xe graphics unit, providing robust performance for design applications, though its lower resolution and conventional aspect ratio are less optimal for detailed work.
Content Creation
7.6
7.5
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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
7.4
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 to have very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 | Dell Inspiron 15 3511 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$779 | $560 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.9'' x 0.73'' | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.48 lbs | 3.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 14.11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.92" | 9.27" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 6.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 216 nits | 230 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 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 | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Shopping
Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
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Eric Grevstad | August 2023
"We see no shame in an economy laptop missing the four-star mark. Frankly, we considered giving the Inspiron 14 2-in-1 three-and-a-half stars for its low price, competitive performance, and long battery life. Unfortunately, working with a screen that can't deliver at least 300 nits of brightness is simply no fun to the point of detrimental. Still, if you're looking for a convertible laptop on a tight budget, it's worth keeping an eye on Dell's sales and discounts. That Lavender Blue model is fairly tempting."
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 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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