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If you need a versatile device and often use touchscreen or tablet mode, the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 is a 2-in-1 convertible that offers this functionality, whereas the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 does not. The Inspiron 14 is typically more portable due to its smaller screen and lighter weight, making it a better option for those on the move. Conversely, if you prioritize a larger screen for productivity or entertainment, and you're looking for a more budget-friendly option, the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 provides a solid choice without the 2-in-1 flexibility. Both have comparable performance for general use, but the Inspiron 14 may have an edge if you require higher battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3530
- The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has no clear advantages over the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.1
6.6
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
216.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 for software development, and content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 and 15 3530 offer similar screen quality given their similar panel types, adequate resolution, and brightness, making them suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. However, for engineering and design, where accurate color representation is crucial, both models deliver only fair performance due to limited coverage of professional color gamuts, potentially affecting precision in color-critical work. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates of these laptops may result in less fluid visuals, which is less ideal for high-speed gaming or smooth 3D rendering compared to laptops with higher refresh rates.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has 8 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
7.4
6.2
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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
$779
$722
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a price of $779 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 costs $722.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
7.4
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
216.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Dell Inspiron 15 3530 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 offers a stronger CPU and more storage than the Dell Inspiron 15 3530, which may improve performance for general use activities. However, the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 boasts an impressive battery life and portability score, making it more suitable for users who prioritize long usage times and ease of transport over raw performance and storage space.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.3
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
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 3530 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435, with integrated Vega 8 graphics, can handle gaming and 3D applications, but it has a standard refresh rate which may affect smoother gameplay, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 includes Intel Iris Xe graphics with a higher screen refresh rate, offering improved fluidity in games but with potentially lower graphic intensive performance. Both models feature IPS screens ensuring good color quality and viewing angles, yet neither is equipped with top-tier GPUs usually recommended for intensive gaming, underlining their capabilities as suitable but not optimal for gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.1
6.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 to be good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 offers a robust CPU, the AMD Ryzen 7 7730U, along with ample RAM and an integrated Vega 8 GPU, all of which contribute to high performance for engineering and design tasks, complemented by a high-quality screen. The Dell Inspiron 15 3530, with a capable but less powerful Intel i5-1335U CPU and Intel Iris Xe graphics, still supports demanding applications, but its advantage in portability may appeal to users who need to balance performance with the convenience of movement.
Content Creation
7.6
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Dell Inspiron 15 3530 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
7.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 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 3530 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
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 | Dell Inspiron 15 3530 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$779 | $722 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.9'' x 0.73'' | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.65'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.48 lbs | 3.64 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 14.11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.92" | 9.25" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | Intel i5-1335U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 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 | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 216 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 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 | 1080p | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
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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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