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Updated January 16, 2024·
You've mentioned the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is often more expensive than the Dell Inspiron 15 3511, so here's what you should consider: If you need higher performance for tasks like video editing or gaming, the Inspiron 14 Plus usually offers better speed and graphics capabilities, making the extra cost worthwhile. However, if you prioritize a larger screen and are mainly using your laptop for regular activities such as browsing the internet, working with documents, or watching videos, the Inspiron 15 3511 might be a more cost-effective choice. Additionally, a larger screen size can typically result in less portability, so if you're frequently on the move, you may appreciate the smaller size of the Inspiron 14 Plus. Keep in mind, with a more powerful laptop, battery life can sometimes be shorter, so if long battery life is crucial, the Inspiron 15 3511 may be more suitable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
- Good overall display quality
- 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 Inspiron 14 Plus.
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.8
7.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 are both good for engineering and design, though the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is suitable for engineering and design due to its high-performance CPU, sufficient RAM, and integrated graphics that can support basic 3D tasks, along with a more color-accurate, high-resolution screen. In comparison, the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 also has a capable CPU and double the RAM for more intensive multitasking, but the screen quality is not as high, which may affect design work that relies on color precision.
Screen Quality
7.0
6.0
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
326.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
230.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you primarily use your laptop for everyday tasks like browsing and office apps, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus with its superior resolution and brightness will offer a clearer and more vibrant display. However, if your work involves precision in colors for tasks like photo editing, engineering, and design, the Inspiron 14 Plus would be advantageous again due to its better coverage of professional color gamuts ensuring greater color accuracy. But for those who are into 3D gaming where fast-paced visuals are crucial, neither laptop would be ideal as both have poor refresh rates, although the Inspiron 14 Plus might still provide a slightly better experience due to its higher resolution and panel quality.
Build Quality
7.4
6.2
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 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
$808
$580
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a price of $808 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 costs $580.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.6
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
326.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
230.0 nits
6.0 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 Inspiron 14 Plus and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is suitable for general use because of its better CPU and screen quality, which results in stronger performance and a more vibrant display, but it has slightly less portability and battery life compared to the Dell Inspiron 15 3511. The Inspiron 15 3511, while also good for general use, trades off some screen color fidelity and CPU power for a bit more RAM and better heat management, making it a solid choice if multitasking and cooler operation are priorities.
Gaming and AI
6.6
6.2
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2240 x 1400
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 Inspiron 14 Plus and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is better suited for gaming and 3D tasks, thanks to its more powerful Intel i7 processor and higher screen quality indicated by greater color space coverage, which enhances visual experiences in gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has a less powerful i5 processor and lower screen color space coverage, still capable but less ideal for gaming and 3D purposes.
Content Creation
7.9
7.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 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
7.7
7.3
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 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 Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 14 Plus to have very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has good portability.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 Plus | Dell Inspiron 15 3511 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$808 | $580 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2022 | January 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 3.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 14.11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 9.27" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 6.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 326 nits | 230 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 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 | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 0 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
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Allen Ngo | August 2022
"The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is for power users on a budget. If you're looking to maximize CPU and GPU performance on your next 14-inch laptop, then consider the pricier Razer Blade 14 or Asus Zephyrus G14. If you're looking for a thin-and-light 14-inch Ultrabook, then the Asus Zenbook 14 or LG Gram 14 may be better options. For the best of both worlds, however, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420 rides a fine line between extreme performance and portability while keeping prices at reasonable levels. Frequent travelers who rely on performance beyond what the Core U-series and integrated graphics series can offer will find the Dell to be a solid solution."
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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