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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Dell Latitude 5330, both are from the same lower midrange category but the Latitude 5330 is somewhat more expensive. The Inspiron 15 3511 offers a larger 15.6-inch screen and typically has more storage, while the Latitude 5330 has a smaller 13.3-inch display but comes with a better battery life. The Latitude is also more portable due to its lighter weight. In terms of performance, both have similar processors and integrated graphics capabilities. The Latitude 5330 runs Windows 11 Pro and comes with extra features such as a fingerprint reader and smart card reader, reflecting its orientation towards business users, whereas the Inspiron runs Windows 11 Home and lacks these features, positioning it more for general use. Ultimately, if portability and business features are important, you might lean towards the Latitude 5330, whereas if a larger screen and affordability are priorities, the Inspiron 15 3511 would be more suitable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3511
- Good for engineering and design
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.0
6.3
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
230.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 for general use, and engineering and design.
For general use, both the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Dell Latitude 5330 offer screens with adequate resolution, panel quality, and brightness, ensuring that typical activities like browsing and document editing are clear and visible. However, when it comes to engineering and design tasks, both models may lack wide color gamuts, limiting the precision in color-sensitive work which is crucial for professional photo editing or graphic design. As for gaming and 3D, their lower refresh rates mean they're less suited for fast-paced action or smooth rendering, which can detract from an immersive experience and may not satisfy the needs of enthusiasts or professionals in these fields.
Battery
6.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 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
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5330 has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.2
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5330 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
$510
$849
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has a price of $510 and the Dell Latitude 5330 costs $849.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
230.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Dell Latitude 5330 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is noted for its ample storage and memory which makes it suitable for a range of everyday tasks, and its larger screen with decent quality is good for general use, though it is less portable and has a shorter battery life. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5330 offers stronger portability due to its lighter weight and longer battery life, comes with a higher-quality screen and build, and although it has less storage and memory, it provides enough power for general tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and the Dell Latitude 5330 are considered fair for gaming and 3D tasks primarily because both have integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics that provide moderate power suitable for light gaming and 3D applications. Additionally, both laptops have standard 60Hz screen refresh rates, which are adequate for casual use but may not deliver the smoothest experience for fast-paced gaming or high-frame-rate content.
Engineering and Design
7.0
6.9
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 15 3511 to be good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is equipped with more RAM and has a larger screen, which is beneficial for multitasking and detailed design work, but it is heavier, reducing portability compared to the lighter Dell Latitude 5330, which also has a brighter and higher pixel density display for sharper images. The Latitude 5330, with its higher screen brightness and quality, portability, and newer CPU, may offer a better balance for on-the-go engineers and designers who need good display quality and mobility.
Content Creation
7.5
7.4
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Dell Latitude 5330 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
7.3
7.3
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 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.
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How the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and the Dell Latitude 5330 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Inspiron 15 3511 | Dell Latitude 5330 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$510 | $849 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2021 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.74'' | 12'' x 8.2'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 2.65 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.11" | 12.04" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.27" | 8.17" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1135G7 | Intel i5-1245U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 58 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 230 nits | 286 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 0 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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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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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