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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is a budget-friendly option and a good choice for general use with decent performance for everyday tasks. However, if you need a laptop with enhanced features such as a longer battery life, better build quality, and advanced security features like a smart card reader and fingerprint scanner, then the Dell Latitude 5530 could be worth the extra investment. The Latitude is better suited for business use and those who need stronger performance for more demanding tasks. It is also more portable due to its slightly lighter weight, making it a good option for travel or commuting. Keep in mind the Latitude's higher cost when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3511
- Good for engineering and design
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5530
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.0
6.3
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
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 5530 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 the Dell Latitude 5530 have screens that offer adequate resolution and brightness, but the panel type might not provide the most vivid colors or viewing angles. Engineering and design tasks require accurate color representation, yet these laptops have only fair performance in important color gamuts, making them less ideal for professionals in those fields. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the low refresh rate of these screens can result in less fluid motion, which is not optimal for fast-paced visuals that such tasks demand.
Battery
6.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5530 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.
Build Quality
6.2
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5530 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
$580
$919
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has a price of $580 and the Dell Latitude 5530 costs $919.
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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
7.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Dell Latitude 5530 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is well-suited for general use due to its capable CPU, substantial RAM, and good screen quality, balanced by its reasonable portability and battery life. The Dell Latitude 5530, on the other hand, offers similar CPU performance, slightly less RAM, and comparable portability, while also providing solid battery life, making it another good option for general usage 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 5530 and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and the Dell Latitude 5530 are fair for gaming and 3D because they both are equipped with integrated Iris Xe Graphics GPUs, which can handle light gaming and some 3D tasks but are not as powerful as dedicated gaming graphics cards. Additionally, both laptops have the same screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is suitable for basic tasks but won't provide the smoothness desired for high-level gaming that benefits from higher refresh rates.
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 5530 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 with its powerful processor, high RAM capacity, and capable integrated graphics suits engineering and design tasks, but the Latitude 5530's newer generation processor and similarly capable integrated graphics give it an edge for such tasks, alongside its features reflecting a premium business laptop, like a higher contrast screen, better build quality, and additional ports such as Thunderbolt 4. While the Inspiron may offer more storage and RAM, making it suitable for demanding applications, the Latitude's added portability and quieter operation make it more friendly for mobile professionals despite its lower storage capacity.
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 5530 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 5530 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
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Dell Latitude 5530 both have good portability.
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How the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and the Dell Latitude 5530 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 15 3511 | Dell Latitude 5530 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$580 | $919 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2021 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.74'' | 14.1'' x 9.2'' x 0.87'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.11" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.27" | 9.19" | |
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" | 15.6" | |
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 | 7.7/10 | |
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 | Yes | |
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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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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