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Updated January 12, 2024·
Since you're considering the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and the Gigabyte G5, and cost is a concern, be aware that the Dell Inspiron is generally more affordable and may suffice for everyday tasks like web browsing, office work, and media consumption. Meanwhile, the Gigabyte G5, while typically more expensive, offers stronger performance that caters to gaming, graphic design, and video editing. The Dell Inspiron is likely to be lighter and more portable, possibly with longer battery life, but the Gigabyte G5's higher specs mean it can handle more demanding applications better, albeit with potential tradeoffs in battery life and portability. Consider your primary usage: if it's casual usage, the Dell may fit your needs at a lower cost; for more intensive tasks, the Gigabyte might be worth the extra investment. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3511
- Good for software development
- Good battery life
Advantages of the Gigabyte G5
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2
7.3
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte G5 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 offers fair gaming and 3D experiences because it is equipped with an integrated Intel GPU and supports a standard screen refresh rate, while the Gigabyte G5 is considered good for these tasks as it includes a dedicated Nvidia GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, which are very important factors for smooth graphics and gaming performance.
Engineering and Design
7.0
7.6
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Gigabyte G5 and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 are both good for engineering and design, though the Gigabyte G5 is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 boasts ample RAM and a solid CPU, suitable for multitasking in engineering and design applications; its integrated graphics and vibrant screen cater well to design tasks. On the other hand, the Gigabyte G5 steps up with a high-performance dedicated GPU and a higher refresh rate display, which benefits engineering simulations and design work demanding more graphics power.
Software Development
7.3
6.8
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is good for software development, while the Gigabyte G5 is only fair.
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.
Screen Quality
6.0
6.8
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
230.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has a better screen than the Gigabyte G5 for software development, and content creation, while the Gigabyte G5 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511, with its moderate resolution and brightness, offers a satisfactory display for daily tasks like browsing and document editing but may not stand out in color accuracy or vibrancy for professional work in engineering and design. The Gigabyte G5, while similarly equipped for everyday use, also doesn't provide the wider color gamuts that are crucial for accurately previewing designs and rendering. Both lack the high refresh rates needed for smooth visuals in gaming and 3D applications, meaning action scenes or fast-paced animations won't be as fluid or immersive as on specialized gaming laptops.
Battery
6.5 Hours
3.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte G5 has 3.5 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
6.2
7.2
The Gigabyte G5 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
$918
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has a price of $510 and the Gigabyte G5 costs $918.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
230.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.5 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Gigabyte G5 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511, with more RAM and higher battery life, offers smoother multitasking and longer unplugged usage, making it good for general use, while the Gigabyte G5, though it has a superior CPU and GPU for tasks like gaming, has less RAM and a significantly shorter battery life, which might make it only fair for general use despite its potential in performance-intensive tasks.
Content Creation
7.5
7.2
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Gigabyte G5 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Gigabyte G5 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and the Gigabyte G5 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 15 3511 | Gigabyte G5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$510 | $918 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2021 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.74'' | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.89'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 4.19 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.11" | 14.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.27" | 9.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1135G7 | Intel i5-12500H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 54 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 | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 230 nits | 248 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Dell Inspiron 15 3511
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PCMag
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."
Gigabyte G5
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Vaidyanathan Subramaniam | April 2023
"The Gigabyte G5 KE is a midrange gaming laptop that checks most boxes. Gigabyte makes good use of the Core i5-12500H and RTX 3060 Laptop GPU combo, and we find no untoward issues with overall performance. The dual-fan quad-heatpipe cooling arrangement does well to ensure that the underlying hardware doesn't throttle under load. That being said, the display is below par when compared to 2023 standards, especially when competing devices."
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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.
About Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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