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Updated January 12, 2024·
Without further details on the specific HP 14" Laptop model, I can offer some general advice. If the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 typically commands a higher price, it may offer better performance or features, such as a more powerful processor, larger screen, or additional storage. On the other hand, the HP 14" Laptop could be more portable due to its smaller size, which could be a significant advantage if you travel frequently or have limited space. Battery life might also be better with the HP due to its possibly lower power consumption. Consider if you prioritize performance and larger display over portability and potentially longer battery life when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3511
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
Advantages of the HP 14" Laptop
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.6
6.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
230.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is good for general use, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511, with more RAM and a larger screen, offers better multitasking and a more immersive display experience compared to the HP 14" Laptop, which excels in portability due to its smaller size and lighter weight. While the HP 14" boasts a longer battery life, the Dell provides higher storage capacity, contributing to its classification as good versus fair for general use.
Engineering and Design
7.0
6.0
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is good for engineering and design, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is more suitable for engineering and design due to its higher RAM which facilitates multitasking and more complex tasks; it also offers a dedicated graphics unit with its GPU, providing better handling of graphics-intensive applications. On the other hand, the HP 14" Laptop, while more portable, has less RAM and relies on integrated graphics, which can be limiting for demanding engineering software and multitasking needs.
Content Creation
7.5
7.0
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and HP 14" Laptop are both good for content creation, though the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
6.0
6.3
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
230.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has a better screen than the HP 14" Laptop for software development, and content creation, while the HP 14" Laptop has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
For general use, both the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and HP 14" Laptop screens provide adequate resolution and brightness, offering a comfortable viewing experience for activities like browsing and video streaming, albeit not the highest quality. In engineering and design, where precise colors matter, they fall short due to limited color gamut coverage, which means they won't display the full spectrum of colors professionals often require. As for 3D and gaming, the lower refresh rates of these laptops may result in less smooth visuals, a crucial aspect for fast-paced action and rendering movement, while the resolution and panel type offer only basic immersion and viewing angles.
Battery
6.5 Hours
8.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The HP 14" Laptop has 8.5 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
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 14" Laptop has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$560
$414
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has a price of $560 and the HP 14" Laptop costs $414.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.2
5.8
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
8.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 15 3511 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 14" Laptop is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and the HP 14" Laptop are fair for gaming and 3D because they both feature integrated graphics—Intel Iris Xe and AMD Vega 7 respectively, which can handle light gaming and basic 3D tasks, but are not optimal for intense gaming experiences. Additionally, both have a standard screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is adequate for casual gaming, but lacks the smoothness desired by competitive gamers.
Software Development
7.3
6.8
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 15 3511 to be good for software development, while the HP 14" Laptop 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.
Build Quality
6.2
6.0
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and HP 14" Laptop both have only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and the HP 14" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 15 3511 | HP 14" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$560 | $414 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2021 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.74'' | 12.8'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 3.22 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.11" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.27" | 8.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1135G7 | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 8 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 | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
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 | 265 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 8.3/10 | |
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 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 0 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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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Nicholas De Leon | October 2022
"This feels like an ideal laptop for someone who doesn’t want to spend a lot of money on a laptop and isn’t too bothered by things like build quality or construction. It’s a laptop that will be used to pay bills, keep track of expenses, do some online shopping, and will be tucked away in a spare bedroom/home office. It’s an appliance designed to do a job without fuss. It’s not a premium experience—the materials do feel a little cheap, the display won’t exactly wow you, and the battery life is nothing to write home about, especially if you’ve used more expensive devices. But overall it’s not too shabby, especially for the price."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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