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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 offers better graphics with an Intel Iris Xe card versus the Lenovo V15's Vega 7, which may be more suitable for tasks that require graphics performance like video editing or casual gaming. The Lenovo V15 has a solid-state drive, which could provide faster data access speeds and improved overall performance. However, the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has a larger solid-state drive, which could be an advantage if you need more storage capacity. In terms of build quality and durability, the Dell seems to provide a sturdier, more premium feel, while the Lenovo is more budget-oriented. The Dell also runs Windows 11 Home, and if you are looking for a machine with a more consumer-friendly operating system, it may be preferable over the Lenovo V15, which runs Windows 11 Pro that is more tailored for business environments. One major consideration is the display technology: the Dell has an IPS screen, which generally provides better viewing angles and color reproduction compared to the TN panel on the Lenovo V15. Therefore, if the quality of the display is important to you, the Dell may be the better choice. On the flip side, the Lenovo V15 has better battery life, making it more suitable for use on the go. Overall, your choice should depend on what features are most important for your specific needs, whether it's graphics performance, storage, display quality, build quality, or battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3511
- Good for engineering and design
Advantages of the Lenovo V15
- The Lenovo V15 has no clear advantages over the Dell Inspiron 15 3511.
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.0
6.3
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo V15 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is a better fit for engineering and design uses largely due to its superior RAM capacity and higher quality IPS display, which contribute to smoother multitasking and better screen fidelity over Lenovo V15's offerings, which include lesser RAM and a lower-tier TN panel.
Screen Quality
6.0
5.4
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
230.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Dell Inspiron's fair screen quality can be attributed to its adequate resolution and brightness, making it comfortable for a variety of tasks like browsing and watching videos, while the Lenovo V15 lags due to lower brightness and sharpness. In engineering and design, the Dell's fair quality is due to somewhat accurate color representation, which is crucial for precise work, but isn't suitable for high-end tasks that the Lenovo V15's poor color gamut would struggle with even more. When it comes to gaming and 3D work, the Dell Inspiron's poor performance is due to a lower refresh rate, which affects how smoothly visuals are displayed, a factor even more pronounced in the Lenovo V15, along with both having mediocre resolution and panel quality that also detract from detailed and immersive experiences.
Battery
6.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo V15 has 8 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
6.7
The Lenovo V15 and Dell Inspiron 15 3511 both have only fair build quality, though the Lenovo V15 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
230.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Lenovo V15 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 is equipped with a higher-end CPU and double the RAM of the Lenovo V15, which makes it a stronger performer for multitasking and more demanding applications; it also has a higher-resolution IPS display, offering better screen quality for general use. In contrast, the Lenovo V15, while having a more modest CPU and less RAM, offers a longer battery life and is slightly more portable owing to its lighter weight and more compact design.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.1
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
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Lenovo V15 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Lenovo V15 are both considered fair options for gaming and 3D tasks mainly because, while they have integrated GPUs that are capable of running less demanding games and 3D applications, their screen refresh rates are standard at 60Hz which can limit the gaming experience when compared to screens with higher refresh rates.
Content Creation
7.5
7.3
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Lenovo V15 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
7.1
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Lenovo V15 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
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Lenovo V15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$526
$519
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The Dell Inspiron 15 3511 has a price of $526 and the Lenovo V15 costs $519.
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How the Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and the Lenovo V15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 15 3511 | Lenovo V15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$526 | $519 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2021 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.74'' | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.11" | 14.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.27" | 9.3" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1135G7 | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 38 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 230 nits | 231 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 6.8/10 | |
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 | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 480p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
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."
Lenovo V15
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Marvin Gollor | April 2022
"The strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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