Dell Inspiron 15 3520 vs Eluktronics RP-15

The Eluktronics RP-15 outshines the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 for general use primarily due to its superior main processor, ample RAM, high-quality screen with greater resolution and color accuracy, and more efficient heat management, despite being less portable and having slightly less battery life. Furthermore, the RP-15's larger storage capacity and better-performing graphics chip bolster its potency for a range of tasks, although it’s noisier and a bit heavier than the Dell Inspiron.

The Dell Inspiron 15 3520's integrated graphics are less capable than the Eluktronics RP-15's dedicated Nvidia GPU for handling gaming and 3D tasks, and while both have IPS screens, the RP-15 offers a higher screen refresh rate, contributing to a smoother visual experience in gaming. The Dell's lower-end CPU also falls short compared to the RP-15's more powerful processor, making the RP-15 more suited for demanding games and applications that require intensive processing power.

The Eluktronics RP-15 is favored for engineering and design tasks due to its more powerful Ryzen 7 processor, double the RAM, and a superior GPU offering enhanced graphics performance compared to the Dell Inspiron 15 3520's i3 processor, less RAM, and integrated graphics. Additionally, the RP-15 boasts a higher resolution and brighter display which is crucial for design accuracy, despite being slightly less portable and having somewhat louder operating noise.

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For general use, a laptop like the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 with fair screen quality probably offers a display that is sufficient in resolution and brightness for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming, but may not stand out in terms of sharpness or color vibrancy. On the other hand, the Eluktronics RP-15's screen, with its very good quality, likely boasts higher resolution and brightness, providing a more crisp and vibrant viewing experience for both general use and detailed work in engineering and design, where color accuracy covering wider color gamuts is crucial. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to their poor refresh rates, meaning less smooth visuals and potentially less enjoyable gaming experiences, despite their resolution and panel type being reasonably adequate.

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Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.