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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525, being significantly less expensive, is budget-friendly and offers decent performance for general use, with average battery life and a portable design. It's equipped with a touch screen for convenience. However, for demanding tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or engineering software, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G, despite being more expensive, has a higher performance capability, more RAM, and a powerful dedicated graphics card. It also has a better build quality, a high-refresh-rate screen for smoother visuals and is designed particularly for gaming and intensive tasks but is less portable due to its larger size and weight. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3525
- Good portability
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17G
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.0
7.5
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 is less suited for gaming and 3D because it has an integrated AMD Vega 7 GPU that offers modest graphics performance and a screen refresh rate of 60Hz, limiting the smoothness in fast-paced games. In contrast, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G boasts a dedicated Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU that provides high-end graphics performance and a 300Hz screen refresh rate for a much smoother visual experience during intense gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.4
7.8
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 is fair for engineering and design use primarily because it comes with a mid-range CPU and GPU and has a standard screen quality. In contrast, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good for these tasks due to its superior CPU and high-end dedicated GPU, coupled with a better display that boasts higher brightness and color coverage, although it is less portable due to its larger size and weight.
Screen Quality
6.3
8.0
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
259.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
282.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When choosing between the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17G, consider that the Inspiron's screen may not be as bright or as high in resolution which is essential for crisp text and clear images in general use, while the Aorus offers better brightness and resolution, enhancing the general viewing experience. For engineering and design tasks, color accuracy is crucial; the Aorus has superior color coverage, which is crucial for precision work where color fidelity matters. However, for gaming and 3D applications, despite the Aorus's strengths, neither laptop has a high refresh rate, which is key for smooth motion and gameplay.
Portability
Good
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 has good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.2
7.4
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has good build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$400
$2,329
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 has a price of $400 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17G costs $2,329.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.0
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
259.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
282.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G and Dell Inspiron 15 3525 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525, with its mid-tier CPU and integrated GPU, suits daily tasks but could struggle with demanding applications, and while it's lightweight and offers decent battery life for better portability, its screen and speaker quality are just satisfactory. In contrast, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G, featuring a powerful CPU and dedicated gaming-grade GPU, excels in performance, has superior screen quality for vivid colors and sharp images, and offers a top-tier keyboard, but it's heavier, and the larger battery doesn't translate to a significantly longer battery life, affecting portability.
Content Creation
7.1
7.5
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G and Dell Inspiron 15 3525 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
6.9
7.2
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte Aorus 17G to be good for software development, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 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.
Battery
6.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has 6 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.
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How the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17G compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Inspiron 15 3525 | Gigabyte Aorus 17G |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$400 | $2,329 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2022 | April 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.75'' | 15.9'' x 10.8'' x 1'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.71 lbs | 5.95 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.11" | 15.9" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.27" | 10.8" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 5625U | Intel i7-11800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 300Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 259 nits | 282 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 6.1/10 | |
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 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Dell Inspiron 15 3525
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Mark Knapp | January 2023
"Dell's Inspiron 15 (3525) is a peppy-enough and affordable-enough home or remote work machine, but it's not very ambitious; it does little to go beyond the basics. More the concern: It’s readily overshadowed by a number of machines that outperform and outclass it. Even if the Inspiron can get the job done today, its competition has the mettle to keep doing the job tomorrow in a way the Inspiron simply can’t promise. Many of its slightly higher-end rivals have to be on sale (and frequently are) to match it on price, but the Inspiron 15 (3525) is outclassed even by some similarly priced options, making it a difficult recommendation."
Gigabyte Aorus 17G
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Sascha Mölck | June 2021
"The Aorus 17G isn't among the top RTX 3080 laptops due to its relatively low TGP of 105 watts. The device's gaming performance is average for an RTX 3080. For maximum performance, competitors like the Lenovo Legion 7 or the Alienware m17 R4 are recommended With the Aorus 17G, Gigabyte delivers a well-rounded gaming laptop. However, the device generates a high noise level. Throttling is not an issue. The CPU and GPU can develop their performance uniformly. Nevertheless, the device produces a lot of noise under load - more than many competitors."
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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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