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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 generally offers affordability and is suitable for everyday use, light productivity tasks, and streaming, with reasonable battery life for on-the-go activities. The MSI Titan GT77, however, is a high-performance laptop primarily designed for gaming, engineering simulations, and 3D rendering, characterized by its powerful hardware; but it comes with a higher price tag and is bulkier, making it less portable. Battery life on gaming laptops like the MSI is typically shorter due to the demanding components. Therefore, if you require top-tier performance for complex tasks and don't mind the additional cost and reduced mobility, the MSI Titan GT77 may be the better option. On the other hand, if you're looking for a more budget-friendly, portable option for everyday tasks, consider the Dell Inspiron 15 3525. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3525
- Good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Titan GT77
- Very good for general use
- Best in class for engineering and design
- Best in class for gaming and AI
- Excellent for software development
- Excellent for content creation
- Best in class overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0
8.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
259.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
602.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.5/10
The MSI Titan GT77 is very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525, with modest CPU and RAM, a standard IPS display, and a lighter build, is adequate for general use but may not handle heavy multitasking as smoothly, offering good portability and a decent battery life. The MSI Titan GT77, equipped with a high-end CPU, ample RAM, and a superior Mini LED display, excels in general use with remarkable screen quality and performance power at the cost of being heavier and less portable with lower battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.0
10.0
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The MSI Titan GT77 is best in class for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 offers moderate gaming capabilities with its integrated AMD graphics and standard refresh rate screen, while the MSI Titan GT77, equipped with a high-end Nvidia graphics card and a much higher refresh rate display, is optimized for top-tier gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
6.4
10.0
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
The MSI Titan GT77 is best in class for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 is only fair.
The MSI Titan GT77 outshines the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 in engineering and design use because it has a more powerful CPU, the Intel i9-13980HX, substantially more RAM, and a high-end Nvidia RTX 4080 GPU, while the Dell model uses a mid-range AMD Ryzen CPU and integrated Vega 7 graphics. Also, the MSI Titan offers a Mini LED display with higher resolution and brightness, providing better screen quality, but it's much heavier and less portable than the Dell Inspiron, which also has a lower-quality IPS display and less computing power, making it fair for such tasks.
Content Creation
7.1
9.1
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
8.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The MSI Titan GT77 is excellent for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 is good.
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
9.1
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
The MSI Titan GT77 is excellent 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.
Screen Quality
6.3
9.7
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
259.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
602.0 nits
The MSI Titan GT77 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize excellent screen detail and vibrant colors for tasks such as document editing or watching videos, the MSI Titan GT77's superior resolution and panel type offer a sharp and bright display that stands out for general use. For professionals engaged in engineering or design work where precise color representation is crucial, the MSI Titan's wide color gamut coverage ensures accurate color fidelity. However, if your main interest lies in gaming or 3D applications, you may find both laptops falling short due to their lower refresh rates, which are less optimal for the smooth visuals required in fast-paced gaming scenarios.
Battery
6.5 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Titan GT77 has 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
Poor
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
7.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 has good portability, while the MSI Titan GT77 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.2
8.5
The MSI Titan GT77 has very 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
$6,975
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 has a price of $400 and the MSI Titan GT77 costs $6,975.
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How the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 and the MSI Titan GT77 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 15 3525 | MSI Titan GT77 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$400 | $6,975 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.75'' | 15.6'' x 13'' x 0.91'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.71 lbs | 7.28 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.11" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.27" | 12.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 5625U | Intel i9-13980HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 64 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 4 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | Mini LED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 259 nits | 602 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 5.6/10 | |
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 | 10/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 4 | |
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."
MSI Titan GT77
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Andreas Osthoff | February 2023
"The MSI Titan GT77 HX 13V is the utimate gaming laptop with RTX 4090 & Core i9-13950HX. The new MSI Titan GT77 will most likely only reach a very small group of users due to the high price, but it is still an impressive showcase of what is possible. The high-end gamer combines the best components you can currently get in almost every regard and it is a very good overall package, which does not have to hide behind full-fledged desktop systems."
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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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