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Updated January 12, 2024·
Choosing between the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and the Dell Latitude 5530 comes down to your priorities. If you prefer a longer battery life and professional features like a smart card reader and fingerprint reader for added security, go for the Latitude 5530. The Latitude also offers Windows 11 Pro which is better suited for business environments. However, if budget is your main concern and you want a larger storage capacity, the Inspiron 15 seems to be the better economical choice. The Inspiron also slightly outweighs the Latitude, thus if weight is a concern for portability, the Latitude may be more appealing. Both models offer similar screen size, resolution, and type, as well as processor and graphics capabilities, making them similarly capable for general use and multitasking. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3530
- The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5530.
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5530
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.6
6.3
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5530 for gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
If you need a laptop for everyday tasks such as browsing the web, working with documents, or streaming videos, both the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and the Latitude 5530 offer screens that are sufficiently bright and clear. However, for engineering and design work that requires precise color representation, neither laptop provides the wide color gamuts necessary to ensure accuracy. Gamers and those into 3D modeling will find the refresh rates of these screens lacking, which means less fluid motion and potentially less immersive experiences compared to laptops with higher refresh rates.
Battery
6.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5530 has 9 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
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5530 has good build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$722
$919
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has a price of $722 and the Dell Latitude 5530 costs $919.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Latitude 5530 and Dell Inspiron 15 3530 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 stands out for general use with its ample storage and respectable RAM, alongside a high-refresh-rate screen that provides smoother visuals; however, it has a relatively shorter battery life and isn't as lightweight as the Dell Latitude 5530, which offers greater portability and a much longer battery life, making it more convenient for use on the go despite having less storage than the Inspiron. The Latitude 5530 also comes with Windows 11 Pro and additional features such as a higher number of Thunderbolt ports, suggesting better connectivity and suitability for professional environments.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.2
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and Dell Latitude 5530 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has a higher screen refresh rate, suitable for a more fluid gaming experience, and the same Intel Iris Xe graphics as the Dell Latitude 5530, which explains their similar capabilities in gaming and 3D tasks. However, the Latitude 5530, with its lower refresh rate, might not deliver as smooth motion in fast-paced games, even though both have similar screen quality and CPUs, which also contribute to their fair performance in these areas.
Engineering and Design
6.9
6.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and Dell Latitude 5530 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is well-suited for engineering and design with its solid CPU and onboard graphics, ample RAM, and a high-quality IPS screen, though it offers less storage than some competitors. The Dell Latitude 5530 also serves engineering and design needs effectively with a capable CPU, sufficient RAM, and an IPS screen that has higher brightness, but it provides less storage and has a less powerful onboard graphics compared to the Inspiron 3530, which may affect performance in graphic-intensive tasks.
Content Creation
7.3
7.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 5530 and Dell Inspiron 15 3530 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
7.2
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5530 and Dell Inspiron 15 3530 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
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and Dell Latitude 5530 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and the Dell Latitude 5530 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 15 3530 | Dell Latitude 5530 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$722 | $919 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.65'' | 14.1'' x 9.2'' x 0.87'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.64 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.11" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.25" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | Intel i5-1245U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 58 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 220 nits | 286 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 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 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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.
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