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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530, being often somewhat less expensive, is a solid choice if you are on a budget and primarily need a laptop for general use with decent performance. It tends to have a slight advantage in battery life over the Gigabyte A5. However, if you need better graphics performance for gaming, 3D applications, or machine learning tasks, despite being somewhat more expensive, the Gigabyte A5 might be the better option as it comes with a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card. Additionally, the Gigabyte has a higher refresh rate display which can provide smoother visuals, particularly beneficial for gaming. On the downside, the Gigabyte A5 is heavier, which may impact its portability compared to the lighter Dell Inspiron. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3530
- The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has no clear advantages over the Gigabyte A5.
Advantages of the Gigabyte A5
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.3
7.1
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte A5 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is fair for gaming and 3D as it has an integrated Intel Iris Xe GPU and a 120Hz screen refresh rate, which are decent but not optimal for high-end gaming and 3D applications. The Gigabyte A5 is better suited with a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and a higher 144Hz refresh rate, providing smoother gameplay and better handling of 3D tasks.
Screen Quality
6.6
7.2
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
281.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has a better screen than the Gigabyte A5 for software development, while the Gigabyte A5 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530, with a basic screen setup, is adequate for tasks like browsing and document editing, but its limited resolution and brightness can lead to a less vibrant display which isn't ideal for detailed engineering work or the immersive experience desired in gaming. The Gigabyte A5 features a better quality display, providing sharper images and more accurate colors that are crucial for engineering and design professionals who rely on precise color representation, though it still lacks the high refresh rate needed for smooth visuals in fast-paced 3D games. Both laptops may fall short for gaming enthusiasts due to their screens not having the high refresh rates that prevent motion blur and create a fluid visual experience.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and Gigabyte A5 both have good portability, though the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.2
7.2
The Gigabyte A5 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
$830
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has a price of $722 and the Gigabyte A5 costs $830.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
281.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.5 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and Gigabyte A5 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is equipped with an efficient processor and a good screen for everyday tasks, plus it's more portable and has great heat management, making it suitable for general use. On the other hand, the Gigabyte A5 offers more powerful graphics and a better speaker system, but is heavier and might be noisier under load, making it also fit for general use but with an edge in multimedia and light gaming.
Engineering and Design
6.9
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.0/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte A5 to be good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is equipped with an Intel CPU and Iris Xe GPU, making it suitable for engineering and design tasks with moderate graphics demands, while boasting a lightweight form factor which enhances portability. In contrast, the Gigabyte A5 levels up the performance with an AMD Ryzen CPU and a dedicated Nvidia RTX GPU, better suited for more graphics-intensive engineering applications, but it is heavier and less portable.
Content Creation
7.3
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and Gigabyte A5 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
7.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and Gigabyte A5 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.
Battery
6.5 Hours
6.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte A5 has 6.5 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.
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How the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and the Gigabyte A5 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Inspiron 15 3530 | Gigabyte A5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$722 | $830 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.65'' | 14.2'' x 10.2'' x 1'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.64 lbs | 4.68 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.11" | 14.21" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.25" | 10.15" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | AMD Ryzen 5 5600H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 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 | 6.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 49 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 | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 220 nits | 281 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Florian Glaser | September 2022
"Ignoring price, the Gigabyte A5 has a hard time against the similarly fast competition. Besides the loud noise in 3D mode (performance mode), the high temperature development of the components should be mentioned on the downside. Despite the relatively thick case, the laptop gets very warm and loud under load, which does not exactly speak for the cooling system. The plastic surfaces look rather cheap and also tend to rattle. In most other disciplines - be it the input devices, the screen, the connectivity or the battery runtime - the Gigabyte laptop does not stand out from the crowd, neither positively nor negatively. However, those who primarily pay attention to the price-performance ratio will get a pretty good offer with the Gigabyte A5."
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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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