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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you prioritize budget and primarily engage in everyday tasks like browsing, document editing, or streaming, the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 could be a suitable choice due to its lower price. However, the Gigabyte Aero 17, though more expensive, offers superior performance for demanding activities such as 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming due to its higher-end hardware. Additionally, if your work involves engineering software or other power-intensive applications, the Aero 17’s performance will be beneficial. Consider battery life and portability as well; high-performance laptops like the Aero 17 typically have shorter battery life and are less portable compared to more modestly equipped options like the Dell Inspiron 15. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3530
- Good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aero 17
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Excellent overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.4
8.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
368.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.6/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is suited for general use because it has a solid CPU and ample RAM for everyday tasks, a decent screen size with an IPS panel for good viewing angles, and offers a balance of portability and battery life. The Gigabyte Aero 17 also fits general use, offering a more powerful CPU and a high-quality Mini LED screen for vibrant colors and sharp resolution, but it is less portable and has a slightly shorter battery life, tailored more towards users who require high performance in creative applications and can manage a larger laptop.
Gaming and AI
6.3
7.9
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has a moderately powerful integrated GPU and a 120Hz refresh rate, which is sufficient for casual gaming, whereas the Gigabyte Aero 17 boasts a superior dedicated Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and a similar refresh rate, offering significantly better performance for intensive gaming and 3D applications. Additionally, the Aero's higher screen resolution enhances visual detail, which, along with its advanced GPU, contributes to a more immersive and high-fidelity gaming experience.
Engineering and Design
6.9
8.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aero 17 outshines the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 in engineering and design use due to its superior CPU, a more powerful GPU, and a higher-quality, higher-resolution screen; these factors are crucial for demanding tasks and detailed graphic work.
Content Creation
7.3
8.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is very good for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 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
7.2
7.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 and Dell Inspiron 15 3530 are both good for software development, though the Gigabyte Aero 17 is somewhat better.
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
6.6
9.2
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
368.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530, while adequate for everyday tasks, may lack the higher resolution, brightness, and advanced panel technology that would contribute to a more vibrant and sharp display necessary for both general use and detailed engineering work. The Gigabyte Aero 17's excellent screen quality for general use and engineering stems from its high resolution and color accuracy, which offer clearer details and a wide color range critical for precision work. However, for gaming and 3D applications that prioritize fluid motion, the Aero 17's lower refresh rate may not provide as smooth an experience as models catering specifically to those needs.
Portability
Good
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has good portability, while the Gigabyte Aero 17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.2
8.0
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has very 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
$2,071
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has a price of $722 and the Gigabyte Aero 17 costs $2,071.
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Battery
6.5 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aero 17 has 5.5 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 Aero 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Inspiron 15 3530 | Gigabyte Aero 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$722 | $2,071 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | March 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.65'' | 15.6'' x 9.5'' x 0.92'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.64 lbs | 5.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.11" | 15.6" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.25" | 9.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 99 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 | 120Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 220 nits | 368 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8/10 | 6.7/10 | |
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 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 3 | |
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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Mike Wobker | May 2021
"Not only is the Aero 17 a very good laptop for gamers but also for content creators. With the upgrade to the Intel Core i9-11980HK, Gigabyte particularly improved the system performance. In addition, the hardware package is rounded by the extremely fast SSD and 32 GB of working memory in dual-channel mode. Compared to the predecessor, the battery life is reduced only moderately, and the 4K display also basically keeps its good qualities."
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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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