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Updated January 12, 2024·
When choosing between the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and the HP Omen 17, consider that the Dell is more budget-friendly and offers decent day-to-day performance, making it suitable for general use or less demanding tasks. On the other hand, the HP Omen 17 is priced higher but provides significantly more power for gaming, 3D work, or engineering applications. The Omen's larger screen and superior graphics capabilities will benefit those tasks, but this comes at the cost of reduced portability and battery life compared to the Dell Inspiron. So, if price and portability are major concerns and your work does not require intensive computing resources, the Dell might serve you well; otherwise, for high-performance needs, the HP Omen is the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3530
- Good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the HP Omen 17
- Very good for engineering and design
- Excellent for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.3
9.0
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Omen 17 is excellent for gaming and AI, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is only fair.
The HP Omen 17 outshines the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 in gaming and 3D tasks largely because it boasts a stronger Nvidia RTX 4080 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 165 Hz compared to the Inspiron's integrated Iris Xe graphics and 120 Hz refresh rate. Additionally, the HP's superior processor and better screen quality contribute to an overall enhanced gaming experience, though less significant than its GPU and refresh rate advantages.
Engineering and Design
6.9
8.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is equipped with an Intel i5 processor and integrated graphics, suitable for engineering and design but may be limited in handling more complex rendering or simulations. In contrast, the HP Omen 17 boasts a more powerful i7 processor and superior Nvidia graphics card, better suited for engineering and design tasks that require high performance, while also offering a higher resolution and better screen quality; however, it is less portable due to its larger size and weight.
Content Creation
7.3
8.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Omen 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.
Screen Quality
6.6
7.9
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The HP Omen 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.
If you prioritize everyday tasks such as browsing and watching videos, the HP Omen 17's very good screen with higher resolution and brightness will provide a more vivid and crisp experience compared to the Dell Inspiron's fair screen. For engineering and design work, where accurate color reproduction is crucial, the HP's good color coverage will benefit professionals who need precision in their visual work. However, for gaming and 3D applications that demand fast motion handling, neither laptop's display is ideal due to lower refresh rates, meaning they won't deliver the smoothest visuals in fast-paced games or animations.
Battery
6.5 Hours
3.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The HP Omen 17 has 3.5 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
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has good portability, while the HP Omen 17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.2
7.4
The HP Omen 17 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
$1,700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has a price of $722 and the HP Omen 17 costs $1,700.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.5 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The HP Omen 17 and Dell Inspiron 15 3530 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530, with its moderate processor and moderate screen quality, offers a good balance for everyday tasks and can last longer on battery, making it suitable for general use; it's also relatively light and slim, enhancing its portability. The HP Omen 17, despite being heavier and having a shorter battery life, features a more powerful processor and superior screen quality, which are beneficial for more demanding applications but make it less portable.
Software Development
7.2
7.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen 17 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.
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How the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and the HP Omen 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 15 3530 | HP Omen 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$722 | $1,700 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | June 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.65'' | 15.6'' x 10.3'' x 1.06'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.64 lbs | 6.17 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.11" | 15.64" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.25" | 10.32" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | Intel i7-13700HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 83 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 220 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8/10 | 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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
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 | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
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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Marc Herter | September 2022
"The HP Omen 17 (2022) gaming laptop has a stylish case and hardware with lots of potential. The HP Omen 17 is a fairly unobtrusive gaming laptop. A material combination of plastic and metal gives the case a high stability and a quality surface feel. The unspectacular design is pleasing and is hardly indicative of the laptop's high performance potential. The Intel Core i7-12700H in particular is able to perform well once again. The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is also strong in the gaming notebook. Demanding games run smoothly in Full HD resolution. The HP Omen 17 is a good gaming laptop that delivers partly excellent performance. But even at this performance level, cheaper alternatives are available."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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