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Updated March 21, 2024·
When deciding between the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and the HP Spectre x360 14, consider that the Dell Inspiron is generally more affordable and may offer good basic functionality for everyday tasks, while the HP Spectre x360 has a premium build, potentially better performance, and a versatile 2-in-1 design for use as both a laptop and a tablet. If you prioritize battery life and portability for travel or meetings, the Spectre's sleeker form factor could be beneficial. However, for more casual use or tighter budgets, the Dell might suffice. If tasks involve graphics or more demanding applications, the Spectre's likely superior specs come into play, with the added cost reflecting that boost in capability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3530
- The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has no clear advantages over the HP Spectre x360 14.
Advantages of the HP Spectre x360 14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.4
8.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is good.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 suits everyday tasks with adequate speed and memory, but its screen, weight, and battery life may not impress as much as the HP Spectre x360 14, which offers a sharp display, lightweight design, and longer-lasting battery, making it a superior choice for those prioritizing performance and portability. While the HP Spectre may cost more, it also tends to provide a better typing experience and higher quality audio, contributing to an overall more premium feel and usage experience.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.8
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 and Dell Inspiron 15 3530 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the HP Spectre x360 14 is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530's GPU can handle games and 3D applications at a basic level but may struggle with high settings due to its mid-range graphics power, whereas the HP Spectre x360 14 offers added versatility with its touchscreen and convertible design, although its similar GPU capabilities means it also performs fairly in gaming and 3D contexts. The Inspiron's refresh rate can provide a smoother visual gaming experience, but the Spectre's higher screen quality brings sharper images, albeit at a standard refresh rate, balancing detail and fluidity between the two laptops.
Engineering and Design
6.9
8.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is only fair.
The HP Spectre x360 14 surpasses the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 in engineering and design tasks due to its superior CPU, RAM, GPU, and screen quality, which together deliver faster processing, smoother multitasking, better graphics handling, and a crisper visual experience. While the Inspiron 15 3530 may offer decent performance at a potentially lower cost, the Spectre's advantages in core specifications are enhanced by its higher portability, solid keyboard, and quieter operation, making it a better choice for demanding engineering and design work where these factors are very important.
Content Creation
7.3
8.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The HP Spectre x360 14 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
8.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for software development, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is good.
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
8.6
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The HP Spectre x360 14 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's display may be appropriate for tasks like browsing and document editing due to its resolution and brightness, but for engineering and design work, its color accuracy may not meet the standards required for precise color work. The HP Spectre x360 14, with its higher resolution and brightness, ensures a more vibrant and clearer viewing experience, making it well-suited for both general use and professional design tasks where color representation is crucial. However, both laptops aren't ideal for gaming and 3D applications that demand fast refresh rates to ensure smooth visual performance, which these laptops' screens do not specialize in.
Battery
6.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The HP Spectre x360 14 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
8.5
The HP Spectre x360 14 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
$1,630
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has a price of $722 and the HP Spectre x360 14 costs $1,630.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Spectre x360 14 to have very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 15 3530 | HP Spectre x360 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$722 | $1,630 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.65'' | 12.4'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.64 lbs | 3.45 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.11" | 12.35" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.25" | 8.68" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 68 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 220 nits | 384 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 9.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 2160p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Rami Tabari | February 2024
"The numbers don’t lie — the HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) is a star, and a hell of a one at that. From performance to battery life, this machine is a dream. But why didn’t I give it a perfect score? Well, I wish the display performed better and that there were more ports to go around. If you’re itching for someone a little cheaper that offers a brighter display and significantly more battery life, I can only recommend the MacBook Pro 14 as a suitable substitute. Otherwise, the HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) is the perfect choice for those who want a reliable premium laptop."
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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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