Choosing between the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 depends largely on what aspects of a laptop are most important to you. The Dell Inspiron offers a larger 15.6-inch screen and a robust keyboard suited for heavy typing work, making it a good fit for general use and productivity. However, it's heavier and larger, which affects portability. In contrast, the Galaxy Book2 360 has a smaller 13.3-inch OLED screen that delivers sharper colors and contrasts. It's also lighter and doubles as a tablet, enhancing its versatility for presentations or creative use. However, it comes with a higher price tag. If performance is a priority, the Samsung's processor is a bit more powerful, which might be noticeable during demanding tasks. Both have comparable memory and storage, so for everyday tasks like web browsing and office work, either would suffice. If long battery life is crucial, the Samsung has an edge there too. In summary, go for the Dell if you want a more affordable, larger work-centric laptop and for the Samsung if you're willing to invest more for better portability, versatility, and display quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3530
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360.
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
Good for engineering and design
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.6/10
7.8/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
Selecting the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 means compromising on visual clarity and vibrancy across various applications due to its adequate screen resolution and brightness, which are suitable for everyday tasks but fall short for specialized work. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 offers a higher screen quality with better resolution and brightness, enhancing the experience for detailed tasks such as engineering and graphic design, thanks to its wider color coverage. However, for gaming and 3D applications where fast motion is rendered, both laptops may not satisfy due to their limited refresh rates, making them less ideal for such visually intensive tasks.
Battery
6.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has 8 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
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has excellent portability, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.2/10
7.8/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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
$800
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has a price of $722 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 costs $800.
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and Dell Inspiron 15 3530 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 with its larger screen, ample RAM and a capable CPU is great for general use, providing a balance of performance and screen real estate, while emphasizing heat management and build quality. Whereas, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 offers a higher-end CPU in a more compact and lighter form factor with a vibrant OLED touchscreen and superior portability due to its 2-in-1 convertible design and longer battery life, making it well-suited for on-the-go use and multimedia consumption.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
6.2/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
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
9.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has a higher screen refresh rate which can benefit gaming smoothness, but its GPU, along with that of the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, may only offer mid-level performance for gaming and 3D applications. While the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has a superior OLED screen with higher brightness and color coverage, making it great for visual quality, its lower refresh rate could be less optimal for fast-paced games.
Engineering and Design
6.9/10
7.3/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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 adequate processor, a decent amount of memory, and an integrated graphics chip suitable for engineering and design tasks, plus a standard IPS screen for reasonable color accuracy and viewing angles. In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 offers a higher-tier processor and the same memory and integrated graphics, complemented by a superior OLED screen for outstanding color richness and contrast, making it more favorable for detailed visual work in design; however, with its smaller screen, it might be less suitable for multitasking on large projects.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.6/10
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
OLED
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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
7.2/10
7.4/10
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
7.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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 Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 compare to other laptops
"Samsung gets all the basics right with the Book2 360. Its convertible design works well in both laptop and tablet modes, yet still manages to be highly portable, with impressive battery life and eye-catching AMOLED display. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 measures just 12.9mm thick and weighs 1.16kg, making it one of the most affordable ultra-portables currently available. It’s sturdily built too, so it can cope with life on the road."
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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 Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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