Asus TUF Gaming A17vsDell Inspiron 15 3501

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Asus
ASUS TUF Gaming A17
TUF Gaming A17

Quick Stats

The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 delivers impressive performance for its price, beating high-end processors in certain tests.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17's build quality is more budget-friendly than premium, despite MIL-STD certification claim.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17's display is a disappointment due to poor color reproduction and lackluster brightness.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 boasts an impressive range of features, including high-end specs and smooth performance capabilities.
Dell
Dell Inspiron 15 3501
Inspiron 15 3501

Quick Stats

The Dell Inspiron 15 3501 delivers satisfactory performance for its price range, handling everyday tasks seamlessly.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3501's sturdy build and premium feel make it a reliable and well-constructed laptop overall.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3501's full HD IPS LCD display is decent and gets the job done effectively always.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3501 features an Intel Core i5-11th Gen processor with Nvidia MX350 graphics capabilities.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Asus TUF Gaming A17
Winner
#759
Dell Inspiron 15 3501
#763
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus TUF Gaming A17
#810
Dell Inspiron 15 3501
#762
Winner
Display
Asus TUF Gaming A17
#636
Winner
Dell Inspiron 15 3501
#833
Performance
Asus TUF Gaming A17
#390
Winner
Dell Inspiron 15 3501
#599
Build
Asus TUF Gaming A17
#514
Winner
Dell Inspiron 15 3501
#569
Features
Asus TUF Gaming A17
#724
Dell Inspiron 15 3501
#339
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus ASUS TUF Gaming A17
Dell Dell Inspiron 15 3501
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 16000GB SSD + up to 4000GB HDD
up to 8000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H
Intel Core i3-1005G1
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Laptop)
NVIDIA GeForce MX330 (2GB GDDR5, 25W)
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe slots See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Asus TUF Gaming A17

Strengths

The laptop features a strong NVIDIA 1660 Ti, which performs very closely to an RTX 2060.
It has sixteen gigabytes of RAM and a one terabyte SSD for smooth performance.
The display is a 120 Hertz panel with Wi-Fi five, making it suitable for gaming and daily tasks.
The keyboard has a soft touch feel to the keys, and the WASD keys are textured and clear.
The touchpad is of decent size with nice physical buttons on each side and smooth scrolling with Windows precision driver.
The laptop's cooling fans can be easily cleaned from the bottom panel.
The power adapter is relatively thin compared to bigger gaming laptops.
The AMD CPU performs well in benchmarks, beating the Ryzen 9 9900K in some scores.

Weaknesses

The display has some flex and a fingerprint magnet everywhere on its surface.
The viewing angles aren't too bad but the colors are pretty bad, not covering the sRGB color space.
There's no adaptive sync functionality despite being advertised as having it.
The speakers are down-firing, which affects sound quality when the laptop is on a flat surface.
The power button and ports are positioned in an awkward way, making them difficult to access.
The bottom panel has very small holes for airflow, potentially affecting performance.
Servicing the laptop requires removing screws from the bottom and using a guitar pick to release clips.
The battery life is only slightly better than average, not impressing considering the price.

Dell Inspiron 15 3501

Strengths

The laptop has a super thin and light design
It comes with a strong build and sturdy hinges
The port selection is excellent
The display is good enough for everyday use

Weaknesses

No extra accessories included
720p webcam may not be ideal for high-quality video calls
Keyboard and trackpad are good but not premium quality
Limited base model specs (8GB RAM, 256GB storage)
Read Full Reviews

Asus TUF Gaming A17

The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has arrived on the scene, boasting an impressive specs sheet that's sure to catch the eye of gamers and enthusiasts alike. With its 16 GB RAM, one terabyte SSD, and 120 Hz display, this laptop is packed with features designed to deliver a seamless gaming experience. But how does it really perform? Let's dive in and explore what makes the A17 tick, including its AMD processor, 1660 Ti GPU, and battery life, and see if it lives up to its promises.

Dell Inspiron 15 3501

The Dell Inspiron 15 3501 is a budget-friendly laptop that packs a punch in terms of performance and features. Weighing in at just over 3 pounds, this full-sized 15.6-inch laptop boasts a strong build and sturdy design. With an Intel Core i5 processor, NVIDIA MX350 graphics, and 8GB of RAM, it's perfect for everyday tasks like browsing, writing, and streaming. Its average brightness display is complemented by a decent webcam and microphone, making it suitable for video calls and online meetings. Let's dive into the details to see if this laptop lives up to its promises.

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