Dell Inspiron 15 3521vsDell Vostro 14 3405

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Dell
Dell Inspiron 15 3521
Inspiron 15 3521

Quick Stats

The Dell Inspiron 15 3521 delivers snappy performance, making it ideal for everyday tasks and basic productivity needs.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3521 features sturdy, lightweight, and rigid build quality with minimal flexing throughout.
The display on the Dell Inspiron 15 3521 is decent but not impressive, overall average quality.
The Dell Inspiron 15 3521 features a Core i3 processor, Windows 8, and chicklet-style keyboard primarily.
Dell
Dell Vostro 14 3405
Vostro 14 3405

Quick Stats

The Dell Vostro 14 3405 delivers decent performance for everyday tasks, but may struggle with demanding programs.
The Dell Vostro 14 3405 boasts impressive build quality, sturdy and well-constructed with sleek design overall.
The Dell Vostro 14 3405's anti-reflective screen provides good brightness and serves everyday tasks adequately.
The Dell Vostro 14 3405 offers a wide range of versatile features to cater diverse user needs.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Dell Inspiron 15 3521
#838
Dell Vostro 14 3405
Winner
#837
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Dell Inspiron 15 3521
#760
Dell Vostro 14 3405
#759
Winner
Display
Dell Inspiron 15 3521
#830
Dell Vostro 14 3405
#824
Winner
Performance
Dell Inspiron 15 3521
#803
Dell Vostro 14 3405
#734
Winner
Build
Dell Inspiron 15 3521
#561
Dell Vostro 14 3405
#537
Winner
Features
Dell Inspiron 15 3521
#332
Winner
Dell Vostro 14 3405
#732

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Dell Dell Inspiron 15 3521
Dell Dell Vostro 14 3405
up to 16GB
up to 16GB
up to 2000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
up to 1000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
Intel Pentium Silver N5030
AMD Ryzen 5 3500U
Intel UHD Graphics 605
AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (R2000/3000, 15W)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Dell Inspiron 15 3521

Strengths

It runs pretty good, it's pretty fast, it's a Snappy little laptop
The chicklet style keyboard is real nice
It has a webcam built-in with decent picture quality
The laptop is lightweight and has minimal chassis flex
Dell seems to have got its mojo back in terms of design

Weaknesses

The screen resolution is average, on par with a screen from 6-7 years ago
There are issues with viewing angles, which may be due to an outdated screen technology
Windows 8 gestures can be tricky to navigate with the touchpad
The laptop does not come with a wireless mouse, making it harder to use Windows 8 features
No Touch interface option available, even though the reviewer would have preferred it

Dell Vostro 14 3405

Strengths

It has enough USB ports, it has 3 which is normal.
The bezels are thin, this at least and all the devices have thin bezels and that is very good.
The anti-reflective screen has a good brightness, and well, those screens have a good degrees of vision towards the screen.
It has three USB ports, which is a standard feature in modern laptops.

Weaknesses

The way of cooling is a bit bad because it let the temperature go up to 98° a lot.
The storage activity indicator LED is missing, we don't have it anywhere, we don't know when the equipment is working.
The charger's LED light is limited and does not indicate another color or state, such as when it's charging or fully charged.
When I first started using it, the fan was very loud and got hot, but it stabilized after a few minutes.
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Dell Inspiron 15 3521

The Dell Inspiron 15 3521 is a no-frills laptop that packs a punch with its Core i3 processor. Priced at $400 off the original price, this model offers a fast and snappy performance perfect for everyday use. With a maximum screen resolution typical of older laptops, it's not ideal for graphics-intensive tasks or touch-based interactions. However, it's an excellent choice for those seeking a reliable laptop for work, productivity, or basic computing needs.

Dell Vostro 14 3405

The Dell Vostro 14 3405 is a versatile laptop designed for productivity. With its range of processor options, including Ryzen 3, 5, and 7, users can choose the level of performance that suits their needs. Whether it's basic office work or more demanding tasks like graphic design or gaming, this laptop promises to deliver. However, concerns around cooling and storage activity indicators may give pause for thought. Can this device strike a balance between power and practicality?

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