Dell Inspiron 15 3511 vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Dell Inspiron 15 3511 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Inspiron 15 3511 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

solid build quality

intuitive touchpad

average display quality

modest processor speed

limited graphics performance

fewer USB-C ports

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim lightweight design

fast ssd storage

good battery life

comfortable keyboard

decent display quality

average graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

limited port selection

mediocre speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Inspiron 15 3511 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Inspiron 15 3511 vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Inspiron 15 3511 Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.85 cm x 23.556 cm x 1.89 cm 30.76 cm x 21.64 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.73 kg 1.32 kg
Case Material - Aluminum
Colour Carbon black Mineral grey
DISPLAY Dell Inspiron 15 3511 Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 141 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, Narrow Border Display, 35 ms response rate, 0.179 mm pixel pitch Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Dell Inspiron 15 3511 Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
CPU Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Dell Inspiron 15 3511 Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Dell Inspiron 15 3511 Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Inspiron 15 3511 Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel -
Camera Features 78.6 degrees, RGB camera ThinkShutter camera privacy
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X3
Audio Features - Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Inspiron 15 3511 Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 2230 M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Dell Inspiron 15 3511 Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell Inspiron 15 3511 Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19.5 V, 3.34 A 65 Watt
INPUT Dell Inspiron 15 3511 Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Inspiron 15 3511 Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Interfaces HDMI
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Dell Inspiron 15 3511 Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition in S mode Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence) Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Inspiron 15 3511 Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.568 W/kg (body), 0.568 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 40 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Model Number - IML 20RR
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