Dell Inspiron 15 5510 vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Dell Inspiron 15 5510 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Dell Inspiron 15 5510 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Inspiron 15 5510 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient 11th gen processor

sleek aluminum design

comfortable backlit keyboard

fast SSD storage

good thermal management

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

limited port selection

dim display brightness

Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

sharp display resolution

fast SSD storage

good battery life

efficient thermal management

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated GPU

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Inspiron 15 5510 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
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85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Inspiron 15 5510 vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Inspiron 15 5510 Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.606 cm x 22.89 cm x 1.799 cm 29.6 cm x 20.9 cm x 1.29 cm
Weight 1.75 kg 1.2 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom), glass (display cover)
Colour Platinum silver Dual tone storm grey
DISPLAY Dell Inspiron 15 5510 Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 141 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
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 Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, anti-fingerprint, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Dolby Vision, Smart sense panel
PROCESSOR Dell Inspiron 15 5510 Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11300H Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 8 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Dell Inspiron 15 5510 Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT)
RAM 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Dell Inspiron 15 5510 Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Inspiron 15 5510 Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, 74.9 degrees, RGB camera Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Harman/kardon stereo speakers, Smart Amp, AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Inspiron 15 5510 Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 2230 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Dell Inspiron 15 5510 Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 54 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 11.4 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell Inspiron 15 5510 Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19.5 V, 3.34 A 65 Watt
INPUT Dell Inspiron 15 5510 Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad, smart sense keyboard backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Inspiron 15 5510 Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI (on supplied adapter)
VGA (on supplied adapter)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
USB 3.0 (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Dell Inspiron 15 5510 Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included McAfee LiveSafe (12 months subscription), Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Inspiron 15 5510 Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Bundled with - ThinkBook USB-C Micro Hub
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
Security - Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe Display, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Max Operating Temperature 40 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 50 - 90% (non-condensing) 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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