Dell Vostro 3520 vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Dell Vostro 3520 and MSI Modern 15 H (B13M). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Dell Vostro 3520 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Vostro 3520 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

robust build quality

decent processor performance

good battery life

comfortable keyboard

average display quality

limited graphics capability

heavier design

fewer USB-C ports

MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

fast ssd storage

vivid full hd display

efficient cooling system

competitive price point

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Vostro 3520 and MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Vostro 3520 vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Vostro 3520 MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.85 cm x 23.556 cm x 1.899 cm 35.9 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.83 kg 1.7 kg
Colour Carbon black -
DISPLAY Dell Vostro 3520 MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 140 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, Narrow Border Display, 35 ms response rate, 0.17925 mm pixel pitch MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Dell Vostro 3520 MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 24 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Dell Vostro 3520 MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Dell Vostro 3520 MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Vostro 3520 MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Max Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel -
Camera Features 78.6 degrees -
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - Output: Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Vostro 3520 MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 2230 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111H -
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Dell Vostro 3520 MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 39.3 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 5 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell Vostro 3520 MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19.5 V, 3.34 A 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT Dell Vostro 3520 MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (white)
Features - Precision touchpad, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Vostro 3520 MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1 (4K support)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Dell Vostro 3520 MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence), McAfee Business Protection (1-year) MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Vostro 3520 MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - MIL-STD-810G tested
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 003UK
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