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Updated January 12, 2024·

The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo both offer 512GB storage and 16GB RAM, with the Dell being slightly less expensive. The Dell has a larger 15.6-inch screen suitable for comfortable viewing but is heavier, making it less portable than the MSI with its 13.4-inch display. The MSI has better performance due to its higher-tier Intel i7 processor, and it's lighter and more versatile with its 2-in-1 convertible design, but it comes at a higher price. If budget is a concern and you need a larger screen, go for the Dell; if you prefer higher performance and portability, the MSI is a better choice. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3530
  • The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has no clear advantages over the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
  • Good for engineering and design
  • Good overall display quality
  • Good overall build quality
  • Very good portability
  • Very good battery life
  • Very good speakers
  • Good keyboard

Key differences

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Screen Quality

6.6
Inspiron 15 3530
Summit E13 Flip Evo
7.3
15.6in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 for general use, engineering and design, and software development.

Battery

6.5 Hours
Inspiron 15 3530
Summit E13 Flip Evo
11.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has 11 hours of battery life.

Portability

Good
Inspiron 15 3530
Summit E13 Flip Evo
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
13.4in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.

Build Quality

6.2
Inspiron 15 3530
Summit E13 Flip Evo
7.4
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has good build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has only fair build quality.
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Key similarities

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General Use

7.4
Inspiron 15 3530
Summit E13 Flip Evo
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and Dell Inspiron 15 3530 are both good for general use.

Gaming and AI

6.3
Inspiron 15 3530
Summit E13 Flip Evo
6.3
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and Dell Inspiron 15 3530 are both only fair for gaming and AI.

Engineering and Design

6.9
Inspiron 15 3530
Summit E13 Flip Evo
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo to be good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is only fair.

Content Creation

7.3
Inspiron 15 3530
Summit E13 Flip Evo
7.5
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and Dell Inspiron 15 3530 are both good for content creation.

Software Development

7.2
Inspiron 15 3530
Summit E13 Flip Evo
7.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and Dell Inspiron 15 3530 are both good for software development.

Cost

$722
Inspiron 15 3530
Summit E13 Flip Evo
$699
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The Dell Inspiron 15 3530 has a price of $722 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo costs $699.

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How the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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Dell Inspiron 15 3530MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
Dell Inspiron 15 3530MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo

GENERAL

Price
$722
$699
Release Date
May 1, 2023August 1, 2023
Overall Dimensions
14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.65''11.8'' x 8.8'' x 0.59''
Weight
3.64 lbs2.98 lbs
Width
14.11"11.82"
Depth
9.25"8.75"

INTERNAL

Processor
Intel i5-1335UIntel i7-1260P
RAM
16 GB16 GB
DDR Memory Version
44
RAM Slots
20
Storage
512 GB512 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
6.5 Hours11 Hours
Battery Capacity
41 Wh70 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
15.6"13.4"
Display Technology
IPSIPS
Resolution
1920 x 10801920 x 1200
Refresh Rate
120Hz60Hz
Display Brightness
220 nits517 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
6.3/107.4/10
Portability Score
8/108.9/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
NoNo
Premium Business Laptop
NoNo
Fan Noise Score
7.5/106/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
6.5/107.5/10
Speaker Quality Score
6.5/108/10
Webcam
1080p720p
Fingerprint Reader
NoYes
Backlit Keyboard
NoYes
Number Pad
YesNo

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
21
USB-C ports
12
USB-C Charging
NoYes
Display Outputs
13
Thunderbolt Version
N/A4

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Allen Ngo | April 2021
"MSI wants to prove that it can do more than just gaming laptops and the Summit E13 Flip is a great example of what the manufacturer is capable of especially in terms of aesthetics and performance. Normally for subnotebooks or convertibles, TDP and performance are often below average as makers want to meet slimmer designs and lower weight targets. The Summit manages to outperform others in its size class and category while still looking sleek and portable in the process. If you want a convertible that won't throttle significantly when under load, then this MSI will be one of the better options you can find."

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About Dell

Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.

About MSI

MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.

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