Dell Pro Essential 15 vs IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11
27.7chipPerformancechip28.2
28.4chipGraphicschip35.5
26.5Displayspec-based23.3
21.3Batteryspec-based29.3
71Portabilityspec-based67.7
3 spec wins — Dell Pro Essential 153 spec wins — IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: Dell Pro Essential 15 scores 33.1 against 34.5 for IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11. Pick by the categories that matter to you — IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11 edges ahead in graphics and performance, or by price.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the Dell Pro Essential 15
- 33% higher Peak brightness: 400 nits vs 300 nits
Reasons to pick the IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11
- Stronger graphics score: 36 vs 28
- 100% higher storage: 512 GB vs 256 GB
- 15% higher capacity: 47 Wh vs 41 Wh
Display
| Spec | Dell Pro Essential 15 | IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 15.3 ″ | 15.6 ″+2% |
| Panel type | Anti-glare LCD (non-touch) | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 | 1920x1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 400 nits+33% | 300 nits |
Performance
| Spec | Dell Pro Essential 15 | IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core 3 304 | Intel Core 3 100U |
| Graphics | Intel Graphics (integrated) | Intel Graphics |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM type | DDR5-5600 | LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB+100% |
| Storage type | PCIe Gen4 SSD (TLC, M.2 2230) | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD |
Battery
| Spec | Dell Pro Essential 15 | IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 41 Wh | 47 Wh+15% |
| Charging | 65 W | 65 W |
Design
| Spec | Dell Pro Essential 15 | IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.52 kg+6% | 1.62 kg |
| Thickness | 17.7 mm+1% | 17.9 mm |
| Material | — | Polycarbonate-ABS plastic |
Connectivity
| Spec | Dell Pro Essential 15 | IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps, DisplayPort, Power Delivery), 2x USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps), HDMI 2.1, RJ45 Ethernet, universal audio jack, wedge lock slot | 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery, DisplayPort), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x SD card reader, 1x 3.5mm combo audio |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E (Intel AX211) | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2 |
| Webcam | HD with mechanical privacy shutter (FHD IR optional) | 1080p FHD with privacy shutter |
| Biometrics | Optional fingerprint reader or FHD IR camera (Windows Hello) | Fingerprint reader on power button |
Software
| Spec | Dell Pro Essential 15 | IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
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