•  Date Published: 26 Nov 2025
    • Intel Core i5-1334U
    • Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
    • 15.6”, Full HD (1920 x 1080), 120 Hz, IPS
    • 1000GB SSD
    • 32GB RAM
    • 1.63 kg (3.6 lbs)
    5.6
    TOTAL SCORE
    7.7 Portability Very Good
    7.0 Display Very Good
    6.0 For Work Good
    3.2 For Gaming Mediocre

    Specs

    • HDD/SSD
    • 1000GB SSD
    • M.2 Slot
    • 1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4  See photo
    • RAM
    • 32GB RAM
    • OS
    • Windows 11 Pro
    • Body Material
    • Aluminum
    • Dimensions
    • 358.50 x 234.90 - 235.60 x 15.52 - 19.00 mm (14.11" x 9.25" x 0.61")
    • Weight
    • 1.63 kg (3.6 lbs)
    • Ports and connectivity
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 2.0
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
    • 1x USB Type-C
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
    • HDMI
    • 1.4
    • Card Reader
    • SD (SD, SDHC, SDXC)
    • Ethernet LAN
    • 10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
    • Wi-Fi
    • 802.11ax
    • Bluetooth
    • 5.3
    • Audio jack
    • 3.5mm Combo Jack
    • Features
    • Fingerprint reader
    • Web camera
    • HD/ FHD
    • Backlit keyboard
    • Microphone
    • Dual Array Microphone
    • Speakers
    • 2x 2.5W Stereo Speakers
    • Security Lock slot
    • Wedge Lock

    Portability

    Dell Vostro 15 3530 (Integrated)
    14.11" x 9.25" x 0.61" Dimensions
    1.63 kg (3.6 lbs) Weight
    Average 15.6-inch laptop
    2.03 kg (4.5 lbs) +25% Weight

    Review

    Dell Vostro 15 3530 in-depth review

    Thanks to the technology evolving, a lot of the modern mid-range and low-range devices can be used for both office and home tasks. Nowadays, even some inexpensive CPUs have at least six cores or even more which is great for the regular user. In this article, we'll show you a laptop that is suitable for normal daily tasks and for office usage as well.The notebook is called Dell Vostro 15 3530 and it comes with 13th Gen Intel Raptor Lake U-series CPU options that can be pretty efficient if the manufacturer optimization is done in the right way. Some of the important extras are optional - like the backlit keyboard and the fingerprint reader. The base display option is a prehistoric 768p TN display and this sounds so outdated in 2023. You have to avoid this one by any means necessary becau[...]

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    Pros

    • Aluminum body
    • Has an SD card reader
    • Optional fingerprint reader and 1080p Web camera with privacy shutter
    • Modern design
    • Comfortable keyboard and touchpad
    • Good portability
    • You can choose between four performance modes
    • PWM-free display (TK0DH-NE156FH (NCP005F)
    • Comfortable viewing angles and good contrast ratio (TK0DH-NE156FH (NCP005F)
    • 2x SODIMM slots
    • The single fan isn't noisy

    Cons

    • The cooling solution is rather basic
    • Just one M.2 slot
    • The CPU clocks and temperatures under load aren't impressive
    • Low sRGB color coverage (LG FNPN5-160WU1 (LGD0701))
    • Flexible lid and base
    • The battery life could be better

    Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

    1. Removing the Bottom Plate - Ensure the laptop is powered off and unplugged from any external power source. - Flip the laptop to access its bottom side. - Unscrew the 8 Phillips-head screws. Remember, the ones in the top corners are captive and will slightly lift the plate. - Start prying the panel with a plastic tool from where the captive screws lifted it.2. Battery Removal - To ensure safety while handling internal components, first, disconnect the battery. - Carefully unplug the battery connector from the mainboard. - Unscrew the 4 Phillips-head screws holding the [...]

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