Dell Inspiron 15 3521 (Intel Pentium) review
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- 15.5 inches
- Windows
If screen size is important to you but you’re trying to keep costs down, then the Dell Inspiron 15 3521 (Intel Pentium) could well be on your shortlist. It offers a generous 15.5in Full-HD display at an affordable price. But what’s it like to use? Is it fast enough for your needs? Discover the answers to these questions and more in our full review.
What's included:- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- How fast is it and what’s it like to use?
- What are the keyboard and touchpad like?
- How good is the screen and webcam?
- How are the speakers and audio quality?
- How long does the battery last?
- Is Dell a good laptop brand?
- Should I buy it?
First reviewed by Which?
June 2022
Released
March 2022
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