Dell Inspiron 15 (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"
The Verdict
Both 15.6-inch laptops offer solid everyday performance at accessible price points, but they cater to different priorities. Dell Inspiron 15 provides flexibility with configurable processors (Intel i5-1335U or AMD Ryzen 5 7530U), expandable storage, and useful ports like SD card reader, making it ideal for users needing adaptability. Samsung Galaxy Book4 15 counters with a more powerful Intel Core i7-1355U processor, superior build quality using full aluminum construction, brighter 300-nit display, and premium LPDDR5 RAM at 16GB standard. Battery life slightly favors the Dell at 12 hours versus Samsung's 10 hours. However, Samsung lacks SD card slot and storage expansion. For $150 more, Galaxy Book4 delivers better processing power and durability, while Inspiron 15 offers more connectivity options and upgrade paths. Choose Dell for flexibility and value, Samsung for performance and premium build quality.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Dell Inspiron 15 (2024) if…
- →Solid all-rounder for everyday productivity and web browsing at $599
- →Good port selection including HDMI and SD card reader
- →Reasonable 54 Wh battery provides good endurance for the price
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 15" if…
- →Lightweight at 3.44 lbs with an aluminum build for the price
- →Full-HD display is sufficient for everyday productivity
- →Samsung ecosystem features like Quick Share and Phone Link
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Dell Inspiron 15 (2024)
Pros
- Solid all-rounder for everyday productivity and web browsing at $599
- Good port selection including HDMI and SD card reader
- Reasonable 54 Wh battery provides good endurance for the price
- Lightweight at 1.65 kg for a 15.6-inch laptop
- Expandable storage via second M.2 slot
Cons
- 250-nit display brightness is dim for any non-indoor use
- 60Hz refresh rate feels behind modern standards
- 8 GB base RAM needs upgrading for comfortable multitasking
- Plastic chassis feels basic compared to aluminum competitors
- Webcam is only 720p — poor for video calls
Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"
Pros
- Lightweight at 3.44 lbs with an aluminum build for the price
- Full-HD display is sufficient for everyday productivity
- Samsung ecosystem features like Quick Share and Phone Link
- 10-hour battery life handles a full school or work day
- HDMI port included — avoids dongles for presentations
Cons
- 60Hz FHD display is unremarkable at the $749 price point
- Only one USB-C and one USB-A port is limiting
- Soldered RAM and SSD — zero upgradeability
- No Thunderbolt or high-speed USB-C
- Integrated graphics only — no discrete GPU option
Full Specifications
| Spec | Dell Inspiron 15 (2024) | Samsung Galaxy Book4 15" |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.65 kg | 3.44 lbs (1.56 kg) |
| Material | Plastic chassis with aluminum palm rest | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 358.5 x 235.6 x 16.9 mm | 14.00 x 8.93 x 0.61 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 12 hours | Up to 10 hours |
| Capacity | 54 Wh | 54 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD | IPS anti-glare |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 250 | 300 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe NVMe | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 8 GB / 16 GB DDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 10-core (Intel) / 6-core (AMD) | 10 cores (2P + 8E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core i5-1335U / AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | Intel Core i7-1355U (13th Gen) |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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