i would think the n53JQ would be better..overall design n53jq is nicer..i only like xps 15 for it's exterior..if only the interior *keyboard area* aren't so inspiron looks..then agen..speakers..JBL vs Bang&Olufsen..B&O is wayyyy better than JBL..personal opinion i guess ..but then dell have better warranty..or shud i say the best in malaysia? =D