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Updated March 22, 2024·
The Acer Aspire 1 is more affordable and suitable for basic tasks such as web browsing and document editing, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 offers higher performance for more demanding applications and tasks. The Dell's convertible design also provides versatility for tablet use, and it typically has better build quality and potentially longer battery life. However, you'll be paying more for these enhancements. If your work involves engineering software, 3D design, or you need a touch screen, the Dell is a better fit. Otherwise, for everyday use, the Acer will save you money. Keep in mind that the cheaper device may also mean compromises on speed and overall user experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 1
- The Acer Aspire 1 has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1.
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1
- Good for general use
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.8
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.7/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is good for general use, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 1 has a less powerful CPU and less RAM, which may lead to slower performance and difficulty handling multiple applications, while its screen quality and battery life also fall short for comfortable all-day use. In contrast, the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 boasts a stronger CPU and more RAM, ensuring smoother operation for various tasks, along with a higher quality screen, better portability, and longer battery life for a more versatile and reliable experience.
Gaming and AI
5.6
6.2
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 1 has a less powerful GPU and lower screen refresh rate, which makes it less suitable for the demands of gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1, with a better GPU and higher refresh rate, offers improved visuals and smoother gameplay, making it more suitable for those tasks.
Engineering and Design
5.5
6.9
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 1 has less powerful CPU, RAM, and GPU, and a lower quality screen, which makes it less suitable for demanding tasks in engineering and design. In contrast, the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 offers a more robust CPU, higher RAM capacity, better GPU, and superior screen quality, essential for the software used in engineering and designing, while also being highly portable with a quality keyboard, making work on-the-go efficient and comfortable.
Content Creation
5.9
7.4
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is good for content creation, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
6.1
7.3
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is good for software development, while the Acer Aspire 1 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
5.2
6.3
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 1 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a good display for everyday tasks like browsing and streaming, the Dell's fair screen with its decent resolution and brightness will be more satisfying than the Acer's poor display, which might be dull and less sharp. For engineering and design work, where color accuracy matters, the Dell's moderate coverage of color gamuts will provide more accurate color representation, whereas the Acer will fall short, affecting the precision of your work. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the Acer's display will disappoint due to a subpar refresh rate and resolution, whereas the Dell, while not ideal for these uses, offers a fair experience due to its slightly better resolution and panel technology.
Battery
6.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 1 has 6 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has very good portability, while the Acer Aspire 1 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.5
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 1 has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$244
$600
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Acer Aspire 1 has a price of $244 and the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 costs $600.
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How the Acer Aspire 1 and the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 1 | Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$244 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 9.4'' x 0.78'' | 12'' x 8.2'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 2.91 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 12.04" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 8.17" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4500 | Intel i5-1245U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 36.7 Wh | 58 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 286 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 5.4/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 0 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Joshua Goldman | May 2020
"There are no surprises and nothing's extraordinary here but this laptop's price. For those in need of an inexpensive Windows laptop for undemanding tasks, though, the Acer Aspire 1 offers just enough to get the basics done and a larger screen to do them on."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
About Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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