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Updated March 22, 2024·
For someone on a budget, the Acer Aspire may be appealing due to its lower cost. However, if your needs include better performance, perhaps for more demanding applications or multitasking, the additional investment in the Dell Latitude may be justified. Additionally, the 2-in-1 feature of the Dell offers increased versatility, allowing it to be used as a tablet for presentations or media consumption. The Dell may also offer better build quality and potentially longer battery life, which could be important if you're frequently on the move or away from power outlets. Consider your primary uses: if they're everyday tasks like web browsing or document editing, the Acer could suffice, but for a more robust and flexible computing experience, especially in a business or creative environment, the Dell may be the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 3 14
- The Acer Aspire 3 14 has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1.
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.1
6.9
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and Acer Aspire 3 14 are both only fair for engineering and design, though the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is somewhat better.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 outperforms the Acer Aspire 3 14 in engineering and design tasks because it has superior CPU, RAM, and GPU capabilities which are critical for demanding software, in addition to better screen quality for precise visuals. The Acer, while more affordable and sufficiently capable for less-intensive tasks, may lag in performance and display fidelity, but offers advantages in portability and quieter operation, making it a practical choice for everyday use and light engineering work.
Screen Quality
6.1
6.3
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 3 14 for general use, and content creation.
For general use, both the Acer Aspire 3 and the Dell Latitude 5330 offer screens with acceptable clarity, color, and visibility, but they may lack the crispness and vibrancy found in higher resolution displays with better panel technologies. When considering engineering and design work, these laptops may fall short in delivering the wide color gamuts professionals need for accurate color representation and detail. Gamers and 3D artists, however, require smooth motion and quick screen refreshes, which these laptops don't prioritize, possibly making them less suitable for high-speed gaming or complex 3D rendering.
Build Quality
6.2
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$434
$600
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has a price of $434 and the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 costs $600.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.0
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.7/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and Acer Aspire 3 14 are both good for general use.
The Acer Aspire 3 14, with its adequate CPU and RAM, ensures smooth operation for everyday tasks, while its screen quality, light weight, and long battery life make it an excellent choice for users prioritizing portability and extended use. The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 similarly delivers reliable performance for general use, offering a high-quality keyboard for comfortable typing and a convertible design that adapts to different working environments, with enough battery life to get through a workday.
Gaming and AI
5.9
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
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 3 14's graphics processing unit (GPU) and screen refresh rate provide an adequate experience for casual gaming and basic 3D applications but may not handle intensive gaming or high-end 3D modeling smoothly. Similarly, the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1's GPU and screen refresh rate support fair gaming and 3D capabilities, with added flexibility for presentations and touch-based input, yet also falls short for demanding tasks due to its hardware limitations.
Content Creation
7.2
7.4
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and Acer Aspire 3 14 are both good for content creation.
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
7.1
7.3
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and Acer Aspire 3 14 are both good for software development.
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.
Battery
9.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has 9.5 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
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and Acer Aspire 3 14 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Acer Aspire 3 14 and the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 3 14 | Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$434 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.9'' x 8.5'' x 0.74'' | 12'' x 8.2'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 2.91 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.9" | 12.04" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.5" | 8.17" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 7520U | Intel i5-1245U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 40 Wh | 58 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 286 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 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 | 6.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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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