If performance for tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming is a priority, the Dell Latitude 5430 with its Intel graphics may offer better graphics performance than the Acer Aspire 3 14's AMD Radeon 610M. For general use, the Acer is an economical choice, yet has ample storage space. The Dell stands out for its professional features like extra ports, making it better suited for business environments. Portability is comparable, both have 14-inch screens and similar weights. The Dell's higher cost comes with upgraded features and potentially stronger performance, while the Acer provides basic functionality at a lower price point. 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 5430.
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5430
Good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
Build Quality
6.2/10
7.4/10
The Dell Latitude 5430 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
$790
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has a price of $434 and the Dell Latitude 5430 costs $790.
The Dell Latitude 5430 and Acer Aspire 3 14 are both good for general use.
The Acer Aspire 3 14's acceptable CPU and RAM handle everyday tasks adequately, while its portability and long battery life make it suitable for on-the-go use despite modest screen quality. Conversely, the Dell Latitude 5430 offers a comparable CPU and RAM, enhanced keyboard and build quality for frequent typing, and better heat management, at the expense of lesser storage and potentially higher cost, positioning it as a solid option for regular office use.
Gaming and AI
5.9/10
6.0/10
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 5430 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 3 14 and the Dell Latitude 5430 are both considered fair for gaming and 3D because they have moderate GPUs that can handle games and 3D applications but not at the highest settings or with optimal frame rates. Their screens also have average refresh rates that are suitable for casual gaming and general use, but won't provide the smoothest experience for more competitive or fast-paced gaming scenarios; additionally, while both have acceptable CPU performance and screen quality, they won't match the higher standards dedicated gaming laptops offer in these areas.
Engineering and Design
6.1/10
6.5/10
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5430 and Acer Aspire 3 14 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Acer Aspire 3 14 is fair for engineering and design because it has a capable AMD Ryzen CPU and Radeon GPU, which are suitable for such tasks, but the limited screen brightness and color coverage might affect the visualization of designs. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5430 offers similar CPU and RAM with a better port selection and build quality; however, its integrated Intel graphics may fall short for intensive graphical tasks, and it also has modest screen color performance which could be a limitation for design work.
Content Creation
7.2/10
7.2/10
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Aspire 3 14 and Dell Latitude 5430 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
7.1/10
7.1/10
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5430 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.
Screen Quality
6.1/10
6.1/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
The Acer Aspire 3 14 and the Dell Latitude 5430 have similar screen quality.
If you're using the laptop for everyday tasks like browsing the web and watching videos, both the Acer Aspire 3 and Dell Latitude 5430 offer screens that are adequate in resolution and brightness, but they may not stand out in terms of crispness or color vibrancy. For users involved in engineering and design work, who need accurate color reproduction, neither laptop will offer the color range necessary to see subtle differences in hues, which could affect the precision of your work. Gamers and those using 3D applications would find the refresh rate on both models limiting, leading to less fluid motion and potential screen tearing, although the resolution and panel types are passable for less demanding visual tasks.
Battery
9.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5430 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
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5430 and Acer Aspire 3 14 both have very good portability.
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Spec Comparison
Acer Aspire 3 14
Dell Latitude 5430
GENERAL
Price
Price
$434
$790
Release Date
Release Date
March 1, 2023
May 1, 2022
Overall Dimensions
Overall Dimensions
12.9'' x 8.5'' x 0.74''
12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.76''
Weight
Weight
3.09 lbs
3.01 lbs
Width
Width
12.9"
12.65"
Depth
Depth
8.5"
8.35"
INTERNAL
Processor
Processor
AMD Ryzen 5 7520U
Intel i5-1235U
RAM
RAM
8 GB
8 GB
DDR Memory Version
DDR Memory Version
5
4
RAM Slots
RAM Slots
0
2
Storage
Storage
512 GB
256 GB
Storage Slots
Storage Slots
1
1
Graphics
Graphics
AMD Radeon 610M
Iris Xe
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
No
No
GPU Type
GPU Type
GPU Memory (VRAM)
GPU Memory (VRAM)
Supports DLSS
Supports DLSS
No
No
Supports Ray Tracing
Supports Ray Tracing
No
No
BATTERY
Battery Life
Battery Life
9.5 Hours
9 Hours
Battery Capacity
Battery Capacity
40 Wh
58 Wh
SCREEN
Diagonal Size
Diagonal Size
14"
14"
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
248 nits
Screen Aspect Ratio
Screen Aspect Ratio
16:9
16:9
Pixel Density
Pixel Density
157.35 PPI
157.35 PPI
Contrast
Contrast
1470: 1
1430: 1
Display Response Time
Display Response Time
36 ms
41 ms
DCI-P3
DCI-P3
38 %
39 %
sRGB
sRGB
57 %
55 %
Adobe RGB
Adobe RGB
39 %
39 %
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS
Build Quality Score
Build Quality Score
6.3/10
7.4/10
Portability Score
Portability Score
8.4/10
8.4/10
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
Facial Recognition
Facial Recognition
No
No
Upper Side Temp (Max)
Upper Side Temp (Max)
41.7°C
Lower Side Temp (Max)
Lower Side Temp (Max)
35.6°C
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
28.8°C
Keyboard Lighting Color
Keyboard Lighting Color
White
White
Warranty Period
Warranty Period
1 year
1 year
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
Thunderbolt Ports
Thunderbolt Ports
0
2
DisplayPorts
DisplayPorts
0
0
HDMI Ports
HDMI Ports
1
1
Ethernet
Ethernet
No
Yes
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth Version
5.2
5.3
WiFi Version
WiFi Version
6
6E
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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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