If budget is a primary concern and you require a versatile, convertible design for casual use, the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 could be a suitable choice. The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1, while typically more expensive, often offers better build quality, stronger performance for business and multitasking, and may have more robust security features, making it well-suited for professional use. Consider the Dell if you rely on your laptop for work and require a durable, high-performing device, while the Acer could be suitable for everyday tasks and light productivity if you prefer to save money. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14
The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 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 overall build quality
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.5/10
7.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.7/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is good for general use, while the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 outshines the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 in general use due to a more powerful CPU and higher RAM, leading to smoother multitasking and faster performance. Additionally, the Dell has a higher screen quality for clearer visuals, longer battery life for extended use without charging, and greater portability due to its lighter weight and more compact size, making it more convenient for users on-the-go.
Engineering and Design
5.9/10
6.9/10
3.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 is poor.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 offers superior CPU and RAM, which are crucial for the demanding software used in engineering and design, and it has a higher quality screen for precise visual work. The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14, while more budget-friendly, has modest performance in comparison and is better suited for less intensive tasks, although it still maintains a level of portability and decent keyboard quality for everyday use.
Screen Quality
6.2/10
6.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1200
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 Spin 14 for content creation, and software development.
Laptops with fair screen quality like the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 and the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 offer satisfactory displays for everyday tasks due to adequate resolution and brightness levels, but they are not at the high end in those aspects. For engineering and design, these screens may not cover a wide color gamut, resulting in less vibrant and accurate colors which are critical for professional graphic work. When it comes to 3D and gaming, the screen's refresh rate on these models is likely not high enough to deliver the smooth visuals that are necessary for an optimal experience, and while their resolution and panel types are acceptable, they may not meet the demands of enthusiast gamers or professionals in 3D modeling.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 both have very good portability, though the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.2/10
7.4/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$418
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The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 has a price of $418 and the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 costs $600.
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 Spin 14 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 and the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 both offer integrated graphics, meaning while they can handle less demanding games and 3D tasks, they won't provide the smoothest experience in graphically intense scenarios due to limitations in GPU power and screen refresh rates. Their CPUs and screen quality, while decent, contribute somewhat to their gaming and 3D capabilities, but cannot compensate for the more critical need for a dedicated GPU and higher refresh rates that demanding applications require.
Content Creation
7.0/10
7.4/10
3.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
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 Spin 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
6.9/10
7.3/10
3.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 to be good for software development, while the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 has 8 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.
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How the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 and the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 compare to other laptops
Olivier Martin, Ryan Lim, and Yannick Khong | November 2023
"The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 is okay for school use. It feels reasonably well-built, and its compact design makes it easy to carry around. The battery lasts around seven hours of light use, so you only have to plug it in for a short time to get through a typical school day. The overall user experience is so-so; the display looks sharp but dim, and the touchpad is fairly responsive, albeit small."
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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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