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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Aspire 5 17 is more affordable and features a larger screen, which is ideal for users who prefer bigger displays and do not prioritize portability as much. It also offers more storage space out of the box. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5431, while slightly more expensive, provides more RAM for better multitasking and a more powerful processor for demanding tasks. It is lighter and has a longer battery life, making it more suitable for users who need to work on the go. Both laptops are equipped with backlit keyboards and similar integrated graphics; however, the Dell stands out as a premium business laptop and offers additional ports such as Ethernet and Thunderbolt. Neither laptop is intended for intensive gaming, but both can handle general use and lightweight engineering applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 5 17
- The Acer Aspire 5 17 has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5431.
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2
6.1
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
266.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
241.0 nits
The Acer Aspire 5 17 and the Dell Latitude 5431 have similar screen quality.
Within a general use context, both the Acer Aspire 5 17 and the Dell Latitude 5431 offer acceptable visual clarity and brightness for everyday tasks such as browsing and office applications, but may lack in resolution or panel quality for more discerning users. For those engaged in engineering and design, the importance placed on accurate color reproduction means that the fair screen quality might be limiting in terms of color depth and range, potentially affecting detailed work that relies on precise color matching. On the other hand, when it comes to gaming and 3D tasks, both laptops' displays fall short due to slower refresh rates and perhaps only modest resolution or screen technology, which can detract from the immersion and fluidity expected in high-action visual content.
Battery
7.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 5 17 has 7 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5431 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
Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Acer Aspire 5 17 both have good portability, though the Dell Latitude 5431 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5431 has good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 5 17 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$700
$950
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Acer Aspire 5 17 has a price of $700 and the Dell Latitude 5431 costs $950.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.3
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
266.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
241.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Acer Aspire 5 17 are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.2
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Acer Aspire 5 17 and Dell Latitude 5431 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Aspire 5 17 and Dell Latitude 5431 are both fair for gaming and 3D applications because they have integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics cards, which can handle entry-level gaming and 3D work but are not designed for high-end gaming or professional 3D rendering. Additionally, both laptops have screen refresh rates capped at 60Hz, which is adequate for some gaming scenarios but won't provide the smoother visuals preferred for competitive or high-speed gaming that higher refresh rates deliver.
Engineering and Design
6.7
6.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Acer Aspire 5 17 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude 5431 is better suited for engineering and design tasks with more RAM for handling complex applications, a processor with better performance for demanding software, and a superior screen pixel density for sharper images, despite having smaller storage capacity than the Acer Aspire 5 17. While the Acer Aspire 5 17 offers a larger screen which may be preferred for design work, it has less RAM and a less powerful processor, which could slow down intensive tasks, and its larger size makes it less portable than the Dell Latitude 5431.
Content Creation
7.2
7.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Acer Aspire 5 17 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
7.2
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Acer Aspire 5 17 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.
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How the Acer Aspire 5 17 and the Dell Latitude 5431 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 5 17 | Dell Latitude 5431 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$700 | $950 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.8'' x 10.1'' x 0.71'' | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.96'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.61 lbs | 3.3 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.83" | 12.65" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.1" | 8.35" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | Intel i5-1250P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 50.3 Wh | 64 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 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 | 266 nits | 241 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.3/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Marcus Schwarten | March 2021
"The Acer Aspire 5 17 laptop shows the expected strengths in the test. Besides the usual high build quality, the configuration convinces in most benchmarks and tests. The combination of CPU, GPU, and RAM is absolutely sufficient for the everyday office and browsing tasks of a laptop. It also renders the odd game passably if the requirements aren't too high. We liked the matte display in the test as well as the fairly manageable dimensions despite the screen size. It can also be used outdoors, even if it's certainly not a laptop designed for mobility."
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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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