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Updated June 22, 2024·

For general use, the Dell Latitude 5530 offers a better experience due to its larger screen, higher resolution, and more robust build quality, which is ideal for everyday tasks. However, it comes at a higher price point. The Acer Aspire Go 14, on the other hand, is more budget-friendly and still provides a decent performance for basic tasks with its AMD Ryzen processor and adequate RAM. If you're looking for a laptop that can handle more demanding tasks like gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning, the Dell with its Intel i5 processor and integrated Iris Xe graphics will deliver superior performance compared to the Acer's AMD Radeon 610M. For engineering tasks, the Dell's additional RAM and better processor will serve you well, offering faster computations and more efficient multitasking. The Acer, while less powerful, is more portable due to its smaller size and lighter weight, making it a good choice if you prioritize mobility over performance. Consider the Dell for its better screen colors, build quality, and keyboard, which are important for a comfortable and productive work environment. The Acer, however, has a higher screen pixel density, which can be beneficial for detailed visual work. Ultimately, if portability and budget are your primary concerns, the Acer Aspire Go 14 is a suitable choice. But if you value performance, screen quality, and build durability for more intensive use cases, the Dell Latitude 5530 is the better investment despite its higher cost. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Acer Aspire Go 14
  • Very good portability
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5530
  • Good for general use

Key differences

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General Use

6.7
Aspire Go 14
Latitude 5530
7.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
280.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Latitude 5530 is good for general use, while the Acer Aspire Go 14 is only fair.

Engineering and Design

6.2
Aspire Go 14
Latitude 5530
6.9
4.1/10
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 5530 and Acer Aspire Go 14 are both only fair for engineering and design, though the Dell Latitude 5530 is somewhat better.

Screen Quality

6.7
Aspire Go 14
Latitude 5530
6.3
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
280.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The Acer Aspire Go 14 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5530 for general use, and engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5530 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.

Portability

Very Good
Aspire Go 14
Latitude 5530
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Acer Aspire Go 14 has very good portability, while the Dell Latitude 5530 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.

Cost

$350
Aspire Go 14
Latitude 5530
$919
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The Acer Aspire Go 14 has a price of $350 and the Dell Latitude 5530 costs $919.
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Key similarities

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Gaming and AI

5.8
Aspire Go 14
Latitude 5530
6.2
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 5530 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire Go 14 is poor.

Content Creation

7.1
Aspire Go 14
Latitude 5530
7.4
4.1/10
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 5530 and Acer Aspire Go 14 are both good for content creation.

Software Development

7.0
Aspire Go 14
Latitude 5530
7.3
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5530 and Acer Aspire Go 14 are both good for software development.

Battery

9.0 Hours
Aspire Go 14
Latitude 5530
9.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire Go 14 has 9 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5530 has 9 hours of battery life.

Build Quality

7.4
Aspire Go 14
Latitude 5530
7.4
The Acer Aspire Go 14 and Dell Latitude 5530 both have good build quality.

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How the Acer Aspire Go 14 and the Dell Latitude 5530 compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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Acer Aspire Go 14Dell Latitude 5530
Acer Aspire Go 14Dell Latitude 5530

GENERAL

Price
$350
$919
Release Date
February 1, 2024May 1, 2022
Overall Dimensions
12.6'' x 8.9'' x 0.74''14.1'' x 9.2'' x 0.87''
Weight
3.22 lbs3.5 lbs
Width
12.6"14.09"
Depth
8.9"9.19"

INTERNAL

Processor
AMD Ryzen 3 7320UIntel i5-1245U
RAM
8 GB16 GB
DDR Memory Version
44
RAM Slots
02
Storage
128 GB256 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
9 Hours9 Hours
Battery Capacity
53 Wh58 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
14"15.6"
Display Technology
IPSIPS
Resolution
1920 x 12001920 x 1080
Refresh Rate
60Hz60Hz
Display Brightness
280 nits286 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
7.4/107.4/10
Portability Score
8.3/107.7/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
NoNo
Premium Business Laptop
NoYes
Fan Noise Score
8/108/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
7/107/10
Speaker Quality Score
8/108/10
Webcam
720p720p
Fingerprint Reader
N/ANo
Backlit Keyboard
NoYes
Number Pad
NoYes

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
22
USB-C ports
12
USB-C Charging
NoYes
Display Outputs
13
Thunderbolt Version
N/A4

Get a great deal on the Acer Aspire Go 14 or the Dell Latitude 5530

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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