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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize gaming or doing intensive 3D, machine learning, or engineering tasks, the Acer Predator Helios 16 stands out with superior graphics and processing power, but it is heavier and has shorter battery life, making it less portable. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5330 is lighter with longer battery life, making it highly portable and suitable for general use, but it may fall short in demanding tasks due to its less powerful processor and graphics. Consider the Acer for performance-intensive activities, and the Dell if you need mobility and battery life for everyday tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Helios 16
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330
- Very good portability
- Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
8.0
7.5
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
498.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
6.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for general use, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is good.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 offers high performance with a top-end CPU and a powerful graphics card, ample storage, and a high-quality, large screen ideal for media and gaming, but it's less portable and has shorter battery life compared to the Dell Latitude 5330, which offers sufficient performance for general use, a professional look, longer battery life, and is significantly lighter, making it highly portable and suited for business or on-the-go tasks.
Gaming and AI
8.5
6.2
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 outperforms the Dell Latitude 5330 for gaming and 3D due to its superior Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 240Hz, which are essential for graphics-heavy tasks and smooth visuals. In contrast, the Dell Latitude 5330, with its Intel i5-1245U Iris Xe integrated graphics and a standard refresh rate of 60Hz, is designed to cater to less demanding use cases, making it less suitable for intensive gaming or 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.7
6.9
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair.
The Acer Predator Helios 16, with a high-end Intel i7 processor and Nvidia RTX GPU, is designed for demanding applications and tasks, featuring a larger, higher resolution screen with superior color coverage, which benefits engineering and design work.
Content Creation
8.2
7.4
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for content creation, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is good.
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
7.9
7.3
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and Dell Latitude 5330 are both good for software development, though the Acer Predator Helios 16 is somewhat better.
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
8.8
6.3
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
498.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5330 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize crisp visuals and color accuracy for tasks like document editing, web browsing, or video viewing, then the Acer Predator Helios 16 with its superior panel type, resolution, and brightness would be best, though it has a lower refresh rate unsuitable for high-end gaming. Meanwhile, the Dell Latitude 5330 provides adequate screen quality for general tasks and would work well for basic engineering and design needs, but its screen doesn't offer the vibrancy or detail required for more sophisticated visual work. For gaming or 3D modeling where fluid motion is key, both laptops fall short, but if portability and battery life are also important to you, the Dell's typically lighter build and longer-lasting battery might be worth considering.
Battery
6.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has 6.5 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
Fair
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5330 has very good portability, while the Acer Predator Helios 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,526
$849
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a price of $1,526 and the Dell Latitude 5330 costs $849.
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Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and Dell Latitude 5330 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Acer Predator Helios 16 and the Dell Latitude 5330 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Predator Helios 16 | Dell Latitude 5330 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,526 | $849 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10.9'' x 1'' | 12'' x 8.2'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 2.65 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.15" | 12.04" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.88" | 8.17" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700HX | Intel i5-1245U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 58 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 498 nits | 286 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.4/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | 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 | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 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 | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Samuel Horti | June 2023
"The Predator Helios 16 stacks up well against its closest competition in benchmark comparisons. The Acer Predator Helios 16 isn't perfect. It's bulky, its lid feels flimsy and some of its keys are just too damned small – but none of its problems are fatal, and it shines where it counts. The powerful graphics and processor combo are spot on for this price point, the fans stop it getting hot under pressure, and the display is as good as you’ll find under $2,500. It's simply one of the best laptops to play demanding games on."
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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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