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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Predator Triton 300 offers better performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and other intensive tasks, including gaming, thanks to its more powerful GPU. However, it's heavier, less portable, and has shorter battery life. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5530 is lighter, more portable, and offers longer battery life, making it suitable for general use and on-the-go productivity, but it's less capable for demanding applications due to its integrated graphics. The Dell is also generally more affordable. If your priority is gaming or heavyweight tasks, the Acer might be the right choice; if not, the Dell would be more practical for everyday use and travel. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Triton 300
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5530
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.1
6.2
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5530 is only fair.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 offers a superior gaming and 3D experience primarily because it features a dedicated Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card and a high screen refresh rate of 144Hz, compared to the Dell Latitude 5530's integrated Iris Xe graphics and a standard refresh rate of 60Hz; this means the Acer will render graphics much more smoothly and provide a more immersive experience for fast-paced games and demanding 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.5
6.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5530 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Screen Quality
7.3
6.3
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5530 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has a good screen for general use and engineering due to its high resolution and brightness, which make for clear and vibrant display, while color gamut coverage enhances accuracy for design tasks. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rate hinders fast-paced visuals, impacting the experience negatively. Conversely, the Dell Latitude 5530's screen offers a balance suited for productivity and general tasks with its respectable resolution and brightness, but neither color range for creative work nor refresh rate for gaming are optimized in this model.
Battery
5.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5530 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.
Cost
$1,150
$919
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has a price of $1,150 and the Dell Latitude 5530 costs $919.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Dell Latitude 5530 and Acer Predator Triton 300 are both good for general use.
The Acer Predator Triton 300, with its powerful CPU and dedicated GPU, is well-suited for tasks that require high performance, but it has a lower battery life and is heavier, which could be a drawback for those who prioritize portability and longer use on a single charge. Conversely, the Dell Latitude 5530 provides longer battery life and is lighter, making it highly portable and ideal for on-the-go use, but it sacrifices some performance due to its less powerful CPU and integrated graphics.
Content Creation
7.3
7.4
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 5530 and Acer Predator Triton 300 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
7.3
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5530 and Acer Predator Triton 300 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Latitude 5530 and Acer Predator Triton 300 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
7.4
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and Dell Latitude 5530 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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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Predator Triton 300 | Dell Latitude 5530 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,150 | $919 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10'' x 0.78'' | 14.1'' x 9.2'' x 0.87'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.41 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.9" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-11800H | Intel i5-1245U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 59 Wh | 58 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 286 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 7.7/10 | |
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 | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Mike Wobker | December 2020
"In our particular review configuration, the Acer Predator Triton 300 turned out to be a fairly powerful gaming notebook. Both CPU and GPU performance were at a high level, and the aluminum case turned out to be fairly robust. Only the display lid could have been a bit more robust. For customers on a budget that do not mind tinkering with the device’s fan management the Acer Predator Triton 300 can be worth a closer look."
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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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