If you’re seeking value for money and mainly engage in everyday tasks like web browsing, the Acer Swift 3 offers a balance of performance and affordability, though with possibly less premium build quality than the Dell. The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1, while typically more expensive, provides versatility with its convertible design, suitable for presentations or using as a tablet, and may have better support and durability for business environments. Carefully consider if the Dell's added features justify its higher cost based on your specific needs for flexibility and how you intend to use your laptop. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift 3
Good for engineering and design
Very good battery life
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1
Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.8/10
6.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
309.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The Acer Swift 3 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5330 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Acer Swift 3 offers a display with a higher resolution and brightness, which enhances the clarity and visibility for general productivity tasks as well as the detail and precision necessary for engineering applications, but it lacks the high refresh rate needed for smooth rendering in 3D applications and gaming. The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1, with a screen that has moderate resolution and brightness, provides an adequate viewing experience for everyday tasks and some level of detail for engineering and design work, although it may not fully cover the color gamuts professionals in these fields may require. Neither of these laptops have displays with high enough refresh rates for optimal gaming and 3D work, which can be a drawback for users focused on those activities.
Battery
12.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Acer Swift 3 has 12 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.
Cost
$500
$600
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The Acer Swift 3 has a price of $500 and the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 costs $600.
The Acer Swift 3 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 are both good for general use.
The Acer Swift 3 offers solid performance for everyday tasks with its capable CPU and sufficient RAM, while its screen quality and battery life make it a reliable choice for those prioritizing longevity and visual clarity during use. The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1, on the other hand, blends versatility and portability with its flexible design and lightweight build, making it ideal for users who need to adapt to different working environments and move around often, without significant compromises on performance and screen quality.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
6.2/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Acer Swift 3 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Swift 3 provides an adequate balance between price and performance, offering moderate graphics performance that can handle less demanding games and 3D tasks, but its screen refresh rate isn't ideal for high-end gaming. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1's focus on versatility means its graphics capabilities and refresh rate are tailored more for business tasks rather than intense gaming or 3D rendering.
Engineering and Design
7.1/10
6.9/10
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Swift 3 to be good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is only fair.
The Acer Swift 3, with a robust CPU, ample RAM, and a dedicated GPU, supports the demanding tasks in engineering and design, and its high-quality screen provides clarity for detailed work. While the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 also offers good CPU and RAM for such tasks, its 2-in-1 design and touchscreen provide versatility in use, though it may not match the Acer in graphics performance for the most intensive design applications.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.4/10
7.1/10
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 Acer Swift 3 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 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
7.6/10
7.3/10
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Swift 3 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 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
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Swift 3 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.4/10
The Acer Swift 3 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 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 Swift 3 and the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 compare to other laptops
"With the Swift 3, Acer delivers a 14-inch laptop with a sleek, slim metal chassis. The latter is of high quality and sturdy enough for everyday use, which is a real plus point among the 700-Euro (~$798) models. A new feature is Thunderbolt 4 in the Type-C format for peripherals or even displays (DisplayPort via Type-C). Unfortunately, a card reader is still missing, and the RAM is completely onboard, so there are no upgrade options here. Acer's 14-incher is affordable, yet it does everything most would want from a truly mobile laptop: Long battery life, a great display, quality, sufficient ports, light weight, and low noise and heat emissions."
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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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