When choosing between the Apple MacBook Air and the Dell Latitude 2-in-1, consider that the MacBook Air generally offers sleek design, long battery life, and is better for multimedia tasks due to its high-quality display and sound, while the Dell Latitude 2-in-1 is typically more affordable, offers the versatility of a touchscreen with a foldable design for tablet use, and may better integrate with business environments that rely on Windows-based software. If you prioritize a lightweight machine with strong performance for everyday tasks and creative work, the MacBook Air is excellent, whereas if you seek flexibility and cost savings for business applications, the Dell Latitude 2-in-1 is a practical choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Air (2022)
Good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Good overall display quality
Best in class overall build quality
Excellent portability
Excellent battery life
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has no clear advantages over the Apple MacBook Air (2022).
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.5/10
6.9/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
4.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is only fair.
The Apple MacBook Air, with its efficient CPU, ample RAM, and high-quality screen, provides a reliable and sharp display for design tasks, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 offers flexible versatility with a high-quality keyboard and multi-mode use but may not handle graphics-intensive tasks as smoothly due to its GPU limits. Both are relatively portable and quiet, but for engineering software that is more demanding, the MacBook's performance edge becomes more noticeable.
Content Creation
7.9/10
7.4/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2560 x 1664
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 are both good for content creation, though the Apple MacBook Air (2022) is somewhat better.
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
8.0/10
7.3/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1664
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
10.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) is very good for software development, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is good.
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
7.6/10
6.3/10
13.6in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1664
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
486.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Air has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5330 for general use, AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The MacBook Air boasts a high-resolution display which, coupled with excellent brightness and premium panel technology, provides a crisp and vivid visual experience suitable for general use and detail-oriented tasks like engineering and design, but it lacks a high refresh rate, which is crucial for smooth visuals in 3D applications. The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 offers an average resolution and brightness with a decent panel, making it serviceable for day-to-day tasks and some professional work, but it fails to provide the wide color gamut required for precision in color-sensitive engineering and design tasks. Additionally, its lower refresh rate makes it less optimal for gaming and 3D work, where a fluid display is key to an immersive experience.
Battery
15.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Air has 15 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
Excellent
Very Good
13.6in
SIZE
13.3in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.4in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) has excellent portability, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
10.0/10
7.4/10
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) has best in class build quality, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$899
$600
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) has a price of $899 and the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 costs $600.
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 are both good for general use.
The Apple MacBook Air, with its efficient CPU and high-resolution screen, offers a seamless experience for everyday tasks and multimedia consumption while being lightweight and having long battery life, making it ideal for on-the-go users. The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1, with a focus on versatility, combines decent processing power and memory with a touch screen and pen support, providing flexibility for various general-use scenarios, and it also benefits from a sturdy build and good battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.4/10
6.2/10
4.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1664
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Apple MacBook Air, with its efficient but not top-tier GPU and a standard refresh rate screen, isn't the optimal choice for gaming and 3D rendering but can handle some less demanding tasks in those areas. The Dell Latitude, while also not specialized for high-end gaming or 3D applications, has a more compatible GPU for these purposes and with Windows OS it offers broader gaming compatibility, although limited by its standard refresh rates and screen quality.
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How the Apple MacBook Air (2022) and the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 compare to other laptops
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About Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
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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