The decision between the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and the Dell Latitude 5530 depends on your needs. If you prioritize higher performance for demanding tasks like video editing or design software, the MacBook Pro is likely the stronger choice, but it's heavier, making it less ideal for travel. The MacBook also has a larger, high-resolution display, which is great for creative work, but this can also affect battery life. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude is typically more budget-friendly and might offer better portability and battery life, which is beneficial for on-the-go use like business travel or commuting. It's also worth considering the operating system; the MacBook Pro runs macOS, which is preferred by some for its ecosystem and user experience, while the Latitude runs Windows, which may be required for certain business environments or software compatibility. Choose the MacBook Pro for more power and a better display if that's a priority and macOS suits your workflow, or the Dell Latitude for a more budget-conscious, portable option that runs Windows. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019)
Good for engineering and design
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Best in class overall build quality
Very good battery life
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5530
The Dell Latitude 5530 has no clear advantages over the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019).
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.5/10
6.9/10
4.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5530 is only fair.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) packs a more powerful Intel i7 processor, superior AMD graphics, and a high-resolution screen with excellent color accuracy, making it particularly suited for demanding engineering software and design tasks.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.4/10
4.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) is very good for content creation, while the Dell Latitude 5530 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
7.9/10
7.3/10
4.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and Dell Latitude 5530 are both good for software development, though the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) 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
7.8/10
6.3/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
477.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5530 for general use, AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 boasts a high-resolution display that is bright and vivid, offering a more enjoyable experience for everyday tasks and detailed work in engineering and design due to its wider color gamut that covers more DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB. The Dell Latitude 5530's display, while satisfactory for day-to-day activities, may not be as sharp or bright and lacks the extensive color range, making it less ideal for professional design work where color accuracy is crucial. Neither the MacBook Pro nor the Latitude 5530 is optimized for 3D applications or gaming, as their screens don't support high refresh rates, which are paramount for smooth movement and gameplay.
Battery
12.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has 12 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.
Build Quality
10.0/10
7.4/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) has best in class build quality, while the Dell Latitude 5530 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$540
$919
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) has a price of $540 and the Dell Latitude 5530 costs $919.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and Dell Latitude 5530 are both good for general use.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) is appreciated for general use due to its strong CPU, ample RAM, high-resolution screen that provides rich color accuracy and brightness; plus, despite its significant weight, it has a long battery life. The Dell Latitude 5530 also suits general use with its capable CPU, plenty of RAM, a good quality screen, though lower in resolution compared to the MacBook, lighter weight for easier portability, and reliable heat management; however, its battery life is shorter.
Gaming and AI
6.4/10
6.2/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
3072 x 1920
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 Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and Dell Latitude 5530 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) is equipped with an AMD Radeon Pro 5300M GPU and a 60Hz screen, which provides a fair experience for 3D applications but not the optimal performance for high-end gaming, particularly considering many popular games do not run on macOS.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and Dell Latitude 5530 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and the Dell Latitude 5530 compare to other laptops
"The Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023: M2 Max challenges GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. The new MacBook Pro 16 2023 with the M2 Max SoC is the most powerful laptop Apple has on sale right now. While we do not get the expected performance and efficiency improvements from completely new 3 nm chips, which we expected ahead of the launch, the 2023 model is still a solid update. The CPU of the M2 Max can be up to 20 % faster than the old model and we also see an advantage of 25-30 % for the GPU with 38 cores. However, both components also consume more power, so the efficiency did not change that much under maximum load."
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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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