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Updated January 10, 2024·
For gaming or intensive engineering tasks that require a powerful processor and graphics card, the ASUS TUF Gaming A17, with a larger screen and higher battery capacity, might be a better option, despite being heavier and therefore less portable than the Dell Latitude 5330. However, the Dell Latitude 5330 offers portability, a higher-resolution screen, and is less expensive, making it more suited for general use, everyday business tasks, or if you require a machine easier to carry around. The choice largely depends on whether performance or portability and cost are more important for your specific needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A17
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330
- Very good portability
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.1
6.2
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 offers superior gaming and 3D experiences due to its high-performance Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics card and a screen refresh rate of 144 Hz, which enhance visual fidelity and fluidity in fast-paced games. In contrast, the Dell Latitude 5330, while capable of handling basic 3D tasks, is limited by its integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and a lower refresh rate of 60 Hz, which results in less graphical power and a less smooth gaming experience.
Engineering and Design
8.3
6.9
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 outperforms in engineering and design due to its more powerful AMD Ryzen 9 CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU, larger RAM capacity, and superior screen size, which are crucial for resource-intensive tasks; however, it's less portable than the Dell Latitude 5330. The Dell Latitude 5330, with its professional Intel i5 CPU and integrated graphics, offers good performance for engineering and design, and its compact size and lower weight make it more portable, despite its smaller screen and lesser performance compared to the ASUS.
Content Creation
8.1
7.4
9.2/10
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 ASUS TUF Gaming A17 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.
Screen Quality
6.8
6.3
17.3in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
253.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5330 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, laptops like the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 and Dell Latitude 5330 with fair screen quality may have satisfactory resolution and brightness, but might not stand out in terms of exceptional color accuracy or viewing angles, which can affect the overall viewing experience. Engineers and designers may find these laptops' displays to be fair, as they offer adequate color representation for most tasks but lack the wider color gamuts necessary for high-end color work, potentially impacting the precision of their designs. When it comes to 3D and gaming, the importance of a high refresh rate for smooth motion is not met by these laptops, and while the resolution and panel type may be adequate, gamers and 3D professionals will likely seek better performance for an immersive experience.
Portability
Fair
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
13.3in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5330 has very good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,552
$590
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has a price of $1,552 and the Dell Latitude 5330 costs $590.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
253.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
6.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A17 to be very good for general use, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17, with its larger screen, higher graphics capability, and longer battery life, excels in CPU and RAM performance, making it suitable for both gaming and general use. Meanwhile, the Dell Latitude 5330 offers greater portability due to its lighter weight and smaller screen size, along with a better keyboard and quieter operation, which still makes it a solid option for general use despite its less powerful CPU and less RAM.
Software Development
7.7
7.3
9.2/10
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 ASUS TUF Gaming A17 and Dell Latitude 5330 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.
Battery
10.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has 10 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.
Build Quality
7.2
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5330 and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 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 ASUS TUF Gaming A17 and the Dell Latitude 5330 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS TUF Gaming A17 | Dell Latitude 5330 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,552 | $590 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 10.4'' x 0.9'' | 12'' x 8.2'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 2.65 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.55" | 12.04" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.39" | 8.17" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS | 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 | 10 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 58 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 253 nits | 286 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 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 | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 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 | 2 | 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 | N/A | 4 | |
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Alex Iliev | April 2022
"There is one big question that needs an answer. Is the TUF Gaming A17 FA707 a better purchase than the ROG Strix G17 G713R (2022)? Well, it depends. Undoubtedly, the Strix is the more premium product. Arguably the biggest advantage it has over its TUF fellow is in regards to the display. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 A707’s IPS panel has a Full HD resolution, comfortable viewing angles, and a very good contrast ratio."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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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