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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 is generally more expensive and performs slightly better for intensive engineering tasks due to its better graphics card, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is lighter and more affordable, making it more suited for general use and portability. Both laptops are adequate for general use and have good battery life, but if you need stronger graphics performance for activities like 3D work or machine learning tasks, go for the Inspiron. If portability and cost savings are priorities and you mostly handle general productivity tasks, consider the Latitude. Both come with similar storage capacity, RAM, and build quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5420
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.5
6.3
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
279.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5330 for general use, and engineering and design.
For general use, both the Dell Inspiron 14 5420 and the Dell Latitude 5330 offer adequate resolution and brightness, making them suitable for tasks like browsing, document editing, and video streaming. However, in engineering and design, they may fall short in providing the wide color gamuts professionals need for precise color work, such as in Adobe RGB or DCI-P3. When it comes to 3D gaming, their refresh rates are lower than what avid gamers typically look for, and the moderate resolution and panel types do not offer the premium visuals or fluidity desired in high-end gaming experiences.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Dell Inspiron 14 5420 both have very good portability, though the Dell Latitude 5330 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$971
$590
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 has a price of $971 and the Dell Latitude 5330 costs $590.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.5
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
279.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 and Dell Latitude 5330 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 boasts a high-resolution screen and a dedicated Nvidia graphics card, making it suitable for tasks that require more graphic processing power, but with a slightly thicker and heavier build than the Dell Latitude 5330, which offers a lighter and more compact design with integrated graphics, ideal for on-the-go users prioritizing portability and longer battery life. Both models offer solid CPU and RAM capacity for general use, with the Latitude 5330 slightly edging out in overall portability due to its design despite having a smaller screen and lower storage capacity.
Gaming and AI
6.4
6.2
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 and Dell Latitude 5330 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 is equipped with an Nvidia MX570 GPU which offers better gaming and 3D performance than the integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics found in the Dell Latitude 5330, although both have a standard screen refresh rate of 60Hz which is not ideal for high-end gaming. Additionally, the Inspiron 14 5420 has a higher resolution screen that could enhance the visual experience, but its larger size and slightly higher weight reduce portability compared to the more compact and lighter Latitude 5330.
Engineering and Design
7.1
6.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 14 5420 to be good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 is suited for engineering and design largely due to its more powerful GPU which aids in graphics-intensive tasks, as well as a higher resolution screen that provides clearer and more detailed visuals. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5330, while having a slightly less powerful GPU, compensates with a lighter build for better portability, a higher contrast ratio screen for sharp image quality, and additional features like a premium business laptop designation that may appeal to professionals.
Content Creation
7.5
7.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 and Dell Latitude 5330 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
7.4
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 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 Dell Inspiron 14 5420 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
7.0
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Dell Inspiron 14 5420 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 Dell Inspiron 14 5420 and the Dell Latitude 5330 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 5420 | Dell Latitude 5330 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$971 | $590 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 12'' x 8.2'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.4 lbs | 2.65 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 12.04" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 8.17" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1255U | 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 | 10 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 58 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 279 nits | 286 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Nick Ross | March 2023
"If laptops were food, then the Dell Inspiron 14 5420 is arguably a Big Mac. There are cheaper and more expensive options, but this arguably represents the baseline of quality and value in the world of mobile computing… something that’s underlined by the attractive $1,279 price tag."
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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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