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Updated January 10, 2024·
The decision between the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and the Dell Latitude 5330 should take into account your needs and preferences. The Inspiron line is generally targeted more towards everyday users and often features a balance between performance and affordability, which can be great for general use and multimedia tasks. The Latitude series, on the other hand, is aimed more at business users, with an emphasis on durability, security features, and sometimes, better support services, which could be advantageous if you are using the laptop for work in environments where these features are a priority. If the Inspiron is more expensive, it could offer better performance or a larger screen, which would be beneficial for tasks like photo or video editing. Consider how important portability and long battery life are to you because business-oriented models like the Latitude often prioritize these features to cater to users who travel frequently or work remotely. In contrast, the Inspiron may provide more power but could be heavier with a shorter battery life. If you need the laptop for more performance-heavy applications, the higher cost of the Inspiron might be justified. However, if you're looking for something that's more portable and has business-oriented features, and you're okay with potentially sacrificing some performance, the Latitude could be a better, more cost-effective fit. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5425
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3
6.3
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
279.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and the Dell Latitude 5330 have similar screen quality.
For general use, both the Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and Dell Latitude 5330 offer fair screen quality with adequate resolution and brightness, suitable for everyday tasks like web browsing and document editing. When it comes to engineering and design work, their displays provide only fair color accuracy, lacking the wide color gamuts necessary for precision in color-critical applications. For gaming and 3D applications, their screens fall short due to lower refresh rates, which limit the smoothness of motion and responsiveness that these activities typically require.
Battery
12.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 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.
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 5425 both have very good portability, though the Dell Latitude 5330 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$500
$849
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 has a price of $500 and the Dell Latitude 5330 costs $849.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
279.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and Dell Latitude 5330 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 offers a strong CPU and ample storage, alongside a 14-inch higher resolution screen that supports a wider color range, making it well-suited for daily tasks and content consumption, but it is slightly heavier and offers a bit less battery life. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5330, with a similarly capable CPU and good RAM, boasts superior portability due to its lighter weight and more compact size, and offers a longer battery life, which may better serve mobile professionals despite having less storage and a smaller, lower resolution display.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and Dell Latitude 5330 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 and Dell Latitude 5330 are both fair for gaming and 3D due to their integrated graphics solutions, with the Inspiron having an AMD Ryzen Vega 8 and the Latitude an Intel Iris Xe; neither are as powerful as dedicated gaming GPUs. They also have standard 60Hz refresh rates, which are satisfactory for casual gaming but not ideal for high-refresh-rate gaming that's preferred by enthusiasts. Both laptops have good CPUs and screen quality, but their GPU and refresh rate are the primary constraints.
Engineering and Design
7.0
6.9
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 14 5425 to be good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 is equipped with a powerful AMD Ryzen CPU and an integrated Vega GPU, with a larger, higher resolution screen, making it suitable for engineering and design tasks that can benefit from more screen space and strong processing with moderate graphics power.
Content Creation
7.5
7.4
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 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
7.5
7.3
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5425 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.
Build Quality
7.0
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Dell Inspiron 14 5425 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 5425 and the Dell Latitude 5330 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 5425 | Dell Latitude 5330 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $849 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.75'' | 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 | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | 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 | 12 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 | 1920 x 1200 | 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 | 8.1/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 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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Sascha Mölck | August 2022
"A slim chassis, an acceptable weight (1.6 kg) and a real-world battery life of almost 13 hours turn the Inspiron into a mobile companion. Good: The battery can not only be charged using Dell's proprietary power adapter, but also with a universal USB-C power adapter (min. 45 watts). Office and Internet applications are handled by the built-in combination of Ryzen 5 5625U APU and 16 GB of RAM just as easily as modest computer games. Heat and noise development are generally okay, but the laptop should work a bit quieter under full load."
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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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