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Updated March 21, 2024·
If you prioritize a larger screen and value for money, the Dell Inspiron might suit you well, especially for general use or media consumption, but the Latitude, being a 2-in-1, offers versatility for presentations and touch-based applications. The Latitude typically offers better build quality and additional business features, making it suitable for professional use where durability and flexibility are key, albeit at a higher price point. For extensive travel or field work, the Latitude's portability and potentially longer battery life would be beneficial, but if performance for tasks like video editing or heavier workloads is a priority, the Inspiron's larger size may indicate better cooling and possibly higher specs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5620
- Good for engineering and design
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1
- Very good portability
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2
6.3
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5330 for content creation.
When considering screen quality for general use, both the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 have adequate resolution and brightness but may lack the more vibrant panel types that enhance user experience. For engineering and design purposes, their screens provide appropriate detail for most tasks but lack wider color gamuts essential for precision color work needed in professional design environments. While navigating 3D environments, the absence of high refresh rates on both models means less fluid motion, although resolution and panel type may still provide a satisfactory visual experience for casual use.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$500
$600
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has a price of $500 and the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 costs $600.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
286.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.7/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620, with a strong CPU and ample RAM, delivers reliable performance and a high-quality screen for everyday tasks and media consumption, while its larger size may reduce portability and battery life somewhat. The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1, on the other hand, offers a balance of good performance, portability thanks to its smaller, convertible design, and a potentially longer battery life, making it versatile for general use while providing a tactile keyboard and decent storage, though its speakers and heat management may not match the Inspiron's.
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
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 offers a decent GPU which is integral for gaming and 3D applications, and its screen refresh rate ensures smooth visuals, though it is limited by average screen quality. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 also has a fair GPU for such tasks and benefits from a high-quality screen, but its refresh rate may not be as suited for high-speed gaming scenarios.
Engineering and Design
7.0
6.9
6.4/10
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 16 5620 to be good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620, with its robust CPU and ample RAM, handles demanding software efficiently, and its high-quality screen and dedicated GPU are beneficial for design tasks, whereas the Latitude 5330 2-in-1 offers flexibility in use with its convertible design and portability, despite typically having less powerful GPUs, making it a trade-off between higher performance and versatility. Both models would have decent keyboards for typing, but the Inspiron might have an edge in speaker quality, and if keeping the workspace quiet is essential, consider the operating noise, which could be lesser in the Latitude due to its likely lower-power components.
Content Creation
7.6
7.4
6.4/10
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 16 5620 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 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
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 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
8.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 16 5620 has 8 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 2-in-1 and Dell Inspiron 16 5620 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 16 5620 and the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 16 5620 | Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.68'' | 12'' x 8.2'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.12 lbs | 2.91 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 12.04" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 8.17" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | 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 | 8 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 58 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 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 | 265 nits | 286 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 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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Brett Venter | January 2023
"If the world is exciting enough right now, you can do far worse than a solid performer that you know will get the job done. Our review model is as powerful as you'd want an office machine to be unless you're performing specialist tasks and the price point is pretty attractive (unless work will let you have a MacBook Air instead)."
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