The Dell Latitude 5330 is usually less expensive and lighter, making it more portable, with a good battery life suitable for general use. In contrast, the Dell Precision 5470 is pricier, slightly heavier, and offers a bigger battery. It has a more powerful CPU and dedicated graphics, making it better for 3D work, machine learning, and engineering tasks. Both have similar storage and RAM, lack touchscreens, and offer high brightness and color coverage. The Precision also has a higher portability score, indicating it's still relatively easy to carry despite its advanced features. Consider the Latitude for cost-effective, everyday computing, or the Precision if performance for demanding applications is a priority, and you’re okay with the higher cost and weight. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330
The Dell Latitude 5330 has no clear advantages over the Dell Precision 5470.
Advantages of the Dell Precision 5470
Good for engineering and design
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
6.7/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and Dell Latitude 5330 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Dell Precision 5470 is somewhat better.
The Dell Precision 5470 has a more powerful GPU which significantly enhances gaming and 3D performance, and potentially has a higher screen refresh rate for smoother visuals. In contrast, the Dell Latitude 5330 offers lower-tier gaming and 3D capabilities due to its less advanced GPU and standard refresh rate, although its CPU and screen quality are decent, they don't impact gaming as much as the GPU and refresh rate do.
Engineering and Design
6.9/10
7.8/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Precision 5470 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5330 is suitable for engineering and design due to its capable CPU (Intel i5-1245U) and integrated graphics, which along with 16GB of RAM, can handle moderate design tasks; however, the Dell Precision 5470, with a more powerful CPU (Intel i7-12700H), dedicated Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU, and superior screen quality, is better equipped for more demanding engineering applications and complex designs. Both laptops offer good portability, but the Precision 5470's higher spec components may affect its battery life and portability slightly, while both have good keyboard quality and are designed to maintain low operating noise levels, making them appropriate for professional work environments.
Screen Quality
6.3/10
7.3/10
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Dell Precision 5470 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5330 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Dell Latitude 5330's screen may not have the high resolution or brightness preferred for sharp, clear images in everyday tasks, and its limited color gamut may not render the precise colors needed for professional engineering and design work. The Dell Precision 5470 offers improved brightness and resolution for crisper text and more detailed images in general use, along with a wider color gamut for more accurate color representation in engineering and design applications. However, both models fall short for 3D applications as they lack the high refresh rates required for the smooth rendering of fast-moving visuals.
Build Quality
7.4/10
8.5/10
The Dell Precision 5470 has very good build quality, while the Dell Latitude 5330 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$849
$1,669
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a price of $849 and the Dell Precision 5470 costs $1,669.
The Dell Precision 5470 and Dell Latitude 5330 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5330, with its efficient CPU and ample RAM, is well-suited for general use, offering a balance of performance and portability with its lightweight design and long battery life. In contrast, the Dell Precision 5470 also caters to general use but steps up with a more powerful CPU and professional-grade GPU; its larger screen with superior screen quality will appeal to those who prioritize display and performance over the Latitude's advantage in portability and battery endurance.
Content Creation
7.4/10
7.8/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Precision 5470 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
7.3/10
7.7/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Dell Precision 5470 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
9.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The Dell Precision 5470 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
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Dell Precision 5470 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Dell Latitude 5330 and the Dell Precision 5470 compare to other laptops
"The Dell Precision 5470 is a mobile workstation that's far more portable than most alternatives. Between its slim 14-inch design and top-quality MIL-STD 810H build, it's one of the best options around for taking professional-grade performance on the road or to the job site. There are tradeoffs for its portability, and users of the most demanding, graphics-intensive applications will need to carry something heavier. But the Dell's exceptional battery life underscores its desirability as the most portable workstation we've seen."
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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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