The Dell Latitude 5330, being less expensive and lighter, offers good portability and a solid choice for general business use, with features like a fingerprint reader, a multitude of ports including Thunderbolt, and a respectable battery life which makes it practical for on-the-go use. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aorus 7, despite being more expensive and heavier, delivers significantly better performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming, thanks to its more powerful processor and dedicated Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics card. It also offers a larger screen with a much higher refresh rate which is beneficial for fast-paced gaming and intensive tasks but has a lower battery life which affects its portability for mobile use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330
Very good portability
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 7
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
7.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5330 uses an integrated GPU suitable for basic tasks, with a standard screen refresh rate, which limits its gaming and 3D capabilities. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aorus 7 is equipped with a dedicated Nvidia GPU and a much higher screen refresh rate, significantly enhancing its performance for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
6.9/10
8.1/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 is better for engineering and design since it has a more powerful CPU and a dedicated GPU which significantly outperforms the integrated GPU found in the Dell Latitude 5330; this is crucial for tasks that require intensive computation and graphics processing such as 3D modeling or simulation. However, the Latitude 5330 is lighter and more portable with comparatively lower operating noise, making it more suitable for on-the-go use where these factors are prioritized over raw performance.
Screen Quality
6.3/10
8.3/10
13.3in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
351.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5330 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
For general use, the Dell Latitude 5330's screen may offer adequate brightness and resolution for everyday tasks, while the Gigabyte Aorus 7 provides higher resolution and brightness, making it better for viewing fine details and use in various lighting conditions. In engineering and design, the Aorus 7's wider color gamuts allow for more accurate color representation, which is critical for precise work, although the Latitude's color representation is sufficient for less demanding design tasks. However, for 3D and gaming, both laptops fall short on refresh rate, which is crucial for smooth motion; though the Aorus 7's better resolution and panel technology still make it more suitable for 3D work compared to the Latitude 5330.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 7 has 6 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
Fair
13.3in
SIZE
17.3in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Dell Latitude 5330 has very good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 7 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$590
$1,190
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a price of $590 and the Gigabyte Aorus 7 costs $1,190.
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 and Dell Latitude 5330 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5330 is suited for general use with its ample RAM, capable processor for everyday tasks, high brightness, and lightweight design offering significant portability and long battery life. Meanwhile, the Gigabyte Aorus 7 provides a larger screen with higher color coverage for vibrant visuals and superior storage, but it is less portable due to its heavier weight and has a shorter battery life, although both laptops offer solid performance with equal amounts of RAM and high-quality keyboards.
Content Creation
7.4/10
7.6/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 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
7.4/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 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
7.4/10
7.4/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Gigabyte Aorus 7 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 Latitude 5330 and the Gigabyte Aorus 7 compare to other laptops
"The Gigabyte Aorus 7 is a gaming laptop that is pitched at perhaps the hardest market to get right: the mid-range. So, unlike high-end gaming laptops that can throw the latest and greatest components together in a bid to attract gamers with plenty of money to spend, or budget gaming laptops that can make wise cuts that are justified as long as the price is low enough, mid-rangers like the Gigabyte Aorus 7 have to balance the two."
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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.
About Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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