The Dell Latitude 5330 offers a good balance of portability and performance for general use and work thanks to a more lightweight design, smaller screen, and a solid processor. It is slightly more expensive and has less storage but provides longer battery life. In comparison, the HP 17" Laptop comes with a larger screen and more storage, which might be better suited for those who prioritize screen real estate and data capacity over portability. It's slightly less expensive but also heavier, making it less ideal for regular travel. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good battery life
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
The HP 17" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5330.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3/10
6.6/10
13.3in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a better screen than the HP 17" Laptop for software development, while the HP 17" Laptop has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Dell Latitude 5330 and the HP 17" Laptop both offer adequate resolution and brightness, but neither stands out due to the use of average panel types that don't excel in vibrancy or viewing angles. During engineering and design tasks, these laptops may not display colors with the precision required by professionals due to their limited color gamut coverage. For gaming and 3D applications, their lower refresh rates lead to less fluid visuals, which is a significant compromise for users looking for an immersive experience.
Battery
9.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 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
Good
13.3in
SIZE
17.3in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Latitude 5330 has very good portability, while the HP 17" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
6.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 has good build quality, while the HP 17" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$849
$580
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a price of $849 and the HP 17" Laptop costs $580.
The Dell Latitude 5330 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
6.2/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 and HP 17" Laptop are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5330 and the HP 17" Laptop are fair for gaming and 3D because both have integrated graphics, with the Latitude 5330 featuring Intel Iris Xe and the HP 17" using AMD Vega 8, neither of which are as powerful as dedicated gaming GPUs. Additionally, both laptops have standard 60Hz refresh rates on their screens, which is lower than the refresh rates preferred for gaming, and while both have capable processors and good screen quality, the GPU and refresh rate limitations are critical for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
6.9/10
6.8/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5330 and HP 17" Laptop are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude 5330 is equipped with an Intel i5-1245U processor and Iris Xe graphics, a combination suitable for engineering and design tasks that require moderate processing power and visual performance; its smaller screen size and lower weight make it more portable than the HP.
Content Creation
7.4/10
7.2/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 5330 and HP 17" Laptop 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
7.1/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 and HP 17" Laptop 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.
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How the Dell Latitude 5330 and the HP 17" Laptop compare to other laptops
"As far as starter laptops go, the HP Laptop 17 is a sound investment. Sure, it might not be the lightest of options, but what you get for the price is a well-rounded machine that fits multiple niches. Whether it be office duties that require you to multi-task between multiple programs, or study tasks in which you’ll spend hours browsing online, this laptop does it all. Plus, when it's time to unwind, you can watch your favorite shows or movies on a super-wide display. What's best of all is that you can do all this for about half a day on a single charge."
Get a great deal on the Dell Latitude 5330 or the HP 17" Laptop
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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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