Considering the Dell Latitude 5330 and HP 250 G10 for your needs, if high performance and better display quality matter to you, along with additional features such as a backlit keyboard and more ports, the Dell would be a great choice despite being pricier. It has a powerful processor suitable for intensive tasks, and a higher resolution screen that may make it better for visuals and multitasking. However, if you prioritize cost savings and can manage with moderate performance for general use like web browsing and document editing, the HP 250 G10 is a good affordable alternative but with a lesser display quality and fewer advanced features. Keep in mind that the HP may have lower performance for demanding applications and games due to its less powerful processor and graphics. The Dell also typically offers better build quality and a more robust support ecosystem. Consider your budget, the importance of screen quality, performance needs, and potential future requirements when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330
Good for general use
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 250 G10
The HP 250 G10 has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5330.
Key differences
General Use
7.5/10
6.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
286.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 is good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5330 offers a superior balance for general use with its higher screen resolution and quality, better CPU, and a longer battery life, which align with factors deemed very important, while also being lighter and thus more portable than the HP 250 G10. On the other hand, although the HP 250 G10 matches in RAM and has a larger screen, its lower resolution, weaker CPU, and shorter battery life, coupled with its lower portability due to higher weight, make it less suited for those particular needs.
Engineering and Design
6.9/10
5.8/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The Dell Latitude 5330 is equipped with a faster processor and better-integrated graphics, along with a higher resolution IPS display, making it well-suited for engineering and design tasks; conversely, the HP 250 G10's slower processor and basic graphics, combined with a lower resolution TN panel, render it less capable for such demanding workloads.
Content Creation
7.4/10
6.2/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Dell Latitude 5330 is good for content creation, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
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
6.4/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 is good for software development, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
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.
Screen Quality
6.3/10
5.3/10
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell Latitude 5330's screen offers a balance suited for general tasks with a display that has decent resolution and brightness but may lack the color accuracy vital for professional engineering and design work. The HP 250 G10's display falls short even for general use as it compromises on resolution and brightness, which could make the viewing experience lackluster. For gaming and 3D, both screens underperform due to their lower refresh rates and lackluster panel types, failing to provide the fluid visuals demanded by these applications.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP 250 G10 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
Good
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5330 has very good portability, while the HP 250 G10 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 250 G10 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$849
$330
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a price of $849 and the HP 250 G10 costs $330.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 5330 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The Dell Latitude 5330 offers fair gaming and 3D performance, mainly because it features Intel Iris Xe graphics which are more capable in handling graphic-intensive tasks than the HP 250 G10's Intel UHD Graphics. Also, the Latitude 5330 would likely have a slight advantage in terms of screen quality over the HP 250 G10, contributing to a better gaming and 3D experience.
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How the Dell Latitude 5330 and the HP 250 G10 compare to other laptops
"The HP 250 G10 is a decent budget device that surprises us with its high CPU frequencies under load. Still, our configuration has a Core i5-1335U which doesn’t require significant cooling, if choose a 28W P-series processor, maybe the situation with the clocks could be different. If you want to play some casual game after work, a memory in dual-channel is a must because it increases greatly the iGPU performance."
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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 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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