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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you value performance for tasks like engineering applications, the Dell Latitude 5330 with its better processor may be the right choice despite its higher price. However, it falls short in portability compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14", which offers greater battery life and is lighter, making it more suitable for on-the-go use. The IdeaPad is also more affordable but has half the RAM, which may limit performance in intensive tasks. Both have similar screen sizes and resolutions, but the Dell has slightly better build quality and performance for general use, while Lenovo emphasizes cost savings and portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330
- Good for general use
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14"
- Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.5
6.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
286.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.2/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 is good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5330 is better suited for general use as it offers double the RAM for improved multitasking and a more recent CPU providing better performance than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14", which has less RAM, potentially affecting performance when running multiple applications. Additionally, the Latitude 5330 has a higher portability score, meaning it's lighter and more compact, making it easier to carry around, while the IdeaPad 3, though having longer battery life, may not perform as smoothly due to its CPU and RAM limitations.
Engineering and Design
6.9
6.1
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" are both only fair for engineering and design, though the Dell Latitude 5330 is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Screen Quality
6.3
6.4
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" for software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the Dell Latitude 5330 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 offer screens that provide adequate resolution and brightness, making them suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing. In engineering and design, the fair quality designation may stem from their respectable color reproduction, although they might not cover the wider color gamuts preferred for highly detailed and color-critical work. For gaming and 3D applications, the screen quality is poor due to lower refresh rates, which can lead to less smooth visuals, along with only moderate resolution and less suitable panel types that don't emphasize fast motion clarity.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" both have very good portability, though the Dell Latitude 5330 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
6.5
The Dell Latitude 5330 has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$849
$390
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a price of $849 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" costs $390.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.0
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
9.5/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5330 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" are both judged fair for gaming and 3D largely due to their integrated GPUs—Intel Iris Xe and AMD Vega 7 respectively—which are less powerful than dedicated gaming GPUs, and their standard screen refresh rates of 60Hz, which don't match the higher refresh rates favored in gaming. While their CPUs and IPS screens with full HD resolution are adequate for general usage and offer decent performance and screen quality, they aren't optimal for the high demands of gaming and 3D applications.
Content Creation
7.4
7.1
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" 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
7.1
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" 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
10.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has 10 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.
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How the Dell Latitude 5330 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5330 | Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$849 | $390 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.2'' x 0.73'' | 12.8'' x 8.5'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 3.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.04" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.17" | 8.49" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1245U | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 45 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 286 nits | 313 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
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 | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Marvin Gollor | February 2023
"The low-priced IdeaPad 3 14 delivers on core functionality. Lenovo's IdeaPad 3 14 meets all the basic requirements for an inexpensive office laptop. The matte IPS display is bright enough, the performance is high for the class, and the input devices are rock solid. In addition, the mostly quiet operation including the useful performance modes, cool surface temperatures, easy maintainability as well as expandable working and mass storage all contribute to the IdeaPad 3 14's value proposition."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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