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Updated January 12, 2024·
If your primary concerns include high performance for tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or computational engineering, the Dell Latitude 5330, despite being more expensive, would be worth the investment. However, if you're mainly using your laptop for everyday tasks like web browsing, document editing, and light media consumption, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" could suffice and save you money. The Dell may also have better build quality and business-oriented features, while the Lenovo typically offers more value for money. Consider also the balance between battery life and portability; a more powerful laptop like the Dell might have less battery life and be heavier than the Lenovo, which could be lighter and better suited for on-the-go use. 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
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15"
- The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5330.
Key differences
General Use
7.5
6.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
286.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 is good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5330 offers a more robust computing experience for general use, with a higher-end CPU and more RAM than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3, which translates to better multitasking and speed. Furthermore, the Latitude's higher-resolution IPS display provides better screen quality, while its lighter weight and longer battery life enhance portability and convenience, compared to the IdeaPad's lower-resolution TN display and shorter battery life.
Engineering and Design
6.9
5.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" is poor.
The Dell Latitude 5330 outperforms the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 for engineering and design owing to its superior processor and graphics unit, double the amount of RAM for handling complex tasks, and a higher quality IPS screen with better resolution and color accuracy. Conversely, the IdeaPad 3, while more affordable and also lighter, offers less power with a lower-tier processor and graphics, half the RAM, and a lower-quality TN screen with reduced resolution, which may not render design details as clearly.
Content Creation
7.4
6.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Dell Latitude 5330 is good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" 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
6.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 is good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" 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
5.2
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell Latitude 5330 offers a better balance of resolution and brightness, making text and images clearer and more vibrant for general and engineering tasks, but its modest refresh rate limits its appeal for gaming and 3D applications. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3's screen falls short in terms of resolution and brightness, resulting in less crisp and duller visuals, which is not ideal for any of the mentioned uses. Neither laptop provides the wide color gamuts required for high-level engineering and design work, nor the high refresh rates preferred for smooth 3D rendering and gaming experiences.
Battery
9.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" has 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
15.6in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5330 has very good portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" has good 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 15" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$849
$360
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a price of $849 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" costs $360.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.2
5.8
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 5330 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" is poor.
The Dell Latitude 5330 offers better gaming and 3D performance due to its more capable Intel Iris Xe graphics compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 3's Intel UHD graphics, although both have the same screen refresh rate of 60Hz. The Dell also has a higher resolution IPS screen, which contributes to better screen quality, while the Lenovo's lower-resolution TN panel is less favorable for such activities.
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How the Dell Latitude 5330 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Latitude 5330 | Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$849 | $360 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.2'' x 0.73'' | 14.3'' x 10'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.04" | 14.26" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.17" | 9.98" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1245U | Intel i3-1115G4 | |
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 | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 35 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 286 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 7.6/10 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 0 | |
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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Sascha Mölck | February 2023
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 is an enduring office notebook with a powerful Ryzen APU. Lenovo's office all-rounder easily handles office and internet applications as well as modest games - the Ryzen 5 5625U APU and 16 GB of RAM make this possible. The CPU and GPU can work at consistently high clock rates. The emission values are okay, but the noise emissions should be lower under medium to full load. The relatively light notebook (approx. 1.6 kg) achieves practical battery runtimes of about 10 to 11 hours."
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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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