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Updated January 10, 2024·
When choosing between the Dell Latitude 5330 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i, if you prioritize a larger screen and slightly better battery life, the Lenovo might suit you better. On the other hand, the Dell offers greater portability due to its lighter weight and slightly smaller dimensions, which may appeal to those who often carry their laptop around. Both laptops offer similar processing power and memory, so either would handle general use and multitasking effectively. For those valuing a high-resolution display, the Lenovo's screen has a higher resolution, which could enhance your experience when watching videos or doing graphic work. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330
- Very good portability
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3
6.4
13.3in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
315.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5330 for general use.
If you're involved in tasks like web browsing, office applications, or video streaming, both the Dell Latitude 5330 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i offer screens that suffice in clarity and brightness, which is vital for general use. For engineering and design work, where precise color representation becomes crucial, these laptops provide adequate capabilities, but may not fully satisfy professionals needing extensive color coverage like that provided by high-end workstations. On the other hand, for immersive gaming and 3D applications, the importance of smooth motion is paramount, and these laptops may disappoint due to their lesser refresh rates and compromises on resolution and panel technology, compared to specialized gaming laptops.
Portability
Very Good
Good
13.3in
SIZE
16.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5330 has very good portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$590
$828
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a price of $590 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i costs $828.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
286.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
315.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Dell Latitude 5330 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5330 offers a balance of performance suitable for general use with its capable processor, ample RAM, and decent battery life in a lightweight form factor, making it quite portable. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i, while it also provides sufficient performance and memory for daily tasks, has a larger, sharper screen which may enhance the user experience but comes at the cost of increased weight, potentially making it less portable than the Dell.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.3
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Dell Latitude 5330 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i are both considered fair for gaming and 3D tasks mostly because they come with integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics cards, which provide modest gaming performance but can't match the power of dedicated GPUs. Both laptops also have a typical refresh rate of 60Hz, which is suitable for casual gaming but won't provide the smooth visuals that higher refresh rates offer for more competitive or fast-paced gaming scenarios.
Engineering and Design
6.9
7.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i to be good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5330, with an Intel i5-1245U processor and Iris Xe graphics, is suitable for engineering and design thanks to its balance of CPU and GPU power, while the smaller screen size and lighter weight enhance portability for on-the-go use.
Content Creation
7.4
7.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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
7.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has 8 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.6
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Dell Latitude 5330 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 Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Latitude 5330 | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$590 | $828 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.2'' x 0.73'' | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 4.17 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.04" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.17" | 9.88" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1245U | Intel i5-1335U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 56.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 286 nits | 315 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Robin Sinha | February 2021
"The device is made for average work loads and if your work has a lot to do with online browsing, using apps that are not power-hungry and streaming videos. The looks are really good and the device in itself is not a heavy one. And with Intel 11th-gen Core processor, you might sail through most of your work without complaints."
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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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