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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choose the Dell Latitude 5330 if you prioritize a lower price, higher portability, and longer battery life for everyday tasks like web browsing, document editing, and video playback. Prefer the Lenovo Legion 5i Pro if you need more power for demanding software, gaming, or video editing, and if you're okay with a higher price and less battery life in exchange for a larger, higher-resolution display and better overall performance. The Legion 5i Pro is tailored for heavy-duty tasks like 3D rendering and machine learning, while the Latitude 5330 caters more to business use with its compact form factor and efficient power management. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2
8.0
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i outperforms the Dell Latitude 5330 in gaming and 3D tasks primarily due to its superior GPU, the Nvidia RTX 4060, compared to the Latitude's integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, and its higher screen refresh rate of 165 Hz which provides smoother visuals than the Latitude's 60 Hz. Additionally, the screen quality and resolution are better on the Legion, complementing its more capable CPU for demanding applications.
Engineering and Design
6.9
8.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i is better suited for engineering and design due to its stronger CPU and GPU, which are crucial for demanding tasks, while the Dell Latitude 5330 offers a balance of performance with its competent CPU and integrated graphics for less intensive workloads. Additionally, the Legion Pro 5i has a higher-quality screen that is beneficial for detailed design work, although it is heavier and less portable than the lightweight Dell Latitude 5330.
Screen Quality
6.3
8.1
13.3in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
368.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5330 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize sharp, clear images and vibrant colors for everyday tasks and productivity, the Dell Latitude offers satisfactory visuals, but the Lenovo stands out with superior panel quality, making it better for tasks that benefit from high-resolution and brightness. For engineering and design professionals requiring precise color representation, the Lenovo's coverage of color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB enhances the accuracy of on-screen projects. However, if fast-paced 3D rendering or gaming is your focus, neither laptop is ideal due to their lower refresh rates, although the Lenovo's better resolution and panel type offer a slightly improved experience.
Battery
9.0 Hours
3.5 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has 3.5 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
Fair
13.3in
SIZE
16.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Latitude 5330 has very good portability, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$849
$999
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a price of $849 and the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i costs $999.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
286.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
368.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.6/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i and Dell Latitude 5330 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5330, with its lightweight design and long battery life, is highly portable and ideal for general use; it comes with a decent display and sufficient processing power for everyday tasks. On the other hand, the Lenovo Legion 5i Pro, though less portable due to its size and battery life, offers superior screen quality, a more powerful CPU, and additional storage for demanding applications and multimedia content.
Content Creation
7.4
7.6
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i and Dell Latitude 5330 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
7.5
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Lenovo Legion Pro 5i 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 Legion Pro 5i compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Latitude 5330 | Lenovo Legion Pro 5i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$849 | $999 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.2'' x 0.73'' | 14.3'' x 10.3'' x 0.97'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 5.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.04" | 14.31" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.17" | 10.25" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1245U | Intel i7-13700HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 286 nits | 368 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 4 | |
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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Brian Westover | August 2023
"The midpriced Lenovo Legion Pro 5i Gen 8 follows some of our favorite gaming machines, including last year's model and the higher-end Legion Pro 7i Gen 8 tested earlier this year. But pedigree doesn't count for much in the computer world, and gaming laptops require a certain level of power and graphics performance to justify their prices. The Pro 5i Gen 8 just doesn't do that, offering middling CPU and GPU performance rather than the sort of muscle that would make it a great value."
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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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