The Dell Latitude 5330 is a more affordable option with good general performance, portability, and battery life, suitable for business and general use; however, it has less storage space and a less powerful integrated graphics card. The Lenovo LOQ 15 is more expensive but has a more powerful processor, double the storage, dedicated graphics for 3D and machine learning tasks, and a higher refresh rate display, making it better for engineering and gaming; it is heavier and less portable, with slightly less battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330
Very good portability
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 15
Good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
7.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair.
The Lenovo LOQ 15 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications primarily because it houses an Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics card, which significantly outpaces the integrated Intel Iris Xe GPU in the Dell Latitude 5330, and offers a higher 144Hz screen refresh rate compared to the Latitude's 60Hz, enabling smoother visuals in fast-paced games.
Engineering and Design
6.9/10
7.9/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo LOQ 15 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair.
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
6.3/10
7.1/10
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Lenovo LOQ 15 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5330 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude 5330's screen may offer adequate clarity and brightness for everyday tasks and professional applications like engineering, but its color accuracy may not be as high, which is crucial for precision in design work. The Lenovo LOQ 15's display provides better color reproduction and sharpness that benefits both general computing and the detailed work required in engineering and design. However, both laptops have displays that lack high refresh rates, which are essential for smooth visuals in gaming and 3D tasks, making them less suitable for these activities.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 15 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
Fair
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Latitude 5330 has very good portability, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$849
$1,109
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a price of $849 and the Lenovo LOQ 15 costs $1,109.
The Lenovo LOQ 15 and Dell Latitude 5330 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5330 with a lightweight design, moderate screen size, and efficient processor is suitable for users who prioritize portability and adequate performance for everyday tasks, combined with a long battery life for extended use away from power sources. On the other hand, the Lenovo LOQ 15 caters to those who need a more robust performance for heavier workloads with its advanced processor and dedicated graphics, while also offering a larger screen and superior storage capacity, though it is heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less portable.
Content Creation
7.4/10
7.6/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo LOQ 15 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
7.3/10
7.5/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15 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
7.4/10
7.4/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Lenovo LOQ 15 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 LOQ 15 compare to other laptops
"Even after a short time with the LOQ 15, you'll find it has a lot going for it, but ultimately it's just "good"—not quite a star. The performance is respectable for the hardware it’s running, but Lenovo had to make some design sacrifices to trim the price. One of the better aspects is the keyboard, making it one of the better low-cost gaming laptops to actually put your hands on."
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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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