The Dell Latitude 5330, priced on the lower midrange, is often less expensive than the LG Gram 17, with key features like a smaller screen and a less powerful processor, making it suitable for those who prioritize budget and portability. The Latitude also boasts a higher portability score, a backlit keyboard, and is designated as a premium business laptop, indicating it's built for professional use.
Alternatively, the LG Gram 17, though more costly, comes with a larger, higher-resolution display and substantially greater storage and RAM, complemented by a more potent processor. This makes it ideal for demanding tasks such as video editing and software development. It also has a longer battery life, a larger screen size beneficial for engineering and creative work, and the power to handle more intensive computing tasks. However, the larger screen size does impact its portability. Both laptops share features like Thunderbolt ports, USB-C charging, and white backlit keyboards, with the Gram 17 adding facial recognition to its security options.
Ultimately, if you require more power, a larger screen, and can afford a higher price, go for the LG Gram 17. If you're focused on saving money and need a highly portable laptop primarily for general business use, the Dell Latitude 5330 becomes the more sensible choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330
Very good portability
Very good speakers
Advantages of the LG Gram 17
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.5/10
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
286.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
353.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The LG Gram 17 is very good for general use, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is good.
The LG Gram 17 offers a larger, higher-resolution screen, more powerful CPU, and substantially more RAM and storage than the Dell Latitude 5330, making it excellent for general use with better multitasking and media capabilities. However, the Dell is lighter and more compact, which alongside its very good portability and battery life, makes it a good option for users who prioritize ease of carrying and using their device on the go.
Engineering and Design
6.9/10
8.0/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The LG Gram 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5330, with its capable processor, is a suitable choice for engineering and design due to its higher portability with a lighter weight and smaller screen size, which may benefit users who prioritize mobility over larger screen real estate.
Content Creation
7.4/10
8.4/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Gram 17 is very good for content creation, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is good.
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
8.2/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Gram 17 is very good for software development, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is good.
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
6.3/10
7.4/10
13.3in
SIZE
17.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
353.0 nits
The LG Gram 17 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5330 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When considering the Dell Latitude 5330, its display might not offer the vividness and sharpness that one would desire for tasks that demand visual detail due to its moderate resolution and brightness. The LG Gram 17, on the other hand, boasts a higher-resolution panel and increased brightness, enhancing the experience for general tasks and detailed engineering work. Neither laptop, however, has a high refresh rate screen, which limits their effectiveness for 3D tasks and gaming where fluid motion and quick screen updates are crucial.
Battery
9.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The LG Gram 17 has 11 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
17.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5330 has very good portability, while the LG Gram 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$849
$2,100
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a price of $849 and the LG Gram 17 costs $2,100.
The LG Gram 17 and Dell Latitude 5330 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5330, with its integrated GPU and smaller screen, is less suited for gaming and 3D applications compared to the LG Gram 17, which boasts a more powerful integrated GPU in a larger, higher-resolution display. Both have similar screen refresh rates, but the LG Gram 17 offers superior screen quality, which alongside its better CPU, enhances game visuals and overall performance for more demanding tasks.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 and LG Gram 17 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 LG Gram 17 compare to other laptops
"The LG Gram 17 is a light office laptop with a large display and great battery life. The newest incarnation of the Gram 17 can be classified as a model update. LG uses the predecessor's compact, light magnesium case along with an identical port configuration (including 2x Thunderbolt 4) and keyboard. Changes can be found in the hardware. With the Gram 17 (2022), LG offers a light (approx. 1,350 g), mobile work device - and finally with a matte display."
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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 LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, and are often on sale.
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