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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a touchscreen and a more compact design, consider the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2, which also tends to be slightly less expensive but comes with less storage and memory. Alternatively, the Dell Latitude 5330 is often slightly more expensive but offers more memory and longer battery life, making it more suitable for longer work sessions without a charge. Both have similar processors and integrated graphics, making them capable for general use and light engineering tasks; however, for more intensive 3D, machine learning, or engineering work, performance may be limited due to their integrated GPUs. Neither is well-suited for intensive gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330
- The Dell Latitude 5330 has no clear advantages over the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2.
Advantages of the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2
- Excellent portability
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3
6.9
13.3in
SIZE
12.4in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1536 x 1024
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a better screen than the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 for software development, and content creation, while the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Surface Laptop Go 2 with its richer colors and higher resolution offers a more vibrant and crisp display experience than the Dell Latitude 5330. When it comes to engineering and design, color accuracy is crucial; the Surface Go 2's superior color gamut coverage provides more precise color representation which is vital for professionals in those fields. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops are at a disadvantage due to lower refresh rates, which can result in less fluid motion compared to displays designed specifically for these purposes.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1536 x 1024
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
286.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5330 is favored for general use over the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 because it offers a stronger CPU, more RAM, and a larger battery capacity, which contribute to better performance and longer use between charges. While both have high-quality IPS screens, the Dell's screen is slightly larger and the laptop itself includes more ports which might appeal to users needing more connectivity options; however, the Surface Laptop Go 2 is slightly lighter and has a more portable form factor, in addition to a higher resolution touchscreen for those prioritizing portability and interactive screen use.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.0
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1536 x 1024
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 are both equipped with integrated Iris Xe graphics, which provide moderate gaming and 3D performance suitable for less demanding games and applications, but might not handle high-end gaming and complex 3D tasks smoothly. Additionally, both laptops have 60Hz screen refresh rates that can deliver a decent visual experience for general purposes and casual gaming but are not ideal for competitive or fast-paced gaming where higher refresh rates are beneficial.
Engineering and Design
6.9
6.5
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude 5330 is better suited for engineering and design because it has a better CPU and double the RAM of the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2, which is essential for intensive tasks; additionally, it has a higher quality screen for detailed work, though it is larger and heavier, which affects portability.
Content Creation
7.4
7.1
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1536 x 1024
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 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
7.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1536 x 1024
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 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 Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 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.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
13.3in
SIZE
12.4in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 to have excellent portability, while the Dell Latitude 5330 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.8
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 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.
Cost
$590
$565
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a price of $590 and the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 costs $565.
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How the Dell Latitude 5330 and the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5330 | Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$590 | $565 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | June 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.2'' x 0.73'' | 11'' x 8.1'' x 0.62'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 2.48 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.04" | 10.95" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.17" | 8.12" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1245U | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 12.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1536 x 1024 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 286 nits | 401 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 9.3/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
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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Andreas Osthoff | August 2022
"The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 review is a compact companion with old hardware. The Surface Laptop Go 2 shows some weaknesses. Microsoft didn't really develop the second generation of the Surface Laptop Go 2 any further but has only equipped it with a slightly more powerful Core i5 processor. However, the performance still remains at a fairly low level overall, but for many users, it definitely should still be sufficient for everyday tasks."
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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 Microsoft
Microsoft is an American technology corporation. Microsoft is best known for their Windows operating system and Surface laptop series. The Surface Laptop is their standard notebook offering, while their Surface Go, Surface Pro, and Surface Studio are their 2-in-1/tablet offerings in order of increasing capability. Although Microsoft charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a well integrated and packaged device since Microsoft develops the Windows operating system.
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