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Updated March 22, 2024·
When choosing between the Dell Latitude 5330 and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, remember that the Latitude 5330 usually costs less and offers good general use with better portability for everyday tasks. In contrast, the Stealth 18 AI Studio is designed for higher-end tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, offering stronger performance, but with a heftier price tag and potentially shorter battery life. If cost is a concern and your tasks are typical office work and web browsing, the Latitude is a strong choice; however, for resource-heavy applications, the Stealth is the more appropriate, albeit more expensive, option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330
- Very good portability
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio
- Very good for general use
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.5
8.4
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
286.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for general use, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is good.
The Dell Latitude 5330 offers a balance of performance and portability, ideal for everyday tasks with ample CPU power, good RAM, and a quality screen that won't drain the battery quickly. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, while offering significantly more power for demanding applications with a better CPU and more RAM, presents a higher quality screen and superior storage, at the expense of reduced portability and shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.2
8.9
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5330, while adequate for basic use, lacks the high-end GPU and fast screen refresh rates required for optimal gaming and 3D experiences; its CPU and screen quality provide competent but not exceptional performance. In contrast, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio comes equipped with a superior GPU and higher refresh rate display, catering to smooth and immersive gaming and 3D rendering, and is supported by a strong CPU and high-quality screen.
Engineering and Design
6.9
9.1
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is excellent for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5330 offers a balance of CPU performance and RAM for engineering tasks but doesn't have the high-end GPU or screen quality that the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio does, making MSI superior for intensive design work. While the Dell is more portable with a potentially quieter operating noise and solid keyboard, the MSI's advanced hardware better handles demanding software at the expense of increased weight and potentially louder fans.
Content Creation
7.4
8.5
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio 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
8.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio 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
8.4
13.3in
SIZE
18.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5330 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Dell Latitude provides an adequate display with enough resolution and brightness, but may lack the vibrancy and clarity offered by the MSI Stealth, which boasts higher resolution and superior brightness, enhancing the overall viewing experience. When it comes to engineering and design, the MSI Stealth takes the lead with its wider color gamuts, ensuring more accurate color representation essential for detail-oriented tasks, while the Dell Latitude falls short in offering the same level of color precision. However, for Gaming and 3D applications where fast movements are common, neither laptop excels due to their screens' lower refresh rates, which could lead to less smooth visual performance in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio 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
18.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Latitude 5330 has very good portability, while the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
8.0
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has very good build quality, while the Dell Latitude 5330 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$849
$2,900
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a price of $849 and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio costs $2,900.
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How the Dell Latitude 5330 and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5330 | MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$849 | $2,900 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | March 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.2'' x 0.73'' | 15.8'' x 11.4'' x 0.94'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 6.15 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.04" | 15.75" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.17" | 11.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1245U | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 18" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 286 nits | 305 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 4 | |
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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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