If you prioritize flexibility and saving money, the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 may be a suitable choice; its convertible design allows for tablet use, usually preferable for casual browsing or presentations. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5431 typically offers stronger performance, which can be valuable for more demanding applications or multitasking. The 5431 might have a slight edge in durability and enterprise features, which is important for professional settings. However, if portability and cost are major factors for you, the lighter and more affordable 5330 2-in-1 could be the way to go. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1
Very good portability
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
The Dell Latitude 5431 has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3/10
6.1/10
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
241.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5431 for general use, and engineering and design.
For general use, both the Dell Latitude 5330 and 5431 have sufficient resolution and brightness, along with suitable panel types, making their screens adequate for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. In engineering and design, while these laptops may handle software adequately, professionals may find the color accuracy limited due to less than optimal coverage of DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB color gamuts. When it comes to 3D and gaming, the lack of a high refresh rate on these models will detract from the smooth visual experience that is crucial for such applications, despite their acceptable resolution and panel type.
Portability
Very Good
Good
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has very good portability, while the Dell Latitude 5431 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$600
$950
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has a price of $600 and the Dell Latitude 5431 costs $950.
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1, with its versatile touch screen and typically lower weight, offers portability and convenient interaction, which are great for users on-the-go, while its battery life ensures you can work for extended periods without a charge. The Dell Latitude 5431, on the other hand, usually provides increased performance with a better CPU and more RAM, making it suitable for more demanding tasks, though it may sacrifice some battery life and portability due to its more robust hardware.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
6.2/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and the Dell Latitude 5431 offer mid-range GPUs not optimized for high-end gaming or 3D rendering, resulting in a fair experience that can handle some less intensive games and tasks but may struggle with more demanding software. While both have capable CPUs and decent screen quality which are beneficial for general use, they lack the high refresh rates preferred for smooth gaming and immersive 3D experiences.
Engineering and Design
6.9/10
6.9/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and Dell Latitude 5431 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has a versatile touch screen and generally more mobile design, which makes it suitable for on-the-go engineers and designers who might also benefit from its convertible functionality for presentations or creative work. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5431 typically offers a more powerful CPU and additional RAM, enhancing its capability to handle complex software used in engineering and design, while its superior screen resolution ensures fine details are crisp and clear, though it may be less portable and flexible than the 2-in-1 model.
Content Creation
7.4/10
7.4/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 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
7.3/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and Dell Latitude 5431 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
9.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5431 has 9 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.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.4/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and Dell Latitude 5431 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 2-in-1 and the Dell Latitude 5431 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1
Dell Latitude 5431
GENERAL
Price
Price
$600
$950
Release Date
Release Date
May 1, 2022
May 1, 2022
Overall Dimensions
Overall Dimensions
12'' x 8.2'' x 0.73''
12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.96''
Weight
Weight
2.91 lbs
3.3 lbs
Width
Width
12.04"
12.65"
Depth
Depth
8.17"
8.35"
INTERNAL
Processor
Processor
Intel i5-1245U
Intel i5-1250P
RAM
RAM
16 GB
16 GB
DDR Memory Version
DDR Memory Version
4
5
RAM Slots
RAM Slots
2
2
Storage
Storage
256 GB
256 GB
Storage Slots
Storage Slots
1
1
Graphics
Graphics
Iris Xe
Iris Xe
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
No
No
GPU Type
GPU Type
Integrated
GPU Memory (VRAM)
GPU Memory (VRAM)
N/A
Supports DLSS
Supports DLSS
No
No
Supports Ray Tracing
Supports Ray Tracing
No
No
BATTERY
Battery Life
Battery Life
9 Hours
9 Hours
Battery Capacity
Battery Capacity
58 Wh
64 Wh
SCREEN
Diagonal Size
Diagonal Size
13.3"
14"
Display Technology
Display Technology
IPS
IPS
Resolution
Resolution
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
Refresh Rate
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Display Brightness
Display Brightness
286 nits
241 nits
Screen Aspect Ratio
Screen Aspect Ratio
16:9
16:9
Pixel Density
Pixel Density
165.63 PPI
157.35 PPI
Contrast
Contrast
1240: 1
970: 1
Display Response Time
Display Response Time
36 ms
41 ms
DCI-P3
DCI-P3
39 %
39 %
sRGB
sRGB
50 %
50 %
Adobe RGB
Adobe RGB
39 %
39 %
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS
Build Quality Score
Build Quality Score
7.4/10
7.4/10
Portability Score
Portability Score
8.7/10
7.9/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
Gaming Laptop Appearance
No
No
Premium Business Laptop
Premium Business Laptop
Yes
Yes
Fan Noise Score
Fan Noise Score
8/10
8/10
Facial Recognition
Facial Recognition
No
No
Upper Side Temp (Max)
Upper Side Temp (Max)
38.6°C
41.7°C
Lower Side Temp (Max)
Lower Side Temp (Max)
42.9°C
35.6°C
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
25.1°C
28.8°C
Keyboard Lighting Color
Keyboard Lighting Color
White
White
Warranty Period
Warranty Period
1 year
1 year
HARDWARE FEATURES
Keyboard Quality Score
Keyboard Quality Score
7/10
7/10
Speaker Quality Score
Speaker Quality Score
8/10
8/10
Webcam
Webcam
720p
720p
Fingerprint Reader
Fingerprint Reader
No
No
Backlit Keyboard
Backlit Keyboard
Yes
Yes
Number Pad
Number Pad
No
No
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
Thunderbolt Ports
Thunderbolt Ports
2
2
DisplayPorts
DisplayPorts
0
0
HDMI Ports
HDMI Ports
1
1
Ethernet
Ethernet
No
Yes
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth Version
5.3
5.3
WiFi Version
WiFi Version
6E
6E
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