The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is more budget-friendly and offers versatility for everyday tasks and mobility, making it suitable for general use and business applications; its convertible design is perfect for those who need a touch screen and tablet functionality. The Lenovo Legion Pro 5, however, is tailored for high performance and is better for gaming, 3D work, and engineering software, with a disadvantage in being heavier and possibly having shorter battery life, which can impact portability. Choose the Dell for cost savings and portability or the Lenovo for demanding applications at the expense of heavier carrying weight and cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1
Very good portability
Good battery life
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Pro 5
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
8.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has a less powerful GPU and lower screen refresh rate, making it less suitable for demanding gaming and 3D tasks. The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro, on the other hand, comes with a high-performance GPU and a higher refresh rate screen, offering smoother and more immersive experiences for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
6.9/10
8.5/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5, with its more powerful CPU, larger RAM, and superior GPU, excels in demanding engineering software, providing a smoother experience and higher detail in designs. While the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 offers versatility with its touch screen and 2-in-1 feature, it sacrifices some performance; it is easier to carry and typically quieter but doesn't match the Lenovo's raw power for complex tasks.
Screen Quality
6.3/10
8.0/10
13.3in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5330 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1, with its fair screen resolution and brightness, can suffice for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing, but its limited color gamut and lower refresh rate don't suit professional design work or smooth gaming experiences. The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 excels with vibrant colors and crisp images due to a higher resolution and better color reproduction, making it suitable for detailed engineering and creative tasks, but its low refresh rate hinders the potential for fluid gameplay in fast-paced games. While both laptops offer benefits for general and professional use, neither is ideal for gaming due to their poor refresh rates.
Battery
9.0 Hours
3.5 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 has 3.5 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
16.0in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
5.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has very good portability, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$600
$1,320
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has a price of $600 and the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 costs $1,320.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1, with its efficient CPU and ample RAM, offers a balance of performance and portability, complemented by a high-quality screen and long battery life, making it suitable for on-the-go users who need versatility for everyday tasks. In contrast, the Lenovo Legion Pro 5, while also delivering solid CPU and RAM performance, emphasizes screen quality and battery life for intensive tasks, but its focus on power over portability makes it ideal for users who prioritize gaming or heavy workloads over the need to carry their device around frequently.
Content Creation
7.4/10
7.8/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 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
7.6/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 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 2-in-1 and Lenovo Legion Pro 5 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 Lenovo Legion Pro 5 compare to other laptops
"It doesn't quite match its Legion Pro 7i sibling as an Editors' Choice winner, but Lenovo's AMD-powered Legion Pro 5 Gen 8 is a stylish, well-built gaming laptop with solid performance at both 1080p and its sharper native resolution. It's cheaper than some comparably equipped machines and better than some similarly priced ones. That's a recipe for success, even without its frequent availability of discounts or sales. A brighter screen and longer battery life would be nice, but even as is the Legion Pro 5 earns a solid recommendation."
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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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