If you prioritize affordability and portability for everyday tasks, with the added flexibility of a 2-in-1 form for presentations or tablet use, the Dell Latitude is a sensible pick. On the other hand, if high-end performance for gaming or demanding software is essential, despite a higher price and reduced portability, consider the Lenovo Legion. The Legion will also generally have a shorter battery life due to its powerful components, while the Latitude is likely to last longer on a single charge, making it better suited for long workdays away from power outlets. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1
Very good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 7
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
7.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.4/10
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 7 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1, while versatile for business use, has less powerful graphics capabilities and a lower screen refresh rate, making it less ideal for high-demand games and 3D applications. On the other hand, the Lenovo Legion 7 is specifically designed for gaming, featuring a superior GPU and a higher refresh rate screen, providing smoother visuals and better performance for gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.9/10
8.2/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion 7 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion 7, with its superior CPU, abundant RAM, and high-end GPU, excels in demanding engineering and design tasks, also offering a screen with exceptional quality for detailed work. While the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is also equipped for these tasks and adds the benefit of portability and flexibility with its convertible design, it doesn't quite match the raw performance and visual finesse the Legion 7 provides.
Content Creation
7.4/10
7.9/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion 7 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 are both good for content creation, though the Lenovo Legion 7 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
6.3/10
8.3/10
13.3in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
469.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion 7 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's adequate resolution and brightness offer a satisfactory visual experience while the Lenovo Legion 7's higher resolution and brighter screen provide a clearer and more vibrant display. In engineering and design, both laptops' color gamut coverage is important, and the Lenovo's superior color accuracy ensures that designs and models appear more true to life. However, for gaming and 3D rendering, despite the Lenovo's solid resolution and panel type, it lacks a high refresh rate that's essential for smooth motion and responsiveness, which is a drawback for that particular use case.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion 7 has 6.5 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
Good
13.3in
SIZE
16.0in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has very good portability, while the Lenovo Legion 7 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
8.5/10
The Lenovo Legion 7 has very good build quality, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$600
$1,500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has a price of $600 and the Lenovo Legion 7 costs $1,500.
The Lenovo Legion 7 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 offers the versatility of a convertible design with adequate processing power and memory, making it well-suited for everyday tasks and offering the convenience of using it as a tablet, while its screen quality, long battery life, and light weight enhance its portability. On the other hand, the Lenovo Legion 7, with its higher-end CPU and more RAM, excels in performance for more demanding applications and multitasking, and although heavier and with a shorter battery life, it's preferable for intensive workloads, with its superior screen, keyboard, and thermal management ensuring a better experience during prolonged use.
Software Development
7.3/10
7.6/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo Legion 7 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.
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How the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and the Lenovo Legion 7 compare to other laptops
"The Lenovo Legion 7 is a fast 16-inch gamer with 165 Hz display. The new Lenovo Legion 7 is a very good gaming notebook that, despite its comparatively compact compact 16-inch case, does not have to do without the most powerful components. Thanks to good cooling, no compromises are made in terms of performance. Both the Core i9-12900HX and the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti perform at a very high level."
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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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