If you prioritize value and need a laptop for day-to-day tasks with the flexibility of a tablet, the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is a solid choice and won't break the bank. On the other hand, if you require high performance for intensive tasks like gaming or video editing, the Lenovo Legion Slim 5, despite being pricier, offers more power and better graphics capabilities. Keep in mind the Dell will be lighter and more portable for travel, while the Lenovo will have shorter battery life due to its higher performance components. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1
Very good portability
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Slim 5
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
7.7/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 is 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 GPU that's generally adequate for lighter games and applications, but it may struggle with demanding 3D tasks, and its screen refresh rate is not optimized for the fast-paced visuals that gamers typically favor. In contrast, the Lenovo Legion Slim 5 comes with a more powerful GPU suitable for high-end gaming and smooth 3D performance, and a higher screen refresh rate that provides smoother gameplay, though both have capable CPUs and good screen quality for general use.
Engineering and Design
6.9/10
8.0/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5, with its superior CPU, ample RAM, and dedicated GPU, excels at demanding engineering and design tasks, also offering a high-quality screen for precise visual work. In contrast, the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1, while offering good CPU and RAM for lighter tasks, prioritizes portability and flexibility with its convertible design, though it may fall short in raw graphical performance.
Screen Quality
6.3/10
7.2/10
13.3in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5330 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Dell Latitude's screen offers an adequate display with reasonable resolution and brightness, providing comfortable viewing for everyday tasks like web browsing and document editing. In engineering and design, the Lenovo Legion Slim's superior color coverage ensures more vivid and accurate visuals, important for tasks like photo editing or CAD work. However, both the Dell and Lenovo have screens with modest refresh rates, which might not satisfy gamers or professionals who rely on smooth motion for 3D applications.
Battery
9.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 has 7 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
5.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has very good portability, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 5 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$600
$1,000
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has a price of $600 and the Lenovo Legion Slim 5 costs $1,000.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 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, delivers a smooth experience for everyday tasks, and its high-quality screen, lightweight design, and long battery life make it highly portable and suitable for on-the-go use. Meanwhile, the Lenovo Legion Slim 5, while also providing strong CPU performance and sufficient RAM for general use, is tailored more toward users requiring better graphics handling, and although heavier than the Dell, it still maintains decent battery life and benefits from a robust thermal design for sustained performance.
Content Creation
7.4/10
7.5/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Slim 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
7.4/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 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 Slim 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 Slim 5 compare to other laptops
"The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 Gen 8 acknowledges that a gaming laptop doesn’t have to be as thick as possible and can still ensure adequate cooling when the muscles need flexing. To this end, in the Slim 5 Gen 8, it finds a neat balance of refined, trimmed-down design that still lets its internals cruise (even above their max power ratings). Lenovo then added in some high-end build quality with an altogether excellent keyboard that’s useful for both work and play."
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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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