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Updated March 22, 2024·
If saving money is a primary concern and you value versatility, the Dell Latitude 2-in-1 is likely the better choice as it offers the flexibility of a tablet and laptop in one device, along with cost savings. However, if you need higher performance for tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the Lenovo LOQ 16, despite being more expensive, might provide the necessary computing power. The Lenovo may have a shorter battery life due to its more powerful components, whereas the Dell might offer longer usage between charges. For frequent travelers or those who commute, the Dell's likely lighter weight and compact design could make it more portable and convenient to carry around. 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 LOQ 16
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2
7.5
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
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
7.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 likely has a less powerful GPU and lower screen refresh rate, which makes it less suitable for high-end gaming and 3D tasks compared to the Lenovo LOQ 16, which offers a better GPU and higher screen refresh rate, enhancing gameplay and 3D rendering performance. While both have capable CPUs and good screen quality, the GPU and screen refresh rate play a more significant role in gaming and 3D applications, giving the Lenovo an edge for those activities.
Engineering and Design
6.9
7.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo LOQ 16 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 offers a strong CPU and sufficient RAM to handle engineering software, and its high-quality touchscreen is great for design work, but the integrated GPU may limit graphics-intensive tasks. In contrast, the Lenovo LOQ 16, with its dedicated GPU, excels in tackling more demanding graphics work and retains solid processing power and memory capacity, though it might be less portable and noisy under a heavy workload.
Screen Quality
6.3
7.2
13.3in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Lenovo LOQ 16 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5330 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude, with fair screen quality across general use and engineering, may have lower resolution or brightness, making it less vibrant, but it is suitable for everyday tasks and basic design work, though limited color gamut coverage might not satisfy professional designers. The Lenovo LOQ 16 provides good screen quality for both general use and engineering design due to its higher resolution and brightness, and better color reproduction, which are essential for accurate visual work. However, both laptops have poor screen quality for Gaming and 3D because they lack the high refresh rates needed for smooth visuals in fast-paced games and animations.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 16 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
16.0in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has very good portability, while the Lenovo LOQ 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$600
$740
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has a price of $600 and the Lenovo LOQ 16 costs $740.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
286.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.3/10
The Lenovo LOQ 16 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 with its capable CPU, ample RAM, and high-quality screen offers versatile performance for everyday tasks, and its lightweight design and long battery life enhance its portability, making it ideal for on-the-go use. Meanwhile, the Lenovo LOQ 16, also equipped with a powerful CPU and sufficient RAM, provides a similarly sharp screen and reliable performance, with a focus on a balance between mobility and efficiency.
Content Creation
7.4
7.6
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo LOQ 16 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
7.5
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 16 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
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and Lenovo LOQ 16 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 LOQ 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 | Lenovo LOQ 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$600 | $740 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.2'' x 0.73'' | 14.2'' x 10.9'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.91 lbs | 5.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.04" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.17" | 10.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1245U | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 60 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 286 nits | 329 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Christian Hintze | September 2023
"Gaming laptops with an RTX 4060 are available starting from about 1,000 Euros (~$1,060), even in 16-inch format. For the supposedly affordable Lenovo LOQ 16 (1,500 Euros, ~$1,591), the manufacturer particularly saves in the equipment and materials compared to the more expensive Legion series. In addition, the LOQ is slightly heavier and more bulky. What remains is anything but a laptop full of difficult compromises. Instead, this is a more than solid gaming laptop that focusses on the 3D performance.Q is slightly heavier and more bulky."
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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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