If you're focusing on value and need a versatile machine for everyday tasks, the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 offers good functionality at a lower cost, and its convertible nature increases its utility for presentations or media consumption. On the other hand, if you seek higher performance for demanding applications or prefer a slimmer, perhaps more premium design, the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 could justify the additional expense, especially if you'll benefit from a more powerful processor or graphics capabilities, which enhance the experience for tasks like 3D modeling or gaming. However, the higher-spec machine could also mean shorter battery life and less portability compared to the more budget-friendly option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14.
Advantages of the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14
Very good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.5/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
286.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
334.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 is very good for general use, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is good.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1, with its CPU and RAM, offers sufficient power for day-to-day tasks and its screen quality, portability, and battery life are suitable for routine mobile use; however, the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 surpasses it with better screen quality and higher performance for more demanding applications, while still maintaining good portability and long battery life. The Lenovo's advantages are also supported by its quality storage options, comfortable keyboard, and efficient heat management, making it a more versatile choice for both general and power users.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
6.7/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 is somewhat better.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 both have integrated graphics, which limit their ability to handle heavy gaming and 3D applications effectively, but the Lenovo has a slight edge with a better screen refresh rate which can enhance the gaming experience. While both laptops have capable CPUs and good screen quality, their GPUs are not designed for high-end gaming, impacting performance in graphics-intensive tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.9/10
7.7/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1, with a robust CPU and high RAM, handles demanding engineering software efficiently and its 2-in-1 design with a high-quality screen aids in design work; however, it lacks a powerful GPU for intensive graphical tasks. The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14, while also equipped with a sturdy CPU and ample RAM for engineering applications, offers a balance of portability and screen quality, but its GPU and speaker quality may not satisfy those looking for top-tier multimedia performance.
Content Creation
7.4/10
8.0/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 is very good for content creation, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is good.
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
7.4/10
13.3in
SIZE
14.5in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
334.0 nits
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 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 5330 2-in-1's screen may not be as vibrant or sharp due to its moderate resolution and brightness, which are essential for crisp text and comfortable viewing, while the Lenovo Slim Pro 7's higher-quality display provides better clarity and visibility. When it comes to engineering and design, the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 likely offers a wider color gamut covering more of the DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB spectra, ensuring more accurate color representation, which is critical for designers, whereas the Dell may fall short in this aspect. For Gaming and 3D, both laptops aren't ideal as they have screens with lower refresh rates, which means less fluid motion and slower response times, although both should suffice for casual gaming or basic 3D work.
Battery
9.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 has 12 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.
Cost
$600
$1,200
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has a price of $600 and the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 costs $1,200.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
13.3in
SIZE
14.5in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.8/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 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 Slim Pro 7 14 compare to other laptops
"The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 is an attractive, portable laptop that’s ideal if you need a combination of CPU and GPU performance. It also nails the fundamentals with solid connectivity, an enjoyable keyboard, a large touchpad, and top-notch webcam. Display quality is a weakness, but it’s an acceptable compromise for the laptop’s extremely competitive $1,199 MSRP. The Slim Pro 7 is a versatile, affordable laptop and hard to beat for the price."
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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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