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Updated March 21, 2024·
If you are looking for a more budget-friendly option that still offers flexibility and decent performance for everyday tasks, the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 could suit your needs. However, if you require a laptop with higher processing power and better graphics for tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, and you don't mind spending more, the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio would be a better fit. Keep in mind, the Surface Laptop Studio also has a more versatile form factor which could be beneficial for creative tasks, but it is generally heavier and may have a shorter battery life compared to the Dell. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1
- Very good portability
Advantages of the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3
8.0
13.3in
SIZE
14.4in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
491.0 nits
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5330 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1's display, while suitable for tasks like web browsing and document editing, may not offer the vibrant colors and sharpness that the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio's higher resolution and brighter screen provide, which is important for general use and detail-oriented work in engineering and design. The Surface Laptop Studio's screen covers a broader range of colors, vital for professionals who need accurate color representation for their projects. However, neither laptop has a high refresh rate display, which is crucial for smooth visuals in fast-paced 3D environments, potentially making both subpar choices for immersive gaming or advanced 3D simulations.
Portability
Very Good
Good
13.3in
SIZE
14.4in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has very good portability, while the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
8.5
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 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
$1,700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has a price of $600 and the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio costs $1,700.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.4
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
286.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
491.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1, with its adaptable design and strong battery life, suits general use where portability and flexibility in usage modes, such as tablet or tent mode, are valuable; its CPU and RAM handle everyday tasks well, and its screen quality is adequate for non-specialized use. Meanwhile, the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio offers a higher quality screen, which benefits media consumption and creative tasks, and similarly robust CPU and RAM, making it powerful for general use, with a form factor and battery life that also favor on-the-go lifestyles.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.6
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio and Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio, while having capable GPUs that allow for moderate gaming and 3D tasks, don't match the higher refresh rates and powerful GPUs found in dedicated gaming laptops, leading to fair performance in these areas. Additionally, despite their decent CPUs and good screen quality, these factors cannot fully compensate for the less dynamic gaming experience offered due to the limitations of their refresh rates and GPU capabilities.
Engineering and Design
6.9
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio to be 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 balance of performance and portability with its capable CPU and RAM, making it suitable for engineering tasks, while its 2-in-1 design provides versatility for design work, though the GPU may not be as powerful for intensive graphics tasks. The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio boasts a higher screen quality and stronger GPU, which is beneficial for design and engineering software, but it comes at the cost of being less portable and possibly a higher operating noise due to its advanced hardware.
Content Creation
7.4
7.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 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
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio has 8 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.
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How the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$600 | $1,700 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | September 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.2'' x 0.73'' | 12.7'' x 9'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.91 lbs | 4 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.04" | 12.72" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.17" | 8.98" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1245U | Intel i7-11370H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 58 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 14.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2400 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 286 nits | 491 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Tom Brant | October 2021
"There’s no doubt that the Surface Laptop Studio is groundbreaking. We’ve come to expect such things from the Surface lineup, so it’s always nice to see a product that exceeds our expectations. The pull-forward laptop-screen concept has been tried before, but never in a device that’s so stylish and packed with innovative features like a haptic touchpad and robust digital stylus support."
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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 Microsoft
Microsoft is an American technology corporation. Microsoft is best known for their Windows operating system and Surface laptop series. The Surface Laptop is their standard notebook offering, while their Surface Go, Surface Pro, and Surface Studio are their 2-in-1/tablet offerings in order of increasing capability. Although Microsoft charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a well integrated and packaged device since Microsoft develops the Windows operating system.
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