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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you prioritize a flexible design for presentations or use as a tablet, the Dell Latitude 2-in-1 is designed for versatility, often with a better touch screen. On the other hand, if your focus is on carrying your laptop around, the MSI Modern 14 is typically lighter and more portable. For rigorous tasks like video editing or more complex applications, check if the MSI has a stronger processor and graphics. However, if you spend long hours away from power outlets, Dell's business laptops usually boast longer battery life. Consider your primary needs—flexibility and touch capabilities versus portability and potentially higher performance for demanding software. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Modern 14
- The MSI Modern 14 has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3
6.4
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
311.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a better screen than the MSI Modern 14 for software development.
For general use, both the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and MSI Modern 14 have screens with adequate resolution and brightness, but lack the exceptional clarity and vibrancy offered by higher-end displays. For engineering and design tasks, their screens provide acceptable color accuracy, but professionals might find the coverage of color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB insufficient for precision work. As for gaming and 3D applications, the screens likely have lower refresh rates, which reduces the smoothness of motion, making them less ideal for fast-paced visuals or professional 3D rendering tasks.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The MSI Modern 14 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.
Cost
$600
$525
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has a price of $600 and the MSI Modern 14 costs $525.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
286.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
311.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.6/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and MSI Modern 14 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 offers a versatile touch screen and convertible design, making it user-friendly for a variety of tasks, and it usually has enough processing power and memory for everyday applications; its portability and long battery life are great for users on the go. In contrast, the MSI Modern 14 typically provides a solid balance of performance with a good CPU and ample RAM for smooth multitasking, a quality screen, and it's light enough to carry around easily, though its battery might not last as long as the Dell's.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.0
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and MSI Modern 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and the MSI Modern 14 both have integrated graphics which are less suited for demanding gaming and 3D applications that require robust GPUs, resulting in fair performance in these areas. While the Latitude may offer better screen quality and the Modern might have a more efficient CPU, neither has the high screen refresh rates and dedicated graphics normally sought after for optimal gaming and 3D experiences.
Engineering and Design
6.9
6.6
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and MSI Modern 14 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1, with its robust CPU and RAM, caters to engineering and design tasks efficiently, while its high-quality screen and GPU support intricate graphics work; plus, its 2-in-1 design offers flexibility. The MSI Modern 14, while also equipped with capable CPU and RAM, is lighter for portability, and provides a comfortable keyboard for long work sessions, though it may have less screen real estate and graphical power compared to the Dell.
Content Creation
7.4
7.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and MSI Modern 14 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
7.1
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and MSI Modern 14 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
14.0in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and MSI Modern 14 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.0
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and MSI Modern 14 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 MSI Modern 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 | MSI Modern 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$600 | $525 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.2'' x 0.73'' | 12.7'' x 8.7'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.91 lbs | 3.08 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.04" | 12.68" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.17" | 8.74" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1245U | AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 39 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 286 nits | 311 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.7/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
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 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Alexander Tozzi, Ryan Lim, and John Peroramas | October 2023
"The MSI Modern 14 is okay for school use. It's very compact, so it's easy to carry around. It has a sharp display, a spacious keyboard, and a reasonably large touchpad. Its Intel 13th Gen CPU and integrated graphics can handle general productivity tasks like text processing and web browsing; however, don't expect to do anything intensive like 3D modeling or physics simulations. Unfortunately, the battery lasts less than five hours of light use, and the display doesn't get bright enough to combat glare."
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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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