When choosing between the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and the MSI Raider GE78, consider that the Dell offers better portability and battery life, suitable for everyday tasks and travel, while costing less. On the other hand, the MSI Raider provides superior performance for demanding applications like 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming but is heavier and usually has a shorter battery life, along with a higher price. Your choice should align with whether you prioritize a lightweight, cost-effective laptop or a high-performance machine for resource-intensive tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1
Very good portability
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE78
Very good for general use
Excellent for engineering and design
Best in class for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.5/10
8.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
286.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.5/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 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 capable CPU and sufficient RAM, offers a good balance for everyday tasks, with added portability and battery life that support on-the-go use, along with a touch screen that enhances its usability. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE78, with a more powerful CPU and higher RAM, excels in screen quality for a visually striking experience, but it's less portable and has shorter battery life, making it better suited for demanding tasks rather than frequent travel.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
9.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 is best in class for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1, while versatile and portable, has a less powerful graphics card and lower screen refresh rate, making it less suitable for high-end gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the MSI Raider GE78 is built with a top-tier graphics card and a high refresh rate screen, delivering a smoother and more immersive experience for demanding games and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.9/10
9.4/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE78 is excellent for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1, with its satisfactory CPU, RAM, and screen quality, meets the basic requirements for engineering and design but may fall short during more demanding tasks that the MSI Raider GE78 handles with ease, thanks to its superior CPU, RAM, GPU, and high-quality screen. While the Dell offers greater portability and a quieter operating experience, the MSI Raider's edge in performance makes it the better fit for intensive engineering and design work, despite being heavier with a louder operating noise.
Content Creation
7.4/10
8.8/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE78 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.
Software Development
7.3/10
8.5/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 is very good for software development, while the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is good.
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.
Screen Quality
6.3/10
8.6/10
13.3in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE78 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5330 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When considering the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1, its fair screen quality for general use is due to its adequate resolution and brightness, which are sufficient for typical tasks but may lack the sharpness and vibrancy desired for more advanced applications. For engineering and design, the importance of color accuracy means the fair rating stems from a limited color gamut coverage, not fully embracing the broader spectrums like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB that professionals seek. Lastly, its poor screen quality for gaming and 3D is linked to a lower refresh rate, which does not provide the smooth visuals that fast-paced or graphically intensive tasks require, even though resolution and panel type are somewhat adequate.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE78 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
Poor
13.3in
SIZE
17.3in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
6.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has very good portability, while the MSI Raider GE78 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
8.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 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
$4,386
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has a price of $600 and the MSI Raider GE78 costs $4,386.
"Performance-wise, the GE78 offers a significant boost over the GE77 for just slightly higher power consumption. You'll have to get the RTX 4080 or 4090 configurations to see the performance advantages, however, as the RTX 4070 is closer in performance to the older RTX 3080 Ti. In terms of design, some users might prefer the 16:9 minimalistic look of the older GE77 over the 16:10 retro-inspired GE78 and vice versa. We wouldn't call one better than the other in terms of aesthetics, but we'll give the edge to the GE78 for its stronger hinges and larger keys and clickpad."
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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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