If you prioritize performance and versatility for tasks like engineering and intensive work, the Dell Latitude, despite its higher cost, is better suited. In contrast, if you're looking for a more budget-friendly laptop for general use such as browsing the web and using office applications, and you're willing to compromise on speed and power, the Packard Bell Cloudbook could be sufficient. The Dell's 2-in-1 feature also offers tablet functionality, which adds to its value, but consider that you may not need this if your work is predominantly laptop-based. Keep in mind that with higher performance often comes shorter battery life, and the Dell is likely heavier, making the Cloudbook more portable for on-the-go use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1
Good for general use
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1.
Key differences
General Use
7.5/10
5.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
286.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is good for general use, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 outperforms the Packard Bell Cloudbook due to its more powerful CPU and greater RAM, which allows for faster multitasking and smoother overall performance, complemented by a higher-quality screen for a better viewing experience. Additionally, the Latitude boasts superior portability with longer battery life, making it well-suited for users on the go, while the Cloudbook falls short in these key areas, affecting its usability for general tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
5.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
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 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has a better GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smoother visuals in gaming and 3D applications, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has a less capable GPU and a lower refresh rate, resulting in less fluid graphics performance. Additionally, the stronger CPU and superior screen quality of the Dell contribute modestly to a better overall gaming and 3D experience compared to the Packard Bell's more basic offerings in these areas.
Engineering and Design
6.9/10
5.5/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 offers stronger CPU performance, more RAM, and a better GPU which are essential for the demands of engineering and design software, while it also has a higher screen quality that benefits detailed work. In contrast, the Packard Bell Cloudbook's lower specifications in these areas make it less capable of handling such tasks, despite being more portable and possibly having a quieter operating noise.
Content Creation
7.4/10
5.9/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is good for content creation, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
5.9/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 is good for software development, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
5.8/10
13.3in
SIZE
14.1in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5330 has a better screen than the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you're primarily using your laptop for general tasks like browsing, writing, and watching videos, the Dell Latitude's screen will suffice with adequate resolution and brightness, but the Packard Bell Cloudbook may disappoint due to lower quality in these areas. For engineering and design work that demands precise color accuracy, the Dell offers a fair experience by covering a decent range of colors, but the Packard Bell's lack of extensive color gamut support may lead to less accurate color representation. Gamers and 3D artists looking for smooth motion will prefer the Dell for its better refresh rate and reasonable clarity, while the Packard Bell's screen will fall short, lacking the smoothness and detail needed for such immersive experiences.
Battery
9.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5330 has 9 hours of battery life. The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 has 7 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
Very Good
13.3in
SIZE
14.1in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" both have very good portability, though the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
5.1/10
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has good build quality, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$600
$350
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 has a price of $600 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" costs $350.
How the Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
Dell Latitude 5330 2-in-1
Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
GENERAL
Price
Price
$600
$350
Release Date
Release Date
May 1, 2022
January 1, 2022
Overall Dimensions
Overall Dimensions
12'' x 8.2'' x 0.73''
14.8'' x 9.6'' x 0.78''
Weight
Weight
2.91 lbs
2.7 lbs
Width
Width
12.04"
14.76"
Depth
Depth
8.17"
9.56"
INTERNAL
Processor
Processor
Intel i5-1245U
Intel Celeron N4020
RAM
RAM
16 GB
4 GB
DDR Memory Version
DDR Memory Version
4
4
RAM Slots
RAM Slots
2
0
Storage
Storage
256 GB
128 GB
Storage Slots
Storage Slots
1
1
Graphics
Graphics
Iris Xe
UHD Graphics 600
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
No
No
GPU Type
GPU Type
Integrated
Integrated
Supports DLSS
Supports DLSS
No
No
Supports Ray Tracing
Supports Ray Tracing
No
No
BATTERY
Battery Life
Battery Life
9 Hours
7 Hours
Battery Capacity
Battery Capacity
58 Wh
38 Wh
SCREEN
Diagonal Size
Diagonal Size
13.3"
14.1"
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
200 nits
Screen Aspect Ratio
Screen Aspect Ratio
16:9
16:9
Pixel Density
Pixel Density
165.63 PPI
156.23 PPI
Contrast
Contrast
1240: 1
Unknown
Display Response Time
Display Response Time
36 ms
Unknown
DCI-P3
DCI-P3
39 %
35 %
sRGB
sRGB
50 %
50 %
Adobe RGB
Adobe RGB
39 %
35 %
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS
Build Quality Score
Build Quality Score
7.4/10
5.1/10
Portability Score
Portability Score
8.7/10
8.1/10
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
Facial Recognition
Facial Recognition
No
No
Upper Side Temp (Max)
Upper Side Temp (Max)
38.6°C
Lower Side Temp (Max)
Lower Side Temp (Max)
42.9°C
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
25.1°C
Keyboard Lighting Color
Keyboard Lighting Color
White
N/A
Warranty Period
Warranty Period
1 year
0 year
HARDWARE FEATURES
Keyboard Quality Score
Keyboard Quality Score
7/10
4.6/10
Speaker Quality Score
Speaker Quality Score
8/10
6/10
Webcam
Webcam
720p
720p
Fingerprint Reader
Fingerprint Reader
No
No
Backlit Keyboard
Backlit Keyboard
Yes
No
Number Pad
Number Pad
No
No
CONNECTIVITY
USB Type-A
USB Type-A
2
2
USB-C ports
USB-C ports
2
1
USB-C Charging
USB-C Charging
Yes
No
Display Outputs
Display Outputs
3
1
Thunderbolt Version
Thunderbolt Version
4
N/A
Thunderbolt Ports
Thunderbolt Ports
2
0
DisplayPorts
DisplayPorts
0
0
HDMI Ports
HDMI Ports
1
1
Ethernet
Ethernet
No
No
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth Version
5.3
4
WiFi Version
WiFi Version
6E
5
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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.
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