The Dell Latitude 5430 is more affordable, lighter, and has a longer battery life, which makes it suitable for general use and carrying around. However, it has a smaller screen, less powerful processor, and graphics, so it's less suited for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming. The Gigabyte Aorus 17, conversely, is pricier and heavier but comes equipped with a larger screen, high-performance processor, and advanced graphics, ideal for gaming, engineering applications, and intensive graphical tasks. Its battery life is shorter, so it's less suitable for long periods away from power sources. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5430
Very good portability
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.2/10
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
248.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.2/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both good for general use, though the Gigabyte Aorus 17 is somewhat better.
The Dell Latitude 5430 provides fair general use with its satisfactory processor and modest RAM which are great for day-to-day tasks, along with adequate screen quality and a lightweight design that enhances portability and battery life. In comparison, the Gigabyte Aorus 17 offers good general use because of its more powerful processor, larger RAM which excels in multitasking, and superior screen qualities that improve the visual experience, but it is less portable due to its larger size and heavier weight which also affects battery duration unfavorably.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
8.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5430 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5430 has an integrated GPU and a standard refresh rate, making it fair for casual gaming and 3D applications, whereas the Gigabyte Aorus 17 is equipped with a high-end dedicated Nvidia GPU and a much higher refresh rate, providing a more optimized experience that's considered good for gaming and demanding 3D work. Additionally, the Aorus 17 has a more powerful CPU and a better quality screen overall, further enhancing its suitability for intensive gaming and professional 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.5/10
8.4/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5430 is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 outshines the Dell Latitude 5430 for engineering and design due to a superior main processor and graphics card, more RAM, and a better quality screen, which are crucial for such tasks. Although the Latitude 5430 is more portable and has a longer battery life, the performance tradeoffs are significant for intensive engineering and design work where the Aorus 17's higher specs make a notable difference.
Content Creation
7.2/10
8.0/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 is very good for content creation, while the Dell Latitude 5430 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
6.1/10
8.0/10
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
248.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5430 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, a laptop like the Dell Latitude 5430 offers adequate screen resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing, but the Gigabyte Aorus 17's higher resolution and brighter panel offer a more vibrant and clearer experience. In engineering and design, the Aorus 17's wider color gamuts ensure more accurate color representation, crucial for professionals, whereas the Latitude 5430's more modest color coverage may lead to less precise color work. For 3D and gaming, the Gigabyte Aorus 17 may fall short despite its good resolution and panel type, as a high refresh rate is key for smooth motion and the Latitude 5430, while not designed for such tasks, also lacks in this aspect, providing a less than optimal experience for fast-paced visuals.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5430 has 9 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 17 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
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Dell Latitude 5430 has very good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$790
$1,700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Dell Latitude 5430 has a price of $790 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17 costs $1,700.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 and Dell Latitude 5430 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.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.4/10
The Dell Latitude 5430 and Gigabyte Aorus 17 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 5430 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17 compare to other laptops
"The Gigabyte Aorus 17 is a powerful high-end gaming machine. The Aorus 17 is a potent gaming notebook in a 17.3-inch format designed for FHD gaming at maximum settings. A Core i7-12700H processor and GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU make this possible. A lightning-fast PCIe 4 SSD (1 TB) provides the necessary storage space and ensures short loading times. With the Aorus 17 XE4, Gigabyte delivers a well-rounded, high-performance gaming notebook."
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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 Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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