Based on the comparison, the Dell Latitude 5430 is a premium business laptop with a good balance of portability and performance for general use and some engineering tasks, and it has a backlit keyboard and a range of modern ports including Thunderbolt. It would suit you well if your work involves multitasking and you need a machine that is easy to carry around while still offering strong performance capabilities. On the other hand, the HP 15" Laptop is a more budget-friendly option that still delivers adequate performance for general use. It's heavier and has fewer high-speed ports, which may limit connectivity options, but it could save you money if top-tier performance and extensive portability are not your primary concerns. Both laptops have similar screen sizes, resolution, and type, but the HP has a slightly larger screen, which might be better for viewing media or documents, though it comes at the cost of additional weight and size. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5430
Good for general use
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 15" Laptop
The HP 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5430.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.1/10
6.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
248.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5430 has a better screen than the HP 15" Laptop for software development, and content creation, while the HP 15" Laptop has a better screen for engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude 5430 and HP 15" Laptop have screens sufficient for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing due to their adequate resolution and brightness, but they may lack the vividness and sharpness preferred for more demanding visual activities. Their fair screen quality for engineering and design is because of the acceptable color reproduction, but professionals may find them lacking in color accuracy which is crucial for precise design work. For gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short as they don't have the high refresh rates required for smooth motion rendering, although their resolutions and panel types are serviceable for less graphically-intensive work.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5430 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP 15" Laptop 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
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5430 has very good portability, while the HP 15" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
6.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5430 has good build quality, while the HP 15" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$790
$375
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Latitude 5430 has a price of $790 and the HP 15" Laptop costs $375.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 5430 to be good for general use, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5430, with a mid-range Intel i5 processor, decent screen, and good battery life, is suitable for general use, enhanced by its relatively lighter weight making it more portable. In contrast, the HP 15" Laptop, though it has a slightly larger screen, offers a lower-tier Intel i3 processor and a smaller battery, which contributes to its lower general-use designation, albeit with a slightly longer battery life due to a less powerful CPU.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
5.9/10
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
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 5430 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 15" Laptop is poor.
The Dell Latitude 5430 is equipped with an Iris Xe GPU which is fair for gaming and 3D, but the HP 15" Laptop comes with a more basic UHD Graphics solution, so it also offers fair performance in these areas. Both have the same screen refresh rate of 60Hz which is suitable for casual but not high-end gaming, and the CPUs in both laptops are adequate but not top-of-the-line, contributing to their fair categorization for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
6.5/10
6.2/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5430 and HP 15" Laptop are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude 5430 features a more powerful Intel i5 processor and Iris Xe graphics, making it more capable in handling engineering and design software compared to the HP 15" Laptop which comes with an Intel i3 processor and Intel UHD Graphics. While both have similar amounts of RAM and screen quality, the Dell's superior CPU and GPU provide better performance for such tasks, although the HP might be a more cost-effective option if absolute performance is not crucial.
Content Creation
7.2/10
6.9/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 5430 to be good for content creation, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
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
7.1/10
6.7/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 5430 to be good for software development, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
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.
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How the Dell Latitude 5430 and the HP 15" Laptop compare to other laptops
"Chances are high that the HP 15 is one of the first laptops to pop up when you search for an inexpensive notebook. Indeed, its price tag is very tempting for many, and of course, this is the reason for its popularity. However, the HP 15" suffers from poor performance due to low power consumption. On the bright side, one of the good things about it is the port selection. On the inside, this includes two SODIMM slots for memory, an M.2 PCIe x4 slot for storage, and a SATA drive bay. However, the TN panel, and mediocre input devices are not ideal."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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