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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Dell Latitude 5430 offers better performance and a higher-quality display, making it well-suited for more intensive tasks and environments where display quality is important. It generally comes with better hardware, but this also means it's more expensive. On the other hand, the HP 250 G10, while less expensive, has lower performance capabilities, which might be sufficient for general use or simple tasks. Its display is not as sharp or colorful, impacting the viewing experience. Consider the Dell if performance and display quality are crucial to you and the HP if budget and basic functionality are your top priorities. 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 250 G10
- The HP 250 G10 has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5430.
Key differences
General Use
7.2
6.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
248.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Dell Latitude 5430 is good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5430 provides a balance of good portability, battery life, and a higher resolution screen which is beneficial for a range of tasks, but its storage and RAM are modest for heavy multitasking. In contrast, the HP 250 G10 offers more RAM which can handle multiple applications better, but falls short on screen quality, battery life, and overall portability.
Engineering and Design
6.5
5.8
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5430 is only fair for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The Dell Latitude 5430 is fair for engineering and design use because it has a mid-range CPU (Intel i5-1235U) with integrated graphics (Iris Xe) and a better quality IPS screen with higher resolution, making it suitable to handle moderate workloads and provide clearer visual details. On the other hand, the HP 250 G10 is poor for these tasks since it has a lower-end CPU (Intel N200), less capable graphics (Intel UHD Graphics), and a lower-quality TN screen with a lower resolution, which limits its performance and display quality for complex engineering applications and detailed design work.
Content Creation
7.2
6.2
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Dell Latitude 5430 is good for content creation, while the HP 250 G10 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
6.4
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5430 is good for software development, while the HP 250 G10 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.
Screen Quality
6.1
5.3
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
248.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5430 has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell Latitude 5430's screen offers decent clarity and visibility for everyday tasks due to its resolution and brightness but may not satisfy users needing to work on intricate design projects or play high-end games because it lacks extensive color gamut support and a high refresh rate. On the other hand, the HP 250 G10 falls short in providing a satisfactory visual experience across the board, with its lower resolution and brightness affecting even basic tasks, and its limited color range and refresh rate making it less suitable for detailed engineering work and fast-paced gaming. In essence, while the Dell Latitude 5430 is adequate for routine use, neither laptop is optimal for professional design applications or gaming experiences that demand high color accuracy and smooth motion.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5430 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP 250 G10 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
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5430 has very good portability, while the HP 250 G10 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
6.0
The Dell Latitude 5430 has good build quality, while the HP 250 G10 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$790
$349
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Latitude 5430 has a price of $790 and the HP 250 G10 costs $349.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.0
5.7
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
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 250 G10 is poor.
The Dell Latitude 5430 provides a fair gaming experience due to its more capable Iris Xe GPU and a higher resolution IPS screen which offers better image quality, while the HP 250 G10 falls short for gaming with its less powerful UHD Graphics and lower resolution TN display, both of which impact graphical performance and visual fidelity.
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How the Dell Latitude 5430 and the HP 250 G10 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5430 | HP 250 G10 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$790 | $349 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.76'' | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.01 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.65" | 14.17" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.35" | 9.29" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | Intel N200 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 248 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
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 | |
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Nikolay Palaozov | December 2023
"The HP 250 G10 is a decent budget device that surprises us with its high CPU frequencies under load. Still, our configuration has a Core i5-1335U which doesn’t require significant cooling, if choose a 28W P-series processor, maybe the situation with the clocks could be different. If you want to play some casual game after work, a memory in dual-channel is a must because it increases greatly the iGPU performance."
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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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