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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Latitude 5430 and HP Envy x360 15 offer different strengths. The Latitude 5430, pricier than the Envy, offers superior portability with a smaller screen size and lighter weight, making it easier to carry around. It is well-suited for business use and performs well for general tasks. On the other hand, the Envy x360 costs less and features a larger touchscreen display, which could benefit those who prefer interactive media and creative work. However, the larger screen and touch capability make the Envy heavier and thus less portable than the Latitude. Both have similar battery life and general use performance, but choose the Latitude for a premium business laptop feel and the Envy if you're looking for a budget-friendly, versatile device with touch functionality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5430
- Very good portability
Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.1
6.2
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
248.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5430 and the HP Envy x360 15" have similar screen quality.
For general use, fair screen quality on both laptops indicates adequate resolution and brightness for most tasks, but they may not have the most vivid panels, leading to less eye-catching visuals. For engineering and design, the fair quality suggests that while these laptops cover enough of the color spectrum to work on most projects, professionals needing extremely precise color representation might find them lacking. In gaming and 3D, poor screen quality is mainly due to lower refresh rates, meaning these laptops may not provide as smooth motion or be as responsive as gaming-dedicated machines.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5430 has very good portability, while the HP Envy x360 15" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$790
$430
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Latitude 5430 has a price of $790 and the HP Envy x360 15" costs $430.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.2
7.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
248.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The HP Envy x360 15" and Dell Latitude 5430 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5430, while having a very good portability score, trails behind the HP Envy x360 15" in screen quality, as indicated by the Envy's higher brightness and more vibrant colors, which contributes to its overall better suitability for general use despite being less portable. Additionally, the Envy's convertible touchscreen design offers more versatility for different types of use, enhancing its user experience over the Dell for general use purposes.
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.0
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
The Dell Latitude 5430 and HP Envy x360 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5430 and HP Envy x360 15" are fair for gaming and 3D due to their integrated graphics cards, which can handle games but are not specialized for high-end gaming; both have only a standard screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is suitable for most tasks but not as smooth as higher rates found in dedicated gaming laptops. The Latitude features an Intel Iris Xe GPU, while the Envy has an AMD Vega 7, both of which provide respectable performance but are outpaced by discrete gaming GPUs, and despite having decent CPUs and screen quality, they don't match high-performance gaming specifications.
Engineering and Design
6.5
6.5
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5430 and HP Envy x360 15" are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude 5430 and the HP Envy x360 15" are assessed as fair for engineering and design use primarily because they are outfitted with mid-range processors and integrated graphics which may not handle extensive computational tasks of such fields efficiently; both provide a modest amount of RAM, which can be a limiting factor for heavy multitasking or demanding software typical in these disciplines.
Content Creation
7.2
7.3
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Envy x360 15" and Dell Latitude 5430 are both good for content creation.
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
7.2
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Envy x360 15" 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5430 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP Envy x360 15" has 10 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.2
The Dell Latitude 5430 and HP Envy x360 15" 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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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5430 | HP Envy x360 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$790 | $430 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | April 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.76'' | 14.1'' x 9'' x 0.72'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.01 lbs | 4.43 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.65" | 14.07" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.35" | 8.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 55 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 248 nits | 271 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 7.7/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Matt Elliott | January 2023
"Despite its good looks, stellar webcam and comfortable keyboard, the Envy x360 15 is hard to recommend because of its dim, 16:9 display. If the display isn't an issue for you, just be sure to wait for a good sale price. Otherwise, a more modern two-in-one with a 16:10 display such as the Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 or Lenovo Yoga 7i 16 provides a larger workspace without adding much to the size and weight of the system."
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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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