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Updated January 16, 2024·
If you prioritize longer battery life and better display quality, the Dell Latitude 5430, despite its higher price, offers these benefits along with a more powerful processor suitable for more demanding tasks. In contrast, the HP Pavilion 15 is more wallet-friendly and comes with more storage space out of the box, making it suitable for general use and media storage. However, it has a less powerful processor and a lower resolution screen. The Dell is also lighter and more compact, favoring portability, while the HP, being heavier, may not be as easy to carry around. Choose the Dell if performance and portability are critical, or the HP for a balance between cost and functionality for everyday tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5430
- Good for software development
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
- The HP Pavilion 15 has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5430.
Key differences
Software Development
7.1
6.6
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
The Dell Latitude 5430 is good for software development, while the HP Pavilion 15 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
220.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5430 has a better screen than the HP Pavilion 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
The Dell Latitude 5430 offers a balance of resolution and brightness suitable for typical tasks like browsing and video streaming, making it adequate for general use, but its limited color gamut and standard refresh rate aren't ideal for precision work in engineering and design or for the high frame rates desired in gaming and 3D applications. The HP Pavilion 15, with lower brightness and resolution, falls short for both everyday tasks and professional use, offering a less vibrant and sharp experience, and like the Latitude, its standard refresh rate and color reproduction are insufficient for design work and 3D gaming where color accuracy and fluid motion are key. Essentially, while the Latitude is passable for casual use, neither laptop is particularly well-suited for specialized tasks that demand high color accuracy or fast refresh rates.
Battery
9.0 Hours
3.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5430 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP Pavilion 15 has 3 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 Pavilion 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
6.2
The Dell Latitude 5430 has good build quality, while the HP Pavilion 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$790
$500
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Latitude 5430 has a price of $790 and the HP Pavilion 15 costs $500.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.2
7.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
248.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Dell Latitude 5430 and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.0
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
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
The HP Pavilion 15 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5430 has a better GPU performance but a standard refresh rate and screen quality that are decent for casual gaming, whereas the HP Pavilion 15, while offering lesser GPU capabilities and having a lower-resolution screen, also has the same standard refresh rate; both will deliver fair gaming experiences but are not optimized for high-end gaming or complex 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.5
6.2
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5430 and HP Pavilion 15 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude 5430, with a higher-grade processor, is more suited for demanding engineering tasks than the HP Pavilion 15, which has a basic processor but more RAM for multitasking; both have graphics suitable for light design work but struggle with intense graphics tasks. The Latitude has a sharper and brighter IPS screen, beneficial for detail-oriented work, while the Pavilion's larger, but lower-resolution TN display is less color accurate, affecting design precision; both trade away higher performance for affordability and decent portability.
Content Creation
7.2
7.1
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Dell Latitude 5430 and HP Pavilion 15 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.
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How the Dell Latitude 5430 and the HP Pavilion 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5430 | HP Pavilion 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$790 | $500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | August 1, 2020 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.76'' | 14.1'' x 9.5'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.01 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.65" | 14.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.35" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | Intel i3-1115G4 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 3 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 51 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 | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
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 | 6.3/10 | |
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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Alex Cox | August 2022
"The HP Pavilion 15 carries a fair amount of power and a sharp display in its handsome slimline shell. It's not perfect, but it's a hard worker. This is wonderfully designed and totes a heck of a lot of desktop power, with the added benefit of a decent webcam and a full-sized keyboard. If you're getting down to business on a budget, it's a great fit."
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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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