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Updated January 10, 2024·
For general use, the Dell Latitude 5430 offers a balance of price and performance, with good battery life and portability. Its screen, however, is not as sharp or bright as the Lenovo Slim 7 16, and it has lower storage capacity. In contrast, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 is better equipped for demanding tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or engineering with a higher-resolution touchscreen, a more powerful processor and graphics card, additional RAM, and larger storage. It's also better for entertainment with a brighter and higher resolution display. Nonetheless, it's heavier and less portable than the Dell Latitude 5430. If portability and cost are your priorities, the Dell Latitude 5430 is a strong choice, but if performance in complex tasks and a superior screen are more important, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 is more suitable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5430
- Very good portability
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Slim 7 16
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.2
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
248.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both good for general use, though the Lenovo Slim 7 16 is somewhat better.
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 outperforms the Dell Latitude 5430 in general use due to its superior CPU, double the RAM, and higher screen resolution and brightness, which enhance multitasking capabilities and visual experience. The Slim 7 also features a larger screen size and battery capacity, contributing to better usability and longer unplugged usage, although it is less portable due to its greater weight.
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.6
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Lenovo Slim 7 16 is somewhat better.
The Dell Latitude 5430 may be less suited for gaming and 3D rendering due to its integrated graphics, the Intel Iris Xe, and its standard refresh rate of 60Hz, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16, with its dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 graphics and higher screen refresh rate of 165Hz, is more capable in these areas, albeit at a likely higher price. The Lenovo also benefits from a sharper screen resolution and the option for touch input, enhancing screen quality for visual tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.5
7.5
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5430 is only fair.
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 outperforms the Dell Latitude 5430 in engineering and design due to its stronger AMD Ryzen processor, double the RAM, a dedicated Nvidia graphics card, and a higher resolution screen, which collectively provide better performance and detail for intensive tasks. While both have good build quality and screens, the Dell's Intel processor and integrated graphics, along with less memory and lower screen resolution, make it less suited for demanding engineering software, and the tradeoff for its lower weight is less power.
Screen Quality
6.1
8.3
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
248.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5430 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Dell Latitude 5430 likely has moderate resolution and brightness, making it suitable for tasks like browsing and document editing but lacks the color accuracy and wider color gamuts needed for detailed engineering and design work. The Lenovo Slim 7 16, with its superior screen, provides vivid colors and sharp details, ideal for creatives who prioritize color-accurate work over gaming since it probably doesn't offer high refresh rates required for smooth gameplay. Both laptops' screens may fall short for 3D gaming due to inadequate refresh rates, making them less ideal for fast-paced gaming despite their potential high resolution and quality panel types.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Latitude 5430 has very good portability, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$790
$1,440
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Latitude 5430 has a price of $790 and the Lenovo Slim 7 16 costs $1,440.
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Key similarities
Content Creation
7.2
7.6
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 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
7.6
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 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
9.5 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5430 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has 9.5 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
7.8
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and Dell Latitude 5430 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 Lenovo Slim 7 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5430 | Lenovo Slim 7 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$790 | $1,440 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | June 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.76'' | 14'' x 9.7'' x 0.69'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.01 lbs | 4.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.65" | 14.01" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.35" | 9.68" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 9.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 248 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
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 | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Eric Grevstad | March 2022
"At $1,011, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 Pro is a real bargain among full-sized laptops, with a handsome 16-inch, 16:10 aspect ratio touch screen, a speedy CPU, a comfortable keyboard, ample memory, and a roomy solid-state drive. It's not a blazing gaming rig or mobile workstation, but it doesn't pretend to be. Its biggest negative is that it may be hard to find—during our review, it sold out and was marked "Temporarily Unavailable" on Lenovo's site."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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