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Updated January 12, 2024·
When deciding between the Dell Latitude 5430 and the Lenovo V15, consider that the Dell model will provide you with a more premium experience at a higher cost. It boasts better build quality, more compact size for improved portability, and a higher-resolution screen for sharper visuals. On the other hand, the Lenovo V15 is more wallet-friendly and offers a larger screen, which may be beneficial for multitasking or media consumption, although the screen quality isn't as high. If extended battery life and a lighter laptop are important to you, and you're using it for business or travel, the Dell might be the better option. However, if storage capacity is a priority and you aim to save money, the Lenovo could meet your needs, especially for general use. Both laptops are equipped with professional operating systems and should handle everyday tasks and moderate workloads without issue. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5430
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo V15
- The Lenovo V15 has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5430.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.1
5.4
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
248.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5430 has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Dell Latitude offers a better viewing experience due to its higher resolution and brighter display, which makes text sharper and content more vibrant compared to the dimmer, less crisp screen of the Lenovo V15. In engineering and design, the Dell has an edge as its screen can reproduce colors more accurately, crucial for precise visual work, while the Lenovo falls short with a more limited color range. However, for 3D and gaming, neither laptop is ideal; the Dell's slightly better refresh rate may provide a smoother visual experience, but both lack the high refresh rates preferred for these activities.
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 Lenovo V15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
6.7
The Dell Latitude 5430 has good build quality, while the Lenovo V15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$790
$579
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Latitude 5430 has a price of $790 and the Lenovo V15 costs $579.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.2
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
248.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Lenovo V15 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5430 offers a balance between portability, with a lighter weight and smaller screen, and fair performance for general use, as it is equipped with a lower-tier CPU and less RAM compared to the Lenovo V15 which boasts a more robust CPU, double the RAM, and better on-paper performance, making it good for general use despite its larger size and heavier weight, making it slightly less portable.
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.1
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 Lenovo V15 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5430's integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and Lenovo V15's integrated AMD Vega 7 perform similarly for gaming and 3D tasks, neither being ideal as they lack the power of dedicated GPUs and the high refresh rates preferred for gaming. Additionally, the Latitude 5430's IPS display offers better viewing angles and color reproduction compared to the V15's TN panel, however, both have the same resolution and refresh rate, making neither standout for high-quality gaming visuals.
Engineering and Design
6.5
6.3
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5430 and Lenovo V15 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude 5430 offers a fair performance for engineering and design due to its capable CPU, enough RAM for basic tasks, integrated GPU, and good screen quality but might fall short for more demanding engineering software that requires more powerful specs. Meanwhile, the Lenovo V15 also qualifies as fair because it has similar specifications, suggesting it can handle standard engineering tasks but may not excel with high-end design applications that demand more rigorous CPU, RAM, or advanced GPU performance.
Content Creation
7.2
7.3
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Lenovo V15 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
7.1
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Dell Latitude 5430 and Lenovo V15 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
8.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5430 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo V15 has 8 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.
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How the Dell Latitude 5430 and the Lenovo V15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5430 | Lenovo V15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$790 | $579 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.76'' | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.01 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.65" | 14.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.35" | 9.3" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 38 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 248 nits | 231 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6.8/10 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 480p | |
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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Marvin Gollor | April 2022
"The strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
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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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