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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize battery life and portability, consider the LG Ultra 13 since it is lighter and has longer battery life. However, if you need a laptop with more ports for connectivity, a backlit keyboard, and the ability of USB-C charging port, the Dell Latitude 5430 might be a better fit. The LG packs a more powerful processor and double the RAM compared to the Dell, making it suitable for more intensive tasks and multitasking. On the other hand, the Dell comes with Windows 11 Pro, which can be more suitable for certain professional environments, whereas the LG is sold with Windows 10 Home. Both offer similar display size and resolution, but the LG has a higher brightness and wider color coverage, which can be beneficial for media consumption and creative work. The Dell has a slightly larger screen, but if ultimate portability is crucial, you might prefer the LG's smaller size and lighter weight. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5430
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the LG Ultra 13
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.1
6.9
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
248.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The LG Ultra 13 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5430 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude 5430's screen may not offer the vividness and clarity desired for detailed engineering work or the high refresh rates sought after for smooth gaming experiences, but it provides adequate resolution and brightness for routine tasks. On the other hand, the LG Ultra 13 delivers sharper images and more accurate colors thanks to better coverage of color gamuts, enhancing work in engineering and design, though like the Dell, it falls short for gaming due to a lower refresh rate. For general use, both laptops are competent, but the LG Ultra 13 has an edge with superior screen attributes that enrich everyday visual interactions.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Ultra 13 has excellent portability, while the Dell Latitude 5430 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$790
$529
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Latitude 5430 has a price of $790 and the LG Ultra 13 costs $529.
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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
300.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Dell Latitude 5430 and LG Ultra 13 are both good for general use.
The LG Ultra 13 pulls ahead of the Dell Latitude 5430 for general use primarily due to its better screen quality, having a higher brightness and wider color coverage, and its larger RAM capacity which contributes to smoother multitasking. Additionally, the LG offers superior portability with a lighter frame and slightly longer battery life, whereas the Dell has a more robust build and may manage heat better, but with lower screen brightness and less RAM, it's less suited for varied and intensive usage.
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
8.0/10
The LG Ultra 13 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5430 and the LG Ultra 13 are considered fair for gaming and 3D because both use integrated GPUs—the Iris Xe and Vega 7 respectively—which provide moderate gaming performance but may struggle with more demanding 3D tasks. Additionally, both laptops have a screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is suitable for everyday tasks but may not be as smooth for fast-paced gaming that would benefit from higher refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
6.5
6.6
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The LG Ultra 13 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude 5430 offers fair performance for engineering and design, with a moderate processor and integrated graphics, but it has less RAM compared to the LG Ultra 13, which also provides fair performance featuring a more powerful processor and better-integrated graphics; both have similar quality IPS screens and manageable portability. However, while Dell's keyboard quality is good and has less operating noise, the LG surpasses with an excellent keyboard and the quietest operating noise, plus a significantly lighter build, aiding in its portability despite both having a similarly rugged exterior suitable for daily use.
Content Creation
7.2
7.2
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Ultra 13 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
4.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Ultra 13 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 LG Ultra 13 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
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5430 and LG Ultra 13 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 LG Ultra 13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5430 | LG Ultra 13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$790 | $529 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | January 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.76'' | 12.1'' x 8.1'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.01 lbs | 2.16 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.65" | 12.08" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.35" | 8.14" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | AMD Ryzen 7 4700U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
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 | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.3" | |
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 | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
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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Joshua Goldman | April 2017
"The 13.3-inch LG Gram is a fine fit if you need to travel as light as possible for as long as possible without spending a fortune to do it. It might not be particularly sturdy or have an eye-catching design and its webcam is less than ideal, but with its sharp touch display, comfortable backlit keyboard, responsive touchpad and a fingerprint reader for extra security, the Gram makes a respectible everyday laptop for business or school work."
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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 LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, and are often on sale.
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