When choosing between the Dell Latitude 5430 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, consider how you'll use your laptop. If your priority is value and you need a laptop for everyday tasks like web browsing, document editing, and moderate multitasking, the Dell Latitude could be a good fit. However, if you're inclined towards creative tasks, video editing, or light gaming, and you're willing to invest more for higher performance, the MSI Prestige, with its stronger graphics capability, may be worth the extra cost. The MSI might also offer a better screen for visual work, but the Dell will generally grant you more longevity on a single charge and might be more durable for frequent travel. Keep in mind, the MSI's sleek design improves portability but may come at the expense of easier upgrades and repairs compared to the Dell. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5430
Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Key differences
General Use
7.2/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
248.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the Dell Latitude 5430 is good.
The Dell Latitude 5430 offers good CPU performance and portability but falls short in screen quality and battery life compared to the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo; the MSI has a better balance of power for demanding tasks, a superior display for sharper visuals, and longer battery life for extended use on the go. While both have adequate RAM and storage for general use, the MSI also edges out with a higher-quality keyboard and speakers, making for a more enjoyable user experience, though both manage heat and operating noise effectively.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Dell Latitude 5430 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is somewhat better.
The Dell Latitude 5430 offers a modest GPU that handles less demanding games and 3D applications adequately, but its screen refresh rate isn't high, making it less optimal for fast-paced gaming. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, while also having a capable GPU for lighter gaming and 3D tasks, comes with a better screen quality and a CPU that's generally faster, giving it an edge in multitasking and more intensive workflows.
Engineering and Design
6.5/10
7.8/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5430 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5430, while offering decent CPU and RAM, falls behind the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo in GPU performance and screen quality, both crucial for demanding engineering and design applications. Although the Latitude may be more portable and have a quieter operating noise, the Prestige's superior processing capabilities and display make it a preferable choice for tasks that require more graphical power and visual detail.
Content Creation
7.2/10
8.0/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is very good for content creation, while the Dell Latitude 5430 is good.
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
7.1/10
7.7/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Dell Latitude 5430 are both good for software development, though the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is somewhat better.
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
6.1/10
7.8/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
248.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5430 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, where you value clarity and visibility, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo's superior resolution and brightness provide a sharper and more vibrant display than the Dell Latitude 5430. When it comes to engineering and design, MSI's wider color gamuts ensure more accurate color reproduction, which is critical for precise visual work. However, for gaming and 3D applications where the smoothness of motion is key, both laptops fall short due to their lower refresh rates, although their resolutions and panel types are adequate for moderate use.
Cost
$790
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell Latitude 5430 has a price of $790 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
The Dell Latitude 5430 has 9 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Dell Latitude 5430 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.4/10
The Dell Latitude 5430 and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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 MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
Dell Latitude 5430
MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
GENERAL
Price
Price
$790
$1,300
Release Date
Release Date
May 1, 2022
February 1, 2024
Overall Dimensions
Overall Dimensions
12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.76''
12.3'' x 7.5'' x 0.7''
Weight
Weight
3.01 lbs
3.7 lbs
Width
Width
12.65"
12.3"
Depth
Depth
8.35"
7.46"
INTERNAL
Processor
Processor
Intel i5-1235U
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H
RAM
RAM
8 GB
16 GB
DDR Memory Version
DDR Memory Version
4
5
RAM Slots
RAM Slots
2
0
Storage
Storage
256 GB
1024 GB
Storage Slots
Storage Slots
1
1
Graphics
Graphics
Iris Xe
Arc 8-Cores
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
No
No
GPU Type
GPU Type
Integrated
GPU Memory (VRAM)
GPU Memory (VRAM)
N/A
Supports DLSS
Supports DLSS
No
No
Supports Ray Tracing
Supports Ray Tracing
No
No
BATTERY
Battery Life
Battery Life
9 Hours
8 Hours
Battery Capacity
Battery Capacity
58 Wh
90 Wh
SCREEN
Diagonal Size
Diagonal Size
14"
14"
Display Technology
Display Technology
IPS
IPS
Resolution
Resolution
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1200
Refresh Rate
Refresh Rate
60Hz
144Hz
Display Brightness
Display Brightness
248 nits
415 nits
Screen Aspect Ratio
Screen Aspect Ratio
16:9
16:10
Pixel Density
Pixel Density
157.35 PPI
161.73 PPI
Contrast
Contrast
1430: 1
1802: 1
Display Response Time
Display Response Time
41 ms
59.6 ms
DCI-P3
DCI-P3
39 %
79 %
sRGB
sRGB
55 %
99 %
Adobe RGB
Adobe RGB
39 %
77 %
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS
Build Quality Score
Build Quality Score
7.4/10
7.4/10
Portability Score
Portability Score
8.4/10
8.6/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
Gaming Laptop Appearance
No
No
Premium Business Laptop
Premium Business Laptop
Yes
No
Fan Noise Score
Fan Noise Score
8/10
7.5/10
Facial Recognition
Facial Recognition
No
Yes
Upper Side Temp (Max)
Upper Side Temp (Max)
41.7°C
46.1°C
Lower Side Temp (Max)
Lower Side Temp (Max)
35.6°C
58.1°C
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
28.8°C
36.1°C
Keyboard Lighting Color
Keyboard Lighting Color
White
White
Warranty Period
Warranty Period
1 year
1 year
HARDWARE FEATURES
Keyboard Quality Score
Keyboard Quality Score
7/10
7.5/10
Speaker Quality Score
Speaker Quality Score
8/10
7/10
Webcam
Webcam
720p
1080p
Fingerprint Reader
Fingerprint Reader
No
Yes
Backlit Keyboard
Backlit Keyboard
Yes
Yes
Number Pad
Number Pad
No
No
CONNECTIVITY
USB Type-A
USB Type-A
2
1
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
4
Thunderbolt Ports
Thunderbolt Ports
2
2
DisplayPorts
DisplayPorts
0
0
HDMI Ports
HDMI Ports
1
1
Ethernet
Ethernet
Yes
No
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth Version
5.3
5.2
WiFi Version
WiFi Version
6E
6E
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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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