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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Latitude 5431 is typically less expensive, lighter, and has a smaller screen, making it more portable and better suited for general business use. The Dell XPS 15, while generally more costly, offers a larger, higher-resolution screen with better color reproduction, a more powerful processor, and graphics capabilities that are better for engineering, 3D rendering, and machine learning tasks. The XPS 15 also has a slightly longer battery life. Consider the Latitude 5431 if cost and portability are paramount. Choose the XPS 15 for better performance in intensive tasks, despite its extra weight and cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
- The Dell Latitude 5431 has no clear advantages over the Dell XPS 15.
Advantages of the Dell XPS 15
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.5
8.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
241.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
606.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for general use, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is good.
The Dell XPS 15 stands out for general use due to its higher screen quality and better battery life, offering a brighter display and more battery capacity than the Dell Latitude 5431, despite being slightly less portable. Both laptops have similar RAM and CPUs that handle general tasks well, but the XPS 15's superior graphics unit and larger, higher-resolution screen make it more suitable for intensive applications in addition to everyday activities.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.8
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.1/10
The Dell XPS 15 and Dell Latitude 5431 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Dell XPS 15 is somewhat better.
The Dell XPS 15 provides better gaming and 3D experiences mainly due to its superior dedicated Intel Arc A370M GPU and higher screen quality, which includes better brightness and color space coverage. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5431 uses an integrated Intel Iris Xe GPU, which is less powerful for these tasks, and has a lower brightness and color space coverage, making the overall visual experience less vibrant and detailed. Both laptops have the same 60Hz refresh rate, and while the XPS 15 has a slightly higher-quality CPU, this factor is less crucial than the GPU for gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
6.9
8.1
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.4
8.3
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for content creation, while the Dell Latitude 5431 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
7.3
8.1
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for software development, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is good.
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
7.4
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
241.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
606.0 nits
The Dell XPS 15 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5431 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Dell Latitude 5431 has a fair screen that is suitable for tasks not heavily reliant on superior color accuracy or resolution, such as browsing the web or editing documents, which makes it adequate for general use. However, for engineering and design where precise color representation and wider color gamuts are crucial, its display falls short compared to higher-end screens. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the need for high refresh rates to ensure smooth motion is not met by this model, leading to a poor gaming and 3D experience, despite adequate resolution and panel technology for other uses.
Build Quality
7.4
8.5
The Dell XPS 15 has very good build quality, while the Dell Latitude 5431 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Key similarities
Battery
9.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5431 has 9 hours of battery life. The Dell XPS 15 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.
Portability
Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Dell XPS 15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$950
$1,000
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Dell Latitude 5431 has a price of $950 and the Dell XPS 15 costs $1,000.
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How the Dell Latitude 5431 and the Dell XPS 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5431 | Dell XPS 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$950 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.96'' | 13.6'' x 9.1'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.3 lbs | 4.21 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.65" | 13.57" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.35" | 9.06" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1250P | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 86 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 241 nits | 606 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 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 | 9.1/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 10/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
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 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Matthew Buzzi | May 2023
"The 2023 Dell XPS 15 is more or less exactly what you'd expect from the company flagship. Its fresh components deliver measurably superior power and longevity, while the machine's premium build and design remain intact. It may not be overly exciting, but XPS loyalists and upgraders should be more than happy."
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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.
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