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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize portability and a longer battery life for general use like office tasks, the Dell Latitude 5431 is a more compact and affordable option with solid performance for such tasks. Conversely, the HP Omen 17 offers much stronger performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering software at a higher price, but it's bulkier and less portable, making it ideal for gaming and intensive tasks. Both laptops have a good build quality, but the Omen has a larger, higher-resolution screen that's better for fast-motion visuals, which is beneficial for gaming and video editing. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
- Good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the HP Omen 17
- Very good for engineering and design
- Excellent for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2
9.0
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Omen 17 is excellent for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5431 has an integrated Intel graphics card and a standard refresh rate, which is fair for gaming and 3D tasks, while the HP Omen 17 comes with a powerful Nvidia RTX graphics card and a high refresh rate screen, making it very good for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
6.9
8.8
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is only fair.
The HP Omen 17 is better suited for engineering and design due to its high-performance Intel i7 CPU, generous RAM, a powerful Nvidia RTX GPU, and superior screen quality, but it is less portable and noisier with a bulkier design. In comparison, the Dell Latitude 5431 offers decent performance for engineering tasks with a moderate Intel i5 CPU and integrated graphics, which are complemented by good screen quality and greater portability, but it falls short for more demanding design and engineering applications.
Content Creation
7.4
8.0
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Omen 17 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.
Screen Quality
6.1
7.9
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
241.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The HP Omen 17 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5431 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When considering laptops for general use, the HP Omen 17 outshines the Dell Latitude 5431 with its superior resolution and brightness, making for a clearer and more vibrant display. For engineering and design tasks, although the HP has better overall color reproduction, the Dell's screen may not cover a wide range of colors, which could be a limiting factor for precise color work. Gamers and 3D artists, however, may find both laptops lacking due to their lower refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion and fast-paced visuals.
Battery
9.0 Hours
3.5 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5431 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP Omen 17 has 3.5 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.
Portability
Good
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Dell Latitude 5431 has good portability, while the HP Omen 17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$950
$2,099
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Dell Latitude 5431 has a price of $950 and the HP Omen 17 costs $2,099.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
241.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The HP Omen 17 and Dell Latitude 5431 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5431 offers a balance of performance and portability, with a solid CPU and RAM for everyday tasks, a high-quality keyboard, and good portability thanks to its lighter weight and longer battery life. In contrast, the HP Omen 17 provides powerful performance suitable for intensive tasks due to its superior CPU and graphics, a larger and high-quality screen, though it trades off some portability and battery life due to its higher weight and gaming-focused components.
Software Development
7.3
7.7
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen 17 and Dell Latitude 5431 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5431 and HP Omen 17 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 5431 and the HP Omen 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5431 | HP Omen 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$950 | $2,099 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | June 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.96'' | 15.6'' x 10.3'' x 1.06'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.3 lbs | 6.17 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.65" | 15.64" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.35" | 10.32" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1250P | Intel i7-13700HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 83 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 241 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
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 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Marc Herter | September 2022
"The HP Omen 17 (2022) gaming laptop has a stylish case and hardware with lots of potential. The HP Omen 17 is a fairly unobtrusive gaming laptop. A material combination of plastic and metal gives the case a high stability and a quality surface feel. The unspectacular design is pleasing and is hardly indicative of the laptop's high performance potential. The Intel Core i7-12700H in particular is able to perform well once again. The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is also strong in the gaming notebook. Demanding games run smoothly in Full HD resolution. The HP Omen 17 is a good gaming laptop that delivers partly excellent performance. But even at this performance level, cheaper alternatives are available."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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