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Updated March 22, 2024·
When choosing between the Dell Latitude 5431 and HP Spectre x360 14, consider that the Latitude is typically aimed at business users with its durable build and security features, which may be less flashy but geared for a work environment. The Spectre x360, on the other hand, offers a flexible 2-in-1 design that's great for versatility and touch-screen use, appealing for those who value tablet functionality and design elegance. While the Latitude might offer more robust connectivity options and battery life suitable for longer workdays, the Spectre emphasizes a premium experience with its build quality and potentially superior display. The ideal choice depends on whether your priority is a functional business tool or a versatile, stylish device for a mix of work and entertainment. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
- The Dell Latitude 5431 has no clear advantages over the HP Spectre x360 14.
Advantages of the HP Spectre x360 14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.5
8.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
241.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for general use, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is good.
The Dell Latitude 5431 delivers adequate performance for day-to-day tasks with acceptable battery life and portability, but if a sharper screen, longer battery life, and a more lightweight design are crucial, the HP Spectre x360 14 offers these along with more robust performance suitable for more demanding applications. While both laptops handle general use competently, the Spectre's superior CPU and RAM enhance multitasking and its high-quality screen, speakers, and keyboard provide a premium user experience, justifying its higher price.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.8
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 and Dell Latitude 5431 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the HP Spectre x360 14 is somewhat better.
The Dell Latitude 5431 and the HP Spectre x360 14 have decent graphics processing units (GPUs) necessary for gaming and 3D tasks, but they may not offer the high screen refresh rates preferred by serious gamers for smoother visuals. While both have capable central processing units (CPUs) and good screen quality for everyday tasks, they may not meet the demands of the most graphics-intensive games and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
6.9
8.4
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is only fair.
The HP Spectre x360 14 typically offers a more powerful CPU, more RAM, and a higher-quality GPU, which are crucial for demanding engineering and design software, thus providing smoother performance and better screen quality for fine details. While the Dell Latitude 5431 is capable, it's generally less expensive and lighter, making it easier to carry, but this comes at the expense of the higher performance and display clarity found in the HP.
Content Creation
7.4
8.7
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The HP Spectre x360 14 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
8.4
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 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
8.6
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
241.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The HP Spectre x360 14 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 offers a balance of resolution and brightness suitable for everyday tasks but may lack the color range and crispness desired for high-end design work or the fast refresh rates sought by gamers. The HP Spectre x360 14 boasts a high-quality display with vibrant colors and sharpness that benefits both general users and professionals in engineering and design, although like the Dell, it doesn't cater to the high refresh rates preferred in gaming and 3D applications. While both laptops aren't ideal for gaming due to their lower refresh rates, they have their niches, with the Dell being a solid all-rounder and the HP excelling in visual fidelity for productivity and creative tasks.
Portability
Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The HP Spectre x360 14 has very good portability, while the Dell Latitude 5431 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
8.5
The HP Spectre x360 14 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.
Cost
$950
$1,630
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Latitude 5431 has a price of $950 and the HP Spectre x360 14 costs $1,630.
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Battery
9.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5431 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP Spectre x360 14 has 9 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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Spec Comparison
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| Dell Latitude 5431 | HP Spectre x360 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$950 | $1,630 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | January 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.96'' | 12.4'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.3 lbs | 3.45 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.65" | 12.35" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.35" | 8.68" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1250P | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 68 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 241 nits | 384 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 9.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 2160p | |
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 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Rami Tabari | February 2024
"The numbers don’t lie — the HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) is a star, and a hell of a one at that. From performance to battery life, this machine is a dream. But why didn’t I give it a perfect score? Well, I wish the display performed better and that there were more ports to go around. If you’re itching for someone a little cheaper that offers a brighter display and significantly more battery life, I can only recommend the MacBook Pro 14 as a suitable substitute. Otherwise, the HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) is the perfect choice for those who want a reliable premium laptop."
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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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