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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Latitude 5431 offers relatively better performance for intensive engineering tasks and has higher build and heat management quality, which could be crucial if you need to multitask or run demanding software. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" provides a touchscreen and typically more storage space, which may be beneficial for productivity and multitasking. The IdeaPad also boasts a slightly lighter build, which enhances its portability compared to the Latitude. Both devices feature an IPS display with similar screen size and resolution, but the IdeaPad has a bit better battery life, making it more suitable for extended use away from power sources. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15"
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.1
6.4
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
241.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5431 for general use, and engineering and design.
For general use, both the Dell Latitude 5431 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" suffice as they have adequate resolution, brightness, and suitable panel types offering clear visuals for everyday tasks. However, when it comes to engineering and design, their displays may not deliver the wide color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, which are crucial for professionals needing accurate color representation. In the realm of gaming and 3D applications, their lower refresh rates can't provide the smooth visuals that are essential for high-speed content, making these laptops less ideal for such intensive use.
Build Quality
7.4
6.0
The Dell Latitude 5431 has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$950
$741
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Latitude 5431 has a price of $950 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" costs $741.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
241.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5431 is well-suited for general use with a solid CPU and ample RAM, providing good performance for everyday tasks, while its lightweight and good battery life enhance its portability. In comparison, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" offers a larger screen with higher brightness and touchscreen capability, but its slightly heavier weight and longer battery life make it a compelling option for users prioritizing display quality and longer untethered use.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.1
3.7/10
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
9.5/10
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" are both considered fair for gaming and 3D because they have integrated GPUs that are sufficient for light gaming but may struggle with high-end games and complex 3D tasks. Both laptops have similar 60Hz display refresh rates, which is adequate for casual gaming, but not ideal for high frame-rate games that benefit from faster screens; the Dell's Intel i5-1250P Iris Xe and Lenovo's AMD Ryzen 7 5700U Vega 8 are not as powerful as dedicated gaming GPUs, and while their CPUs and screen qualities are decent, they're not designed for intensive graphic workloads.
Engineering and Design
6.9
6.6
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude 5431 is better suited for engineering and design due to its robust CPU, more RAM, and higher quality GPU, which are very important for running complex software and multitasking efficiently. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15", although it offers a larger screen and slightly better battery life, has a less powerful CPU, less RAM, and a less capable GPU, which may limit performance in demanding engineering applications despite its fair portability and slightly higher screen brightness.
Content Creation
7.4
7.4
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" and Dell Latitude 5431 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
7.3
7.3
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" 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 5431 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 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
3.5 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Dell Latitude 5431 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5431 | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$950 | $741 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | March 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.96'' | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.3 lbs | 3.57 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.65" | 14.18" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.35" | 9.29" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1250P | AMD Ryzen 7 5700U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 12 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 42 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 241 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6/10 | |
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 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
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 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Alex Iliev | April 2023
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" is affordable and pretty efficient. At the end of the day, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 (15″, 2023) is one of the better affordable laptops money can buy right now. It has a decent performance, albeit coming from a CPU that is based on old architecture. Playing low-intensity games is possible but at low to medium settings. We are really happy with the cooling setup, but the main event here is the battery life. We got 9 hours of either Web browsing or video playback, which is a great result. Especially if you compare this device with the ASUS E410."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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