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Considering the tradeoffs between the two laptops, the Dell Latitude 5431 tends to be slightly more expensive and offers less storage capacity but provides you with a powerful processor suitable for intensive engineering tasks and a battery that is capable of supporting about 9 hours of typical use. It also comes with professional Windows 11 Pro and is rated well for heat management. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro may save you some money while offering double the storage capacity and a higher resolution and brighter display with touch capability, which is more suitable for general use, especially where screen quality is important. Additionally, it has a more compact and lighter design with a higher portability score. However, the battery life is a bit lower at around 8.5 hours and it runs on Windows 11 Home. Both have similar RAM, good build quality, and integrated graphics that can handle everyday tasks and light gaming, but aren't designed for intensive gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall display quality
- Very good portability
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.1
7.7
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
241.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
395.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5431 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude's screen may not have the high resolution or brightness that the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro offers, which is why the latter provides a clearer and more vibrant display for both general usage and detailed engineering work. The Lenovo also likely covers a wider range of color gamuts, making it superior for engineering and design where accurate color reproduction is critical. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops have screens with poor refresh rates, meaning they aren't ideal for the smooth visuals often desired in fast-paced games or smooth rendering of 3D graphics.
Portability
Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has very good portability, while the Dell Latitude 5431 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$950
$799
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Latitude 5431 has a price of $950 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro costs $799.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
241.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
395.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.7/10
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5431 provides a balance for general users with solid battery life, a convenient number of ports, and a decent screen, while its slightly heavier design and normal high-definition screen offer durability and straightforward functionality. Conversely, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro stands out with a higher-resolution display and a lighter, thinner build conducive to on-the-go usage, enhanced by its touch screen capability, though it offers slightly less battery endurance, making it ideal for users prioritizing portability and screen quality.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.1
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro are both fair for gaming and 3D because they share integrated GPUs with moderate performance that can manage less demanding games and applications but struggle with more intensive tasks. While both have high-quality IPS screens, the IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro offers a higher resolution and a greater screen refresh rate, which can provide a smoother visual experience for gaming and 3D applications compared to the Latitude 5431's standard resolution and refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
6.9
7.0
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.0/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro to be good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5431, with its Intel i5-1250P CPU, 16GB RAM, and integrated Iris Xe graphics supports engineering and design tasks through robust processing capabilities and substantial memory, along with a full HD screen, but with a heavier build for its size which might affect portability. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro also accommodates similar workloads with an Intel i5-11300H CPU, 16GB of RAM, and Iris Xe graphics, but offers a higher resolution screen which benefits detailed design work, and it's more lightweight, enhancing portability at the slight expense of smaller storage capacity.
Content Creation
7.4
7.4
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro 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
5.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.5 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5431 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has 8.5 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.8
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro and Dell Latitude 5431 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 Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Latitude 5431 | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$950 | $799 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.96'' | 12.3'' x 8.7'' x 0.62'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.3 lbs | 3.04 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.65" | 12.29" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.35" | 8.74" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1250P | Intel i5-11300H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 60.7 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 90Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 241 nits | 395 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | 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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Allen Ngo | October 2021
"The main selling point of the IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro versus a regular IdeaPad Slim 7 is its faster Core H-series CPU. In reality, the Core i7-11370H is only marginally faster than the U-series Core i7-1165G7 to the point where most users are not likely to notice the benefits. The slight performance uptick comes at the cost of slightly higher power consumption as well meaning owners will have to deal with potentially warmer temperatures or louder fans to compensate. Unless if you happen to be a power user, then the regular non-Pro model will be more than enough. Once you go 90 Hz, you can't go back."
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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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