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Updated March 13, 2024·
If you prioritize a sturdy build and business-class features, the Dell Latitude may better suit your needs, especially in professional environments requiring durability and extensive connectivity options. For those favoring a sleek design and slightly lighter weight for easier portability, the Lenovo ThinkBook could be preferable, though you might trade off some connectivity and ruggedness. The Dell might offer a slightly better keyboard experience for extended typing sessions, useful in corporate or writing-intensive tasks, while the Lenovo provides a higher resolution display that's better for multimedia consumption and crisp visuals. Both are competent for general use, but if your work involves more CPU-intensive tasks, carefully consider the specific configurations and performance benchmarks. Keep in mind, battery life varies by usage, but both should handle a standard workday on a single charge under typical conditions. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
- The Dell Latitude 5431 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.9
7.9
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5431 with a powerful CPU, substantial RAM, and a dedicated GPU makes it a suitable choice for demanding engineering and design tasks, complemented by its high screen quality for detail-oriented work. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, while also equipped with a capable CPU and adequate RAM for engineering use, leans towards a more portable design with a quality keyboard and quieter operation, but may not match the graphical performance required for more intensive design software due to a less powerful GPU.
Content Creation
7.4
8.0
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
7.9
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and Dell Latitude 5431 are both good for software development, though the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is somewhat better.
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
8.2
14.0in
SIZE
13.5in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
241.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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, with its fair screen quality, likely has an adequate display resolution and brightness useful for everyday tasks, but may lack the expansive color gamut necessary for precise engineering and design work. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x offers better screen quality with higher resolution and wider color gamut coverage, enhancing the accuracy for professional design and engineering. However, both laptops fall short for 3D applications and gaming due to lower refresh rates that can't smoothly render fast-moving visuals, despite their sufficient resolutions and panel technologies for other tasks.
Portability
Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.5in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has excellent portability, while the Dell Latitude 5431 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$950
$1,399
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Latitude 5431 has a price of $950 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x costs $1,399.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
241.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and Dell Latitude 5431 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5431 offers solid performance and sufficient RAM for everyday tasks, along with a high-quality screen and good battery life; it is also easy to carry, which makes it well-suited for users on the move. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x features a comparable CPU and RAM for smooth general usage, a top-notch screen, and excellent portability, but it typically has a longer battery life, which is ideal for those who work without frequent access to power.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.6
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and Dell Latitude 5431 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x are both suitable for light gaming and 3D applications because they feature GPUs that can handle less demanding tasks without the high performance of specialized gaming or workstation laptops. However, their screen refresh rates are not as high as dedicated gaming models, and while their CPUs and screen quality are decent, they don't match the top-tier displays and processing power needed for the best gaming and 3D experiences.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5431 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has 8 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
7.6
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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 ThinkBook 13x compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5431 | Lenovo ThinkBook 13x |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$950 | $1,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | January 30, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.96'' | 11.6'' x 8.1'' x 0.5'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.3 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.65" | 11.6" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.35" | 8.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1250P | Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 74 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1920 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 241 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 9.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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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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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