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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Latitude 5530 offers a higher midrange price, more RAM, and an Intel i5 CPU, making it well-suited for more intensive tasks and multitasking. It's also built more for professional use with features like Windows 11 Pro. However, it is heavier and has a larger form factor, reducing its portability. On the other hand, the HP 14" Laptop is a budget-friendly option with an AMD Ryzen 5 CPU and less RAM, sufficient for general use and lighter workloads. It is lighter and smaller, which makes it more portable, but it comes with Windows 11 Home and lacks some enterprise features. You have to weigh the importance of performance and professional features against price and portability when deciding between these two laptops. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5530
- Good for general use
- Good for software development
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 14" Laptop
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.5
6.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
286.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The Dell Latitude 5530 is good for general use, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5530, with a larger RAM and more capable CPU, promises a smoother experience for multitasking and general applications compared to the HP 14" Laptop, which has half the RAM and a less robust processor. While both have good screen quality and similar battery life, the Dell's superior build quality and keyboard, coupled with its features as a premium business laptop, make it better suited for general use despite being slightly less portable and slightly heavier than the HP.
Engineering and Design
6.9
6.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5530 and HP 14" Laptop are both only fair for engineering and design, though the Dell Latitude 5530 is somewhat better.
The Dell Latitude 5530 is favored for engineering and design because it offers more RAM for multitasking and a superior CPU and GPU combo from Intel, leading to better performance in demanding tasks. In contrast, the HP 14" Laptop has less RAM, a less powerful AMD CPU/GPU, and a lower overall build quality, rendering it less ideal for intensive engineering and design work.
Screen Quality
6.3
6.3
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5530 has a better screen than the HP 14" Laptop for software development, and content creation.
Both the Dell Latitude 5530 and the HP 14" laptop have screens suitable for general use and engineering, likely with acceptable resolution and brightness, but may lack the wider color gamut needed for high-level color work. Their suitability for 3D applications and gaming is limited due to poorer refresh rates that could hinder fluid motion and responsiveness. Consequently, users focused on office work or engineering software might find these models adequate, whereas gaming and 3D graphics professionals should consider alternatives with better screen capabilities tailored to their needs.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 14" Laptop has very good portability, while the Dell Latitude 5530 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
6.0
The Dell Latitude 5530 has good build quality, while the HP 14" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$919
$414
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Latitude 5530 has a price of $919 and the HP 14" Laptop costs $414.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.2
5.8
3.6/10
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
8.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 5530 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 14" Laptop is poor.
The Dell Latitude 5530's fair performance in gaming and 3D is because of its integrated Intel Iris Xe GPU and the 60Hz screen refresh rate, which is standard but not ideal for fast-paced gaming. The HP 14" Laptop also delivers fair gaming and 3D performance with an integrated AMD Vega 7 GPU and a similar 60Hz refresh rate, but it is less suitable for intensive tasks due to a less powerful CPU compared to the Latitude 5530.
Content Creation
7.4
7.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 5530 and HP 14" Laptop 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
6.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 5530 to be good for software development, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
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 5530 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP 14" Laptop 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.
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How the Dell Latitude 5530 and the HP 14" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5530 | HP 14" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$919 | $414 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.2'' x 0.87'' | 12.8'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.5 lbs | 3.22 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.09" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.19" | 8.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1245U | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 286 nits | 265 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
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 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Nicholas De Leon | October 2022
"This feels like an ideal laptop for someone who doesn’t want to spend a lot of money on a laptop and isn’t too bothered by things like build quality or construction. It’s a laptop that will be used to pay bills, keep track of expenses, do some online shopping, and will be tucked away in a spare bedroom/home office. It’s an appliance designed to do a job without fuss. It’s not a premium experience—the materials do feel a little cheap, the display won’t exactly wow you, and the battery life is nothing to write home about, especially if you’ve used more expensive devices. But overall it’s not too shabby, especially for the price."
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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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