A comparison of specs, key information, reviews, and best pricing from top retailers
Last updated -- hours ago | Report incorrect information
Company ProductName Specs
Company ProductName Specs
What we think
The PerfectRec laptop team Learn more
Updated January 10, 2024·
If performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or engineering is a priority, the Lenovo Flex 5 16, with a higher-resolution touchscreen display and a slightly more powerful processor, will serve you better. It also offers more storage out of the box but is comparatively less portable due to its larger screen size and heavier weight. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5530 is easier to carry around, beneficial if you travel often, and still performs well for general use. It has a lower resolution screen that isn't touch-enabled and a bit less storage, but it tends to have a lower price point and a premium business laptop appearance. Both have similar build quality, keyboard, and speakers, but the Lenovo might give you a bit more usage between charges. Give Feedback
this description is based on the product variant with some specs and product variant with some specs. At the time of writing, the variant with some specs cost some dollars and the variant with some specs cost some dollars.
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5530
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Flex 5 16
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall display quality
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3
7.3
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5530 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Lenovo Flex 5 16's superior panel type, higher resolution, and increased brightness make the screen more vivid and easier on the eyes compared to the Dell Latitude 5530. In engineering and design, the Lenovo Flex 5 16 likely displays colors more accurately with better coverage of color gamuts such as DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, which is essential for professional color work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to poor refresh rates, although the resolution and panel type may still provide a decent visual experience for less demanding scenarios.
Battery
9.0 Hours
11.5 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5530 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has 11.5 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.
Cost
$919
$779
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Latitude 5530 has a price of $919 and the Lenovo Flex 5 16 costs $779.
Let Us Help Find Your Perfect Laptop
Find your new laptop
Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
286.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.4/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and Dell Latitude 5530 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5530, with its Intel i5 processor, 256GB of storage, and 16GB of RAM, is valued for its balance in performance for day-to-day tasks, decent screen quality, good build quality and manageable weight, making it suitable for general use. In contrast, the Lenovo Flex 5 16 offers a higher resolution touchscreen, more storage with 512GB, and a more powerful Intel i7 processor, also backed by 16GB of RAM, doubling as a tablet, which adds to its versatility for general use but comes with a slightly heavier weight and lower battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and Dell Latitude 5530 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5530 and Lenovo Flex 5 16 are considered fair for gaming and 3D because both feature integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics which are capable but don't match dedicated gaming GPUs in performance. Additionally, both laptops have screens with a maximum refresh rate of 60Hz, which is acceptable for casual gaming but not ideal for high frame-rate competitive play, plus they both offer good screen quality with IPS panels, the Lenovo with a higher resolution display conducive to clearer images.
Engineering and Design
6.9
7.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo Flex 5 16 to be good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5530 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5530's Intel i5 processor and Full HD screen makes it suitable for many engineering tasks, while its lower weight enhances portability for mobile use. In contrast, the Lenovo Flex 5 16 boasts a higher resolution display and a more powerful Intel i7 processor, offering better performance and screen quality for detailed design work, although it is slightly heavier which could affect portability.
Content Creation
7.4
7.6
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and Dell Latitude 5530 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
7.5
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and Dell Latitude 5530 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5530 and Lenovo Flex 5 16 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.0
The Dell Latitude 5530 and Lenovo Flex 5 16 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Give feedback
We’re constantly working to improve.
How the Dell Latitude 5530 and the Lenovo Flex 5 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5530 | Lenovo Flex 5 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$919 | $779 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.2'' x 0.87'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.5 lbs | 4.63 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.09" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.19" | 9.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1245U | Intel i7-1255U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 11.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 52.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 286 nits | 400 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | 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 | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
Shopping
Lenovo Flex 5 16
See more
Dig into reviews and images
NotebookCheck
Andreas Osthoff | April 2023
"The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 is a solidly equipped, 2-in-1 in the lower price segment. Performance is definitely sufficient for everyday tasks and in tests the battery proved itself to be very economical. That aside, there is a lot of standard fare on show and a search for real highlights ends in vain. The low color coverage and reflective display can be avoided by going for an optional 2.5K display but this also presumably results in poorer battery life. The cooling uses only one fan and leads to a raised temperature on one side of the device under load. Additionally, there is very loud fan noise, also under load or when gaming. On top of that, we also occasionally noticed electronic noises."
Get a great deal on the Dell Latitude 5530 or the Lenovo Flex 5 16
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.
Give feedback
We're constantly perfecting our model
Laptop guides you might be interested in
More comparisons for you
FAQs
FAQs about laptops
Why trust us
This information was produced and vetted by the PerfectRec laptops team. We are a product research and recommendation organization that meticulously reviews and evaluates the latest laptop information and makes it digestible for you.
By the numbers
380
Laptops evaluated
48,640
Laptops stats compiled
13
Proprietary Laptops ratings developed
131,295
Recommendations made
28,448
Consumer hours saved
About the laptop team
Joe Golden, Ph.D
CEO and Laptops Editor
Joe is an entrepreneur and lifelong electronics enthusiast with a Ph.D in Economics from the University of Michigan.
Jason Lew
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Jason is a staff expert and software engineer that has been making laptop recommendations for 7 years and moderates one of the largest laptop subreddits.
Chandradeep Chowdhury
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Chandradeep is a staff expert and software engineer and expert in televisions and monitors. He’s been making monitor recommendations for ten years.
Craig Russell
Laptops Expert
Craig is a UK-based laptops expert. Craig works in IT, where he recommends and supports laptops and PCs for clients and has been recommending laptops on Reddit for five years.
Featured in
