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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Latitude 5530 has a more powerful CPU and is more suitable for intensive engineering tasks, while the LG Ultra 16 offers better value as it is less expensive, has double the storage capacity, a bigger and taller screen for more vertical space, and significantly longer battery life. The Dell, being a premium business laptop, may have better build quality and a more professional appearance. Both have the same amount of RAM, but the LG is slightly lighter and has a better portability score, which makes it more convenient to carry around. Neither laptop is suited for intensive gaming. If you prioritize performance and build for work over price and portability, consider the Dell. However, if longer battery life, more storage, and a larger display at a lower cost are more important, the LG could be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5530
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the LG Ultra 16
- Good for engineering and design
- Excellent battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3
6.2
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
270.0 nits
The LG Ultra 16 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5530 for content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Dell Latitude 5530 and the LG Ultra 16 may have adequate resolution and brightness, making them suitable for daily tasks and video streaming, but their panel types may not provide the most vibrant colors or viewing angles. In engineering and design work, both models lack extensive color gamut coverage, which can result in less accurate color representation, a limitation for professionals needing precise color detail. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, both laptops may fall short due to lower refresh rates, affecting the smoothness of motion and providing a less optimal visual experience.
Battery
9.0 Hours
17.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5530 has 9 hours of battery life. The LG Ultra 16 has 17 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
6.5
The Dell Latitude 5530 has good build quality, while the LG Ultra 16 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$919
$1,000
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Dell Latitude 5530 has a price of $919 and the LG Ultra 16 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
286.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
270.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
17.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The LG Ultra 16 and Dell Latitude 5530 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5530 with its capable Intel processor, ample RAM, and high-quality IPS screen is great for general use, and its solid build and efficient heat management make it reliable for everyday tasks. The LG Ultra 16, on the other hand, offers a larger screen with a slightly higher resolution for more workspace, coupled with a powerful AMD processor and considerable battery life, making it an equally compelling choice for users who require long-lasting performance and a bit more screen real estate. Both laptops are portable and come with high-quality keyboards and enough storage for typical use, balancing the essentials for general computing needs.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The LG Ultra 16 and Dell Latitude 5530 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5530 and the LG Ultra 16 are both fair choices for gaming and 3D tasks as they feature integrated graphics - Intel i5-1245U Iris Xe and AMD Ryzen 7 7730U Vega 8 respectively - which generally offer modest gaming performance compared to dedicated gaming GPUs. Despite this limitation, both laptops have a common screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is suitable for casual gaming, but may not satisfy those seeking the smoother visuals provided by higher refresh rates found in specialized gaming laptops.
Engineering and Design
6.9
7.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG Ultra 16 to be good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5530 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5530, with a higher-resolution IPS screen and a powerful Intel i5 processor with integrated Iris Xe graphics, is suitable for engineering and design tasks that require both screen clarity and processing power. Meanwhile, the LG Ultra 16 features an AMD Ryzen 7 processor with Vega 8 graphics and more RAM, offering great performance for compute-intensive tasks on an IPS display with a higher aspect ratio, which might be preferable for design work, alongside its advantage of longer battery life and silent operation.
Content Creation
7.4
7.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Ultra 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
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The LG Ultra 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
3.6 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Ultra 16 and Dell Latitude 5530 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Dell Latitude 5530 and the LG Ultra 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5530 | LG Ultra 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$919 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.2'' x 0.87'' | 14'' x 9.8'' x 0.64'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.5 lbs | 3.63 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.09" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.19" | 9.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1245U | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 17 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 286 nits | 270 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
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 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Sebastian Jentsch | October 2022
"Unlike the gram, the Ultra PC isn't designed to be as lightweight as possible. The 16-inch laptop is a whole 400 g (0.88 lb) heavier than its 16-inch gram counterpart partly because its chassis is not made of magnesium. Other than that, the Ultra PC seems like a copy of the gram – but with longer battery life, lower noise levels, and a clean, delicate look."
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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 LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, and are often on sale.
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