If you prioritize a touchscreen and higher storage capacity, the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is the better option. It also boasts a higher battery life and a more portable design. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 5530, while slightly heavier and without a touchscreen, is solid overall and has a slight edge in general use performance. For tasks that require a vibrant color display, like photo editing, the Samsung's OLED screen with higher color space coverage is superior. Additionally, if you're looking for features like a fingerprint reader and white backlit keyboard, both laptops offer these options. Ultimately, for heavier workloads and engineering tasks, neither laptop stands out significantly over the other, but the Samsung's OLED display could make for a more enjoyable visual experience during use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5530
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360
Good for engineering and design
Good overall display quality
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.9/10
7.6/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5530 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Screen Quality
6.3/10
7.7/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5530 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Dell Latitude 5530's screen may suffice for routine tasks and basic engineering due to acceptable resolution and brightness, but its limited color gamut hinders vibrant image reproduction critical for design work, and its standard refresh rate dampens the experience for fast-paced gaming and 3D applications. Samsung's Galaxy Book3 360, with its high resolution and brightness, shines for everyday and professional design tasks, providing wide color coverage that helps in accurately displaying complex visuals. However, like the Dell, its refresh rate isn't tailored for the demands of gaming or 3D rendering, which prefer higher refresh rates for smoother motion.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has very good portability, while the Dell Latitude 5530 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$919
$1,050
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Dell Latitude 5530 has a price of $919 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 costs $1,050.
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and Dell Latitude 5530 are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
6.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
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
9.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and Dell Latitude 5530 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5530 and Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 offer fair gameplay and 3D experiences due to their integrated GPUs, which are sufficient for basic gaming but not ideal for high-end gaming or complex 3D tasks. Both have screens with refresh rates typical for standard tasks, but gamers and 3D designers often prefer higher rates for smoother visuals; the Samsung's OLED screen offers better color and contrast compared to the Dell's IPS display, enhancing overall visual quality.
Content Creation
7.4/10
7.8/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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
7.3/10
7.7/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5530 has 9 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has 10 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
7.4/10
7.8/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and Dell Latitude 5530 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 5530 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 compare to other laptops
"The Samsung Galaxy Book 3 360 isn’t a laptop that the Korean manufacturer has shouted from the rooftops about, and it seems to have gotten little attention from anywhere. But, it is absolutely a laptop worth paying attention to. Compared to higher-priced devices, like the Dell XPS 13 (2022) and Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023), it manages to offer a similar day-to-day experience despite the price difference. It’s really hard to justify the extra cash unless a boosted display is a requirement of yours."
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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 Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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