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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize better screen resolution and a lighter, more compact laptop with a touchscreen, you'll appreciate the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, which also has higher storage capacity out of the box. It's generally less expensive than the Dell Latitude 5530, but the tradeoff is slightly shorter battery life. If a larger screen, longer battery life, and a premium business look matter more, and you don't mind a slightly heavier and larger device, the Dell Latitude 5530 could meet your needs. Both have similar performance capabilities for general use, engineering applications, and light gaming, as neither is designed for intensive gaming experiences. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5530
- The Dell Latitude 5530 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.9
7.5
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5530 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5530 offers a larger screen with lower resolution, making it suitable for design tasks that benefit from more screen real estate, but the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s features a higher-resolution, smaller screen that is better for sharpness and detail which is helpful in engineering applications. Both have similar CPUs and RAM which make them capable for engineering work, but the ThinkBook's higher-end CPU can provide an extra performance edge; however, this might come at the cost of reduced portability due to slightly less battery capacity and a denser screen that may consume more power.
Screen Quality
6.3
7.2
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
286.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5530 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s provides a better visual experience as it likely offers a higher resolution and brightness, with a panel type that renders sharp and vivid images. In engineering and design tasks, its superior screen quality could stem from covering a wider range of color gamuts, ensuring more accurate color representation which is crucial for detailed work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to lower refresh rates, which are critical for smooth motion rendering; despite this, their resolution and panel types may still deliver decent image quality for less demanding visual tasks.
Portability
Good
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has excellent portability, while the Dell Latitude 5530 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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 Lenovo ThinkBook 13s costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
286.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and Dell Latitude 5530 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 5530 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s are both appreciated for general use due to their robust CPUs and ample RAM ensuring smooth multitasking, alongside quality IPS displays that offer clarity and accurate colors. While the Latitude offers a larger screen and longer battery life for extended work sessions, the ThinkBook, on the other hand, prioritizes portability with a lighter build and a higher-resolution touchscreen, coupled with better speaker quality for multimedia experiences.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.4
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
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
8.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and Dell Latitude 5530 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5530 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s are fair for gaming and 3D because they both have integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, which offer decent performance but not on par with dedicated gaming GPUs, and standard 60Hz refresh rate screens which are adequate for casual gaming but not ideal for fast-paced competitive games. The ThinkBook has a higher resolution display, which might make for sharper images, but it's also smaller than the Latitude, indicating a possible tradeoff between display size and quality.
Content Creation
7.4
7.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
7.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
8.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5530 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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 13s 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 Lenovo ThinkBook 13s compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5530 | Lenovo ThinkBook 13s |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$919 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.2'' x 0.87'' | 11.7'' x 8.3'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.5 lbs | 2.9 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.09" | 11.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.19" | 8.3" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1245U | Intel i7-1260P | |
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 | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 56 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 13.3" | |
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 | 336 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 9.1/10 | |
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 | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | 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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The Verge
Monica Chin | July 2021
"The best thing about the ThinkBook 13S is that it’s a good deal. Business buyers looking for ThinkPad-level performance and software without ThinkPad pricing will probably find the ThinkBook a solid option. While nothing about it is really spectacular, it’s certainly unusual to see the ThinkBook’s screen resolution at a sub-$1,000 price, and its performance will be more than adequate for most office tasks. The generous port selection, 16:10 aspect ratio, physical webcam shutter, and clear audio are certainly icing on the cake."
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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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