Eluktronics MECH 15 G3 vs Dell Latitude 7330 Comparison

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Eluktronics MECH 15 G3 vs Dell Latitude 7330 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing MECH 15 G3 and Latitude 7330, two laptops from Eluktronics and Dell. Eluktronics MECH 15 G3 was introduced to market in November 2021 and Dell Latitude 7330 was launched in March 2022. There is only 4 months difference between MECH 15 G3 and Latitude 7330 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Eluktronics MECH 15 G3 and Dell Latitude 7330 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Eluktronics MECH 15 G3 Key Specs

Launched in November 2021
15.6" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800H
GPU: GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile 8GB
8GB Ram
359.6 x 254.7 x 23.8 mm (14.16 x 10.03 x 0.94 inches)
Weight: 2.1 kg (4.63 lbs)

Dell Latitude 7330 Key Specs

Launched in March 2022
13.3" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 1235U
GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
8GB Ram
306.5 x 199.95 x 16.96 mm (12.07 x 7.87 x 0.67 inches)
Weight: 0.96 kg (2.12 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how MECH 15 G3 and Latitude 7330 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Eluktronics MECH 15 G3 over Dell Latitude 7330

Display Size	15.6 inches vs 13.3 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	165 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen PPI	188 ppi vs 166 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	2560 x 1440 pixels vs 1920 x 1080 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
sRGB Color Space	100% vs 93.5%	Wider sRGB Color Space Coverage
Adobe RGB Profile	77% vs 68.2%	Wider Adobe RGB Coverage
Response Time	7 ms vs 39 ms	Faster Response screen
CPU Fabrication Process	7 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	8 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	17.5 TFLOPS vs 1.41 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	More RAM Options
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	3x USB 3.1 vs 1x USB 3.2	Better HDMI connectivity
HDMI Version	2.1 vs 2.0	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Lower Price (*may change depending on config, seller, location, and time)
Avg. MSRP Price	$800-1200 vs $1600-2000

Reasons to choose Dell Latitude 7330 over Eluktronics MECH 15 G3

Weight	0.96 kg vs 2.10 kg	1.14 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~79.6% vs ~73.3%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	6.1 mm vs 7.1 mm	1 mm thinner bezels
Noise Level	43 dB vs 52.7 dB	Less fan noise
Max Brightness	445 nits vs 350 nits	Brighter Screen
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Bottom	Flexible cable positions
RAM BUS	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	Faster RAM
Bluetooth	v5.2 vs v5.1	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Higher Resolution Camera
USB-A Port Type	3.2 vs 3.1	Faster USB-A
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.1	Connect more device at the same time
USB-C Port Type	v3.2 vs v3.1	Faster USB-C connection
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port

Common Strengths of Dell Latitude 7330 and Eluktronics MECH 15 G3

Launch Dates	November 2021 vs March 2022	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6 vs v6E	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
Bluetooth Standard	v5.1 vs v5.2	Fast and Reliable Bluetooth Connections
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Dell Latitude 7330 and Eluktronics MECH 15 G3

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability

Eluktronics MECH 15 G3 vs Dell Latitude 7330: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Eluktronics MECH 15 G3 and the Dell Latitude 7330.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.1 kg (4.63 lbs)	0.96 kg (2.12 lbs)
Surface Area	916 cm2 (142 inches2)	613 cm2 (95 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~73.3%	~79.6%
Side Bezel Thickness	~7.1 mm	~6.1 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.13 kg/inch	0.07 kg/inch
	0.286 lbs/inch	0.154 lbs/inch
Colors	Black	Gray

Comparison of the Eluktronics MECH 15 G3 and the Dell Latitude 7330 External Dimensions

Weight

MECH 15 G3 weighs 2.1 kg (4.63 lbs), whereas the Latitude 7330 weighs 0.96 kg (2.12 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Eluktronics MECH 15 G3

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Dell Latitude 7330

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Thickness Comparison

Eluktronics MECH 15 G3

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Dell Latitude 7330

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Eluktronics MECH 15 G3 is 0.13 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Dell Latitude 7330 is 0.07 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2-in-1 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Eluktronics MECH 15 G3 vs Dell Latitude 7330: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	AMD Ryzen 7 5800H AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX Intel Core i7 11800H	Intel Core i5 1235U Intel Core i5 1245U Intel Core i7 1255U Intel Core i7 1265U
Base Frequency	3.2 GHz	1.3 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.4 GHz	4.4 GHz
Number of Cores	8	10
Number of Threads	16	12
L3 Cache	16 MB	12 MB
Integrated GPU	Radeon RX Vega 8	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	7 nm	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1461	1580
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	7439	6333
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1426	1654
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	12233	6618

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Eluktronics MECH 15 G3 and Dell Latitude 7330.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: AMD Ryzen 7 5800H

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 1235U

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile 16GB	Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
Base Clock Frequency	1110 MHz	300 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1560 MHz	1100 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	115 W	15 W
Nvidia Optimus	MUX
Type	Dedicated	Integrated
FLOPS	15.97 TFLOPS	1,408 GFLOPS
Memory Size	8 GB	System Shared
Memory Type	GDDR6	System Shared
Memory Bus	256 bit	System Shared
Memory Speed	1750 MHz 14 Gbps effective	System Shared
Shading Units Cores	5120	640
TMUs	160	40
ROPs	80	20

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Eluktronics MECH 15 G3 has a FLOPS value of 17.5 TFLOPS whereas the Dell Latitude 7330 ' has a FLOPS value of 1.41 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Eluktronics MECH 15 G3 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB	8GB 16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	1x8 GB	2x4 GB
RAM Clock	3200 MHz	3200 MHz
RAM Type	DDR4	DDR4
Upgradable	Yes	No
Max RAM Size	64 GB
Total Slots	2
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

Both laptops, the MECH 15 G3 and the Latitude 7330, come with similar RAM capacities of 8 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Eluktronics MECH 15 G3	Dell Latitude 7330
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✔ Good performance.	✖ Not supported.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	✖ Not supported.	✖ Not supported.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	94 Wh	41 Wh 58 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	No
Charging Port Position	Bottom	Left, Right
Charge Power	230 W	65 / 90 W

Moreover, the MECH 15 G3 boasts a larger battery capacity of 94 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Latitude 7330's41 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Eluktronics MECH 15 G3

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Dell Latitude 7330

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 4 TB, the MECH 15 G3 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Latitude 7330's max. storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Eluktronics MECH 15 G3 vs Dell Latitude 7330: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Eluktronics MECH 15 G3 and Dell Latitude 7330 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. MECH 15 G3 has a display size of 15.6".On the other hand, Latitude 7330 has a smaller 13.3" display.The total usable screen area of the MECH 15 G3 is 670cm² / 104inch² whereas the Latitude 7330's total usable screen area is 487cm² / 76inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the MECH 15 G3 features a higher pixel density with 188 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Eluktronics MECH 15 G3

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Dell Latitude 7330

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Refresh Rate
The MECH 15 G3 offers a higher refresh rate of 165 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Furthermore, the MECH 15 G3 boasts a faster response time of 7.0 ms, reducing motion blur for fast-paced content.

Brightness
The Latitude 7330 offers a higher maximum brightness of 445 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Eluktronics MECH 15 G3

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Dell Latitude 7330

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Eluktronics MECH 15 G3 vs Dell Latitude 7330 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Latitude 7330 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to MECH 15 G3 (v6).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both MECH 15 G3 and Latitude 7330 have USB-A ports. MECH 15 G3 has 3x USB 3.1 USB-A ports, while Latitude 7330 has 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both MECH 15 G3 and Latitude 7330 have USB Type-C ports. MECH 15 G3 has 1x USB 3.1 USB Type-C ports, while Latitude 7330 has 2x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Latitude 7330 is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. MECH 15 G3 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both MECH 15 G3 and Latitude 7330 feature an HDMI port. MECH 15 G3 offers 1x HDMI 2.1, while Latitude 7330 offers 1x HDMI 2.0.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
MECH 15 G3 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. Latitude 7330 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both MECH 15 G3 and Latitude 7330 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.1	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	3x USB 3.1	1x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	1x USB 3.1	2x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	No	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.0
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	Optional
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	Yes	No
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	No