MSI GP76 Leopard vs Dell Latitude 7330 Comparison

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MSI GP76 Leopard

17.3 inches | January 2021

Speed 3.5

Size 6.5

Display 5.5

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13.3 inches | March 2022

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Size 9.5

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MSI GP76 Leopard vs Dell Latitude 7330 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing GP76 Leopard and Latitude 7330, two laptops from MSI and Dell. MSI GP76 Leopard was introduced to market in January 2021 and Dell Latitude 7330 was launched in March 2022. There is 14 months difference between GP76 Leopard and Latitude 7330 so it would still give an advantage to younger Latitude 7330.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of MSI GP76 Leopard and Dell Latitude 7330 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

MSI GP76 Leopard Key Specs

Launched in January 2021
17.3" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i7 10750H
GPU: GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile 6GB
16GB Ram
397 x 284 x 25.9 mm (15.63 x 11.18 x 1.02 inches)
Weight: 2.9 kg (6.39 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 GP76 Leopard and Latitude 7330 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose MSI GP76 Leopard over Dell Latitude 7330

Display Size	17.3 inches vs 13.3 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	144 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
sRGB Color Space	100% vs 93.5%	Wider sRGB Color Space Coverage
Response Time	3 ms vs 39 ms	Faster Response screen
GPU Fabrication Process	8 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	13.8 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 3.2 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

Reasons to choose Dell Latitude 7330 over MSI GP76 Leopard

Weight	0.96 kg vs 2.90 kg	1.94 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~79.6% vs ~73.2%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	6.1 mm vs 7 mm	0.9 mm thinner bezels
Screen PPI	166 ppi vs 127 ppi	More pixels per inch
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm vs 14 nm	Newer Generation CPU
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs No	Charges via USB-C type cable
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Bottom	Flexible cable positions
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Higher Resolution Camera
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port

Common Strengths of Dell Latitude 7330 and MSI GP76 Leopard

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	DDR4 vs DDR4	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	v6E vs v6E	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
Bluetooth Standard	v5.2 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 MSI GP76 Leopard

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability

MSI GP76 Leopard vs Dell Latitude 7330: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the MSI GP76 Leopard and the Dell Latitude 7330.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.9 kg (6.39 lbs)	0.96 kg (2.12 lbs)
Surface Area	1127 cm2 (174.7 inches2)	613 cm2 (95 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~73.2%	~79.6%
Side Bezel Thickness	~7 mm	~6.1 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.17 kg/inch	0.07 kg/inch
	0.374 lbs/inch	0.154 lbs/inch
Colors	Black	Gray

Comparison of the MSI GP76 Leopard and the Dell Latitude 7330 External Dimensions

Weight

GP76 Leopard weighs 2.9 kg (6.39 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

MSI GP76 Leopard

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Dell Latitude 7330

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Thickness Comparison

MSI GP76 Leopard

Avg: larger than 17.0"

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 MSI GP76 Leopard is 0.17 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
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

MSI GP76 Leopard vs Dell Latitude 7330: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i7 10750H Intel Core i7 10870H Intel Core i7 10875H Intel Core i7 11800H	Intel Core i5 1235U Intel Core i5 1245U Intel Core i7 1255U Intel Core i7 1265U
Base Frequency	2.6 GHz	1.3 GHz
Turbo Frequency	5 GHz	4.4 GHz
Number of Cores	6	10
Number of Threads	12	12
L3 Cache	12 MB	12 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel UHD Graphics 630	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	14 nm	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1188	1580
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	5917	6333
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1183	1654
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	7338	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 MSI GP76 Leopard and Dell Latitude 7330.

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

Laptops with: Intel Core i7 10750H

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 1235U

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile 16GB	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)
Base Clock Frequency	1504 MHz	300 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1802 MHz	1100 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	130 W	15 W
Nvidia Optimus	MUX
Type	Dedicated	Integrated
FLOPS	13.8 TFLOPS	1.41 TFLOPS
Memory Size	6 GB	System Shared
Memory Type	GDDR6	DDR4
Memory Bus	192 bit	System Shared
Memory Speed	14 Gbps	3.2 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	3840	640
TMUs	120	40
ROPs	48	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. MSI GP76 Leopard has a FLOPS value of 13.8 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 MSI GP76 Leopard may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB 64GB	8GB 16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	2x4 GB
RAM Clock	3200 MHz	3200 MHz
RAM Type	DDR4	DDR4
Upgradable	Yes	No
Max RAM Size	64 GB
Total Slots	2

With a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, the GP76 Leopard offers an advantage for multitasking and resource-intensive applications compared to the Latitude 7330's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

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	MSI GP76 Leopard	Dell Latitude 7330
CPU	Intel Core i7 10750H	Intel Core i5 1235U
GPU	GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile 6GB	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)
Memory	16 GB ; 6 GB VRAM	8 GB
Available for LLM total	~17.3 GB (4.5 GB VRAM 12.8 GB RAM)	~3.5 GB (3.5 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Runs Smoothly fits in your 6 GB VRAM	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 3.5 GB RAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✔ Modest Speed doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	⚠ Borderline / Slow doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B) Requires ~24 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Extra-Large Models (65B+): Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B Requires ~42 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

MSI GP76 Leopard|Dell Latitude 7330

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

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Slow-Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	65 Wh	41 Wh 58 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	No
USB Power Delivery	No	Yes
Charging Port Position	Bottom	Left, Right
Charge Power	230 / 240 / 280 W	65 / 90 W

Moreover, the GP76 Leopard boasts a larger battery capacity of 65 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Latitude 7330's41 Wh.

Battery Comparison

MSI GP76 Leopard

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Dell Latitude 7330

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 2 TB, the GP76 Leopard provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Latitude 7330's max. storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	2	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

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.

MSI GP76 Leopard vs Dell Latitude 7330: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the MSI GP76 Leopard 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. GP76 Leopard has a display size of 17.3".On the other hand, Latitude 7330 has a smaller 13.3" display.The total usable screen area of the GP76 Leopard is 825cm² / 128inch² whereas the Latitude 7330's total usable screen area is 487cm² / 76inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Latitude 7330 features a higher pixel density with 166 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

MSI GP76 Leopard

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Dell Latitude 7330

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Refresh Rate
The GP76 Leopard offers a higher refresh rate of 144 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Furthermore, the GP76 Leopard boasts a faster response time of 3.0 ms, reducing motion blur for fast-paced content.

MSI GP76 Leopard vs Dell Latitude 7330 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Both laptops offer the same Wi-Fi standard (v6E), ensuring fast and reliable wireless connections.

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 GP76 Leopard and Latitude 7330 have USB-A ports. GP76 Leopard has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Latitude 7330 has 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both GP76 Leopard and Latitude 7330 have USB Type-C ports. GP76 Leopard has 1x USB 3.2 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. GP76 Leopard does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both GP76 Leopard and Latitude 7330 feature an HDMI port. GP76 Leopard 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
GP76 Leopard 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 GP76 Leopard 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)	v6E	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.2	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	3x USB 3.2	1x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	1x USB 3.2	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