Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 vs Dell Latitude 7330 Comparison

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Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 vs Dell Latitude 7330 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing XPS 13 9350 2024 and Latitude 7330, two laptops by Dell. Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 was introduced to market in September 2024 and Dell Latitude 7330 was launched in March 2022. As you can see, Latitude 7330 is 2 years older than XPS 13 9350 2024. Let's see if this age difference between two laptops makes a big difference.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 and Dell Latitude 7330 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 Key Specs

Launched in September 2024
13.4" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 5 226V
GPU: Intel Arc 130V
16GB Ram
295.3 x 199.1 x 14.8-15.3 mm (11.63 x 7.84 x 0.58-0.6 inches)
Weight: 1.18 kg (2.6 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 XPS 13 9350 2024 and Latitude 7330 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 over Dell Latitude 7330

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~88.6% vs ~79.6%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	3.3 mm vs 6.1 mm	2.8 mm thinner bezels
Display Size	13.4 inches vs 13.3 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	120 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Contrast Rate	2000:1 vs 1484:1	more pleasing colors
Screen PPI	169 ppi vs 166 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	1920 x 1200 pixels vs 1920 x 1080 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
sRGB Color Space	100% vs 93.5%	Wider sRGB Color Space Coverage
DCI-P3 Color Gamut	67.3% vs 66.1%	Wider DCI-P3 Color Gamut
Adobe RGB Profile	68.6% vs 68.2%	Wider Adobe RGB Coverage
Max Brightness	500 nits vs 445 nits	Brighter Screen
Response Time	35 ms vs 39 ms	Faster Response screen
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	3.3 TFLOPS vs 1.41 TFLOPS	Faster RAM Type
RAM Type	LPDDR5X vs DDR4	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6E	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.4 vs v5.2	Faster USB-C connection
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Larger Touchpad Area
Touchpad Size	11.2 x 6.4 cm vs 10.0 x 6.1 cm

Reasons to choose Dell Latitude 7330 over Dell XPS 13 9350 2024

Weight	0.96 kg vs 1.18 kg	0.22 kg lighter
Noise Level	43 dB vs 45.2 dB	Less fan noise
HDMI Port	1x HDMI 2.0 vs No	Connect to external monitors directly via HDMI cable

Common Strengths of Dell Latitude 7330 and Dell XPS 13 9350 2024

Launch Dates	September 2024 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
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Left, Right	Flexible charging positions
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (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
Thunderbolt Port	v4 vs v4	Fast data and power transfer via Thunderbolt Port
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 Dell XPS 13 9350 2024

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
Upgradable RAM	No vs No	No Option to increase the RAM size

Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 vs Dell Latitude 7330: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 and the Dell Latitude 7330.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.18 kg (2.6 lbs)	0.96 kg (2.12 lbs)
Surface Area	588 cm2 (91.2 inches2)	613 cm2 (95 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~88.6%	~79.6%
Side Bezel Thickness	~3.3 mm	~6.1 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.09 kg/inch	0.07 kg/inch
	0.198 lbs/inch	0.154 lbs/inch
Colors	Silver, Gray	Gray

Comparison of the Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 and the Dell Latitude 7330 External Dimensions

Weight

XPS 13 9350 2024 weighs 1.18 kg (2.6 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

Displays size 13.0-13.9 inches

Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 1.18 kg

Dell Latitude 7330 0.96 kg

Min 0.85 kg

Average 1.22 kg

Max 1.64 kg

Thickness Comparison

Displays size 13.0-13.9 inches

Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 15.30 mm

Dell Latitude 7330 17.00 mm

Min 7.90 mm

Average 15.38 mm

Max 19.30 mm

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 Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 is 0.09 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
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
LG Gram 15 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 vs Dell Latitude 7330: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 5 226V Intel Core Ultra 7 256V Intel Core Ultra 7 258V Intel Core Ultra 7 268V Intel Core Ultra 9 288V	Intel Core i5 1235U Intel Core i5 1245U Intel Core i7 1255U Intel Core i7 1265U
Base Frequency	2.1 GHz	1.3 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.5 GHz	4.4 GHz
Number of Cores	8 (4P + 4E)	10
Number of Threads	8	12
L3 Cache	8 MB	12 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Arc Graphics 130V	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm	10 nm

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 Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 and Dell Latitude 7330.

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

Laptops with: Intel Core Ultra 5 226V

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 1235U

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Intel Arc 130V	Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
Base Clock Frequency	600 MHz	300 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1850 MHz	1100 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	15 W	15 W
Type	Integrated	Integrated
FLOPS	3.3 TFLOPS	1,408 GFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	System Shared
Memory Type	LPDDR5X	System Shared
Memory Speed	8.53 Gbps	System Shared
Shading Units Cores	896	640

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. Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 has a FLOPS value of 3.3 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 Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB	8GB 16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	2x4 GB
RAM Clock	8533 MHz	3200 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	DDR4
Upgradable	No	No
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

With a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, the XPS 13 9350 2024 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	Dell XPS 13 9350 (2024)	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	55 Wh	41 Wh 58 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	No
Charging Port Position	Left, Right	Left, Right
Charge Power	60 W	65 / 90 W
Voltage	11.55 V
Full Charging Time	1:50 hr	2:25 hr
Cable Length	1 meters

Moreover, the XPS 13 9350 2024 boasts a larger battery capacity of 55 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Latitude 7330's41 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Displays size 13.0-13.9 inches

Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 55 Wh

Dell Latitude 7330 41 Wh

Min 38.00 Wh

Average 53.1 Wh

Max 80.00 Wh

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 4 TB, the XPS 13 9350 2024 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
Total Slots	1	1
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.

Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 vs Dell Latitude 7330: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 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. XPS 13 9350 2024 has a display size of 13.4".On the other hand, Latitude 7330 has a smaller 13.3" display.The total usable screen area of the XPS 13 9350 2024 is 521cm² / 81inch² whereas the Latitude 7330's total usable screen area is 487cm² / 76inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the XPS 13 9350 2024 features a higher pixel density with 169 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Displays size 13.0-13.9 inches

Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 169 ppi

Dell Latitude 7330 166 ppi

Min 118 PPI

Average 186 PPI

Max 338.00 PPI

Refresh Rate
The XPS 13 9350 2024 offers a higher refresh rate of 120 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Furthermore, the XPS 13 9350 2024 boasts a faster response time of 35.0 ms, reducing motion blur for fast-paced content.

Brightness
The XPS 13 9350 2024 offers a higher maximum brightness of 500 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Displays size 13.0-13.9 inches

Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 500 nits

Dell Latitude 7330 445 nits

Min

30 nits

Average 438 nits

Max 1000.00 nits

Dell XPS 13 9350 2024 vs Dell Latitude 7330 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
XPS 13 9350 2024 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Latitude 7330 (v6E).

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
Latitude 7330 is equipped with 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports. XPS 13 9350 2024 does not have USB-A ports.
Both XPS 13 9350 2024 and Latitude 7330 have USB Type-C ports. XPS 13 9350 2024 has 2x USB 4.0 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
Both XPS 13 9350 2024 and Latitude 7330 are equipped with Thunderbolt 4 ports.

HDMI
Latitude 7330 features an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.0) for connecting to external monitors. XPS 13 9350 2024 does not have an HDMI port.

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
Neither XPS 13 9350 2024 nor Latitude 7330 has an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Latitude 7330 is equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, allowing seamless connection to headphones and speakers. XPS 13 9350 2024 does not have a 3.5mm Audio Jack.

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

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v7	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.4	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	No	1x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	2x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 4)	Thunderbolt 4	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	No	1x HDMI 2.0
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes	Optional
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	No	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	No	No
Proprietary Charging Port	No	No