EN
BGDell Latitude 3300 Compact 13.3-inch entry business laptop from the Latitude 3000 series
A rugged, affordable 13.3-inch laptop from Dell's entry Latitude line — built for education environments and everyday office work. As a refurbished business laptop from ITR Bulgaria, the Dell Latitude 3300 is a sensible way to equip a school, an administrative office or a small company with a brand-name machine at an accessible price.
Benefits
Why the Dell Latitude 3300 makes sense as a refurbished business laptop from the affordable Latitude line
Built to take a beating
A polymer composite chassis with reinforced edges and MIL-STD-810G testing. Made to survive a backpack, a desk and daily moves between rooms.
Compact 13.3-inch format
A 13.3″ screen and a starting weight of roughly 1.6 kg — small enough for a backpack and a narrow desk, large enough for documents and video lessons.
Dell ExpressCharge in the entry class
A 42 or 56 Wh battery depending on configuration, with ExpressCharge variants that return about 80% in an hour with the laptop off and the feature enabled. Fast charging rarely reaches the most affordable tier — a short break covers half a school day.
Spill-resistant keyboard
The keyboard shrugs off a spilled drink, though there's no backlight for a dim room. 1.6 mm of key travel for confident typing all day.
Camera with a physical privacy shutter
A 720p camera with a physical cover over the lens. Slide it shut with a finger when you're off a call — no tape, no guessing whether you're on camera.
Wired connectivity, no adapters
A full-size RJ45, HDMI 1.4 and 2× USB-A on the chassis itself. When the school or office network still runs on cable, you don't need a dongle.
Security in an entry machine
TPM 2.0 as standard, and on select units a fingerprint reader in the power button. The groundwork for managed IT is there.
Upgradeable M.2 NVMe SSD
Storage swaps and upgrades through the M.2 slot — handy for a shared device that passes through many hands.
Value as a refurbished laptop
Access to Dell's brand-name Latitude line at an accessible price. For a small company, that's the difference between a new budget machine and a refurbished, brand-name business laptop.
Warranty and support from ITR Bulgaria
Every unit goes through a technical audit and ships with a real warranty — you know exactly what you're getting, with no surprises after purchase.
Dell Latitude 3300: the compact 13.3-inch entry Latitude for basic work
There's a whole class of laptops built not for the boardroom but for the classroom — machines that have to survive a backpack, a desk and a crowded hallway between two lessons. The Dell Latitude 3300 comes from exactly that world. Dell sold it as the "Latitude 3300 for Education" — a compact 13.3-inch laptop for school programs and basic office work. The priority here isn't a premium feel; it's a machine that lasts a full school year in other people's hands.
There's a long track record behind it. Dell has built Latitude laptops for schools for years and learned what actually kills them — not the processor, but the drop off a desk, the spilled drink and the thousands of lid openings. So the Dell Latitude 3300's chassis isn't aluminium or carbon fibre; it's a polymer composite with reinforced edges. The choice is deliberate: plastic absorbs an impact that would dent metal, and the matte grey finish hides the scratches a backpack collects over months. The build passes MIL-STD-810G durability testing — the same standard Dell applies to its higher Latitude lines. The result is a laptop that feels solid in the hand and doesn't creak when you pick it up by one corner, which matters when the same machine cycles through dozens of users.
Reviewers found the model a nickname that says more than the tables: “a 13-inch tank.” The rubber trim along the edges, hinges tested through tens of thousands of cycles, and a claimed battery on the order of a full school day — everything in the machine is sized for an environment where hardware falls, drags and passes from hand to hand. One British test summed it up with respect: “an education machine that punches above its price.” It is from this breed that the best second-hand machines come — the ones built for the worst-case scenario.
In Dell's lineup the Dell Latitude 3300 sits on the most affordable rung — 3000 is the entry line, below the mainstream 5000 and the premium 7000. That shapes the hardware: an 8th-generation Core i5-8250U (Kaby Lake-R) with integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620, and in the more affordable configurations a 7th-generation Core i3-7020U, a Celeron or a Pentium. For the everyday office load — documents, email, a browser with a dozen tabs, a company ERP system — that's enough. The battery with Dell ExpressCharge (42 or 56 Wh, depending on configuration) returns about 80% in an hour; a short break between two lessons or two meetings is enough to carry the rest of the day. The camera is 720p with a physical privacy shutter, and the chassis carries a full-size RJ45, HDMI 1.4 and two USB-A ports — wired connectivity without adapters when the room's network still runs on cable.
The compromises are clear and worth knowing up front. Memory sits in a single SO-DIMM slot — the ceiling is 16 GB total, lower than some rivals. The base panel is HD (1366×768), not Full HD. That's where the alternatives come in: if you want to go past 16 GB and a larger battery than the 42 Wh version in the same 13.3-inch class, the HP ProBook 430 G5 offers two SO-DIMM slots up to 32 GB. If you need a touchscreen and a tablet mode, the Dell Latitude 3390 2-in-1 is the convertible version with 360-degree hinges — a different build for a different scenario, not a direct replacement for the standard Dell Latitude 3300. And if the keyboard matters most, the Lenovo ThinkPad E480 is the 14-inch entry ThinkPad with a more serious keyboard and a TrackPoint, in a larger body.
As a refurbished business laptop from ITR Bulgaria, the Dell Latitude 3300 makes sense precisely because of where it comes from: a machine engineered to take heavy use is a good candidate for a second life. After a technical audit, cleaning and configuration, every unit ships with a real warranty and support. For a school, a small company or an administrative office looking for a brand-name used laptop at an accessible price, that's the difference between a random pre-owned laptop and a refurbished Dell Latitude prepared for real work.
Who it's for
Scenarios where the Dell Latitude 3300 makes the strongest sense
Education institutions
A school running a one-device-per-student program: the Dell Latitude 3300 was made for exactly this. It survives backpacks and desks, and the spill-resistant keyboard takes a knocked-over water bottle in a busy class.
Basic administrative work
Email, documents, a browser with a dozen tabs and access to a company ERP/CRM system. A configuration with the 8th-gen Intel Core i5 and an SSD handles the everyday office load without lag.
Small companies on a tight budget
When you need to equip a few staff without paying a premium price. As a refurbished business laptop, the Dell Latitude 3300 puts a brand-name Dell within reach.
A durable laptop for heavy use
A shared device that passes through many hands — at a reception desk, in a workshop or a warehouse. The polymer chassis and MIL-STD-810G testing were made for that kind of daily rhythm.
Model highlights
Where it sits in Dell's lineup
Latitude 3000 is Dell's entry business line, below the mainstream 5000 and premium 7000. The Dell Latitude 3300 is the compact 13.3-inch member of that affordable tier — a rival to the HP ProBook 400 and Lenovo ThinkPad E.
Polymer build, MIL-STD-810G
A polymer composite chassis with reinforced edges, 22.3 mm thick. It passes MIL-STD-810G durability testing — made for daily use in environments that don't go easy on hardware.
Intel Core 7th/8th gen, Celeron and Pentium
An 8th-gen Core i5-8250U with UHD Graphics 620, a 7th-gen Core i3-7020U with HD Graphics 620, plus a Celeron 3865U and a Pentium 4415U with HD Graphics 610. Enough for documents, the browser and a standard office suite.
42/56 Wh batteries with ExpressCharge options
A 42 or 56 Wh battery depending on configuration, with ExpressCharge variants. With the laptop off and the feature enabled, Dell quotes about 80% in an hour; the model's manual gives a full charge in about 2 hours at 16–60°C and about 4 hours at 0–15°C. Fast charging is a business feature that's rare in the most affordable class.
13.3″ 16:9 HD or FHD Touch display
The base option is a 13.3-inch anti-glare panel at HD resolution (1366×768) and around 220 nits. The matte finish cuts reflections in a bright classroom or office. An FHD (1920×1080) touch panel is also offered; check the panel on the specific unit.
Memory: one SO-DIMM, up to 16 GB
One SO-DIMM slot with 4, 8 or 16 GB configurations per Dell. Memory runs at 2133 MHz with Kaby Lake-U and 2400 MHz with Kaby Lake-R. Enough for basic work; for more you need a two-slot model.
Ports: RJ45, HDMI, 2× USB-A, microSD
A full-size RJ45 for wired networking, HDMI 1.4 for an external monitor, two USB-A ports, a microSD card reader and an audio jack — standard connectivity with no adapters.
Security and refurbished value
TPM 2.0 as standard, an optional fingerprint reader in the power button and a Kensington slot. As a used laptop refurbished by ITR Bulgaria, it ships with a real warranty.
Refurbished by ITR Bulgaria: what value do you get?
Buying a refurbished business-class laptop makes the strongest sense when the device has gone through a standardised internal refurbishment process and arrives with a real warranty. That is how used laptops become refurbished laptops — a practical, predictable and professional alternative to new entry-level machines, or a far more sensible purchase than new premium equivalents.
- ✓ Technical audit and cosmetic assessment of the device according to an internal standard
- ✓ Refurbishment, cleaning, quality improvement and configuration to standard for repeat business use
- ✓ Use of original software and a prepared configuration appropriate to the model
- ✓ Packaging, real warranty and ongoing support for the model from ITR Bulgaria
Ready to see what's in stock?
The Dell Latitude 3300 is a refurbished business laptop from the affordable Latitude 3000 series — rugged, compact and prepared for real-world use. Browse current availability or get in touch and we'll help.
Additional information
Where this model fits in the series ▼
The Dell Latitude 3300 belongs to the Latitude 3000 line — Dell's entry business range. In the Latitude portfolio the 3000 series sits below the 5000 (mainstream) and well below the premium 7000 and ultra-premium 9000. That makes it a rival to the HP ProBook 400 and the Lenovo ThinkPad E — the affordable business lines of all three brands.
The 13.3-inch format is the most compact in the entry Latitude range. The same 3000 series also includes 14-inch and 15.6-inch models (for example the Dell Latitude 3490 and Dell Latitude 3590) with more screen area and full SO-DIMM upgrades.
The Dell Latitude 3300's successor is the Dell Latitude 3310 — the next step in the same education line, carrying the same idea of a rugged, affordable laptop on a more current platform.
Not ideal if… ▼
- You want premium materials or a Full HD screen — the base panel here is HD (1366×768) and the chassis is polymer. For a premium feel and a better display, look at the Latitude 5000 or 7000.
- You need more than 16 GB of memory — the ceiling is 16 GB (one SO-DIMM slot, no soldered memory). For a bigger upgrade, the HP ProBook 430 G5 offers two slots up to 32 GB.
- You want 360-degree hinges or tablet mode — the Dell Latitude 3390 2-in-1 is the convertible build for that scenario.
- You want a larger screen for spreadsheet work — the 14-inch Dell Latitude 3490 or 15.6-inch Dell Latitude 3590 from the same 3000 series make more sense.
- You need a guaranteed specific configuration (exact CPU, RAM, SSD or fingerprint reader) — configurations vary, so it's worth checking the specific unit.
Choosing the right size / form factor ▼
13.3-inch class is the most compact standard format — light, easy in a backpack and on a narrow desk. The Dell Latitude 3300 sits right here, at roughly 1.42 kg.
14-inch class (Dell Latitude 3490): a little more screen area and full SO-DIMM upgrades up to 32 GB, in a larger, heavier body.
15.6-inch class (Dell Latitude 3590): a big screen and a numeric keypad — suited to mostly desk-based work with heavy number entry.
Form factor: the Dell Latitude 3300 is a standard clamshell, with no 360-degree hinges. If you need a touchscreen and a tablet mode, the Dell Latitude 3390 2-in-1 is a separate convertible build for that scenario.
Alternative models ▼
Within Dell:
Dell Latitude 3490 — the 14-inch entry Dell Latitude. More screen and two SO-DIMM slots up to 32 GB, but a larger, heavier body.
Dell Latitude 3590 — the 15.6-inch entry Dell Latitude with a numeric keypad. Better suited to mostly desk-based work.
Dell Latitude 3390 2-in-1 — the convertible version with a touchscreen and 360-degree hinges. A different build for someone who wants touch and a tablet mode, not a direct replacement for the standard Dell Latitude 3300.
Dell Latitude 3310 — the Dell Latitude 3300's successor. A more current platform, usually at a slightly higher price as a refurbished laptop.
Cross-brand alternatives (13.3″ / affordable entry class):
HP ProBook 430 G5 — a direct alternative in the affordable 13.3-inch class. Two SO-DIMM slots (up to 32 GB) and a 48 Wh battery — larger than the Latitude 3300’s 42 Wh version but smaller than its 56 Wh option — a logical choice if memory upgrades are a priority.
Lenovo ThinkPad E480 — the 14-inch entry Lenovo ThinkPad with a TrackPoint and a more serious keyboard. A larger body, but the familiar Lenovo ThinkPad typing feel.
Note: don't compare the Dell Latitude 3300 with the premium Dell Latitude 7000 or HP EliteBook 800 — those are a higher class with a different price and target audience.
Refurbished by ITR Bulgaria: what value do you get? ▼
The Dell Latitude 3300 is a model where refurbishment by ITR Bulgaria starts from a solid base. The machine was built for heavy use and durability — its components are made to take years of work, which makes it a good candidate for a second life.
After a technical audit and cosmetic assessment, the used laptop is cleaned, configured with original software and packaged with a real warranty and support. For a school or a small company, that's the difference between a random pre-owned laptop and a refurbished business laptop you can rely on.
Frequently asked questions ▼
Is the Dell Latitude 3300 a good choice as a used laptop?
Yes, for a specific use. The Dell Latitude 3300 is an entry business Latitude built for education environments and basic work — a rugged chassis, a spill-resistant keyboard and Dell ExpressCharge. As a refurbished laptop, it gives access to Dell's brand-name Latitude line at an accessible price. Don't expect premium materials — that's what the higher Latitude lines are for. The base screen is HD, and Full HD comes with the touchscreen version.
How much memory does the Dell Latitude 3300 support?
Up to 16 GB total in one SO-DIMM slot, with no soldered memory. That's the ceiling; if you need more, look at a model with two SO-DIMM slots, such as the HP ProBook 430 G5.
Is the Dell Latitude 3300 suitable for equipping staff?
Yes, especially for small companies and administrative offices on a tight budget. TPM 2.0 is standard, and the optional fingerprint reader in the power button adds security. As a refurbished business laptop from ITR Bulgaria, it ships with a warranty and support.
What configurations do you see on the Dell Latitude 3300?
An Intel Core i5-8250U (8th gen), Core i3-7020U (7th gen), Celeron or Pentium processor; RAM from 4 to 16 GB, and an M.2 NVMe SSD of varying capacity. Some units include a fingerprint reader. The base display is a 13.3″ HD panel. It's worth checking the specific unit.