Dell Inspiron 7590 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Dell Inspiron 7590 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Dell Inspiron 7590 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Inspiron 7590 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

powerful processor

high-resolution display

solid build quality

fast SSD storage

average battery life

no optical drive

limited port selection

higher price range

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

high-resolution display

higher price point

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

fewer color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Inspiron 7590 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Inspiron 7590 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Inspiron 7590 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.76 cm x 23.88 cm x 1.99 cm 31.56 cm x 22.25 cm x 1.536 cm
Weight 1.81 kg 1.12 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre (top)
Colour Abyss black Deep black paint
DISPLAY Dell Inspiron 7590 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle Anti-glare, Low Power, Eyesafe technology
PROCESSOR Dell Inspiron 7590 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Dell Inspiron 7590 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Dell Inspiron 7590 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Inspiron 7590 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 3 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel -
Camera Features 74.9 degrees, RGB camera Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3254 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features MaxxAudio Pro Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Inspiron 7590 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 NFC, Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G/5G upgradable
BATTERY Dell Inspiron 7590 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 57 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell Inspiron 7590 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Dell Inspiron 7590 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Inspiron 7590 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Dell Inspiron 7590 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Advanced 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Inspiron 7590 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MU-MIMO technology Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature 40 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day
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