Dell Latitude 3540 vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)

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Dell Latitude 3540
Dell Latitude 3540

In depth comparison and review of Dell Latitude 3540 and Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high-resolution display

solid build quality

good thermal management

decent battery life

heavier than competitors

limited port selection

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Latitude 3540 and Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
83 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Latitude 3540 vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Latitude 3540 Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.6 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.53 cm 35.46 cm x 25.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Black Dual tone storm grey
DISPLAY Dell Latitude 3540 Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Delta E<2 calibration, Eyesafe technology, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision, Smart sense panel, ±89° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Dell Latitude 3540 Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
CPU Intel Core i3 (4th Gen) 4010U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 14-core
Cache 3 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM87 Express -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Dell Latitude 3540 Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed - 5200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Dell Latitude 3540 Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 500 GB HDD SATA 3Gb/s / 5400 rpm 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive DVD±RW - tray -
Read Speed 8x -
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Latitude 3540 Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Dynamic Video Memory Technology -
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Advanced Optimus, Dynamic Boost 2.0, Direct X 12 Ultimate, NVIDIA DLSS 3
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3223 Realtek ALC3306-CG
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: harman/kardon stereo speakers, Smart Amplifier (AMP); Input: noise-cancellation technology
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Latitude 3540 Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Wireless 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Dell Wireless 1705 M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Dell Latitude 3540 Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 40 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 18 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 18 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell Latitude 3540 Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19.5 V, 3.34 A 230 Watt
INPUT Dell Latitude 3540 Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad, smart sense keyboard backlight, SMB Service hot key
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Latitude 3540 Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
2 x USB 2.0
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (8K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE Dell Latitude 3540 Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Operating System (OS) Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Drivers & Utilities, Microsoft Office (Trial), Dell Webcam Central Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Latitude 3540 Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
Security - Firmware 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 Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS, LA2-Q AI performance chip
Compliant Standards CEC RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution), TCO Certified 9.0, Low-VOC
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Carbon Footprint - 402 kg carbon emissions (EU)
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - response time: next business day Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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