Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 and Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen). 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.

Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen

robust build quality

decent battery life

good security features

average display brightness

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

responsive touchscreen display

solid build quality

decent battery life

improved keyboard layout

heavier than competitors

limited storage options

mediocre performance

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 and Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Ultrabook - with keyboard dock
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 30.11 cm x 19.25 cm x 0.96 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 29.2 cm x 20.88 cm x 1.065 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 29.2 cm x 20.88 cm x 1.065 cm / 857 g - tablet
29.2 cm x 21.64 cm x 1.59 cm / 1.2018 kg - tablet with keyboard
900 g - keyboard dock
Weight 857 g 822 g
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Graphite black
DISPLAY Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" 11.6" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1280 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness 340 cd/m² 370 cd/m²
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, Corning Gorilla glass 4, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 0.135 mm pixel pitch VibrantView, glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, One Glass Solution
PROCESSOR Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core M 5Y71 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 2.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
STORAGE Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 128 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 5300
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Autofocus, fixed focus -
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 3264 x 2448, 2592 x 1944 1080p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, three microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3253 ALC286-VC
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 M.2 Card
Network Interface - Ethernet
BATTERY Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Installed Qty - 2
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh -
AC ADAPTER Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 36 Watt
INPUT Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Type Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, TrackPoint, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
2 x USB-C (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0 (Always On)
Micro-HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.0 (on keyboard dock)
Mini DisplayPort (on keyboard dock)
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI) Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial), Windows Defender, Windows 10 64-bit USB Key -
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Keyboard, USB-C power adapter Power adapter, USB to Ethernet adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis magnetometer, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass, 3-axis inclinometer
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Volume control, Windows button, Dell ControlVault, Miracast, ExpressCharge, built-in easel kickstand Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, volume control, lock display rotation function
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - response time: next business day Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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