Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9). 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 X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

reliable performance

high price point

average display brightness

limited graphics power

no HDMI port

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 32.3 cm x 21.7 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
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Weight 857 g 1.09 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1280 (WUXGA) -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness 340 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 -
PROCESSOR Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core -
Cache 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 -
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes -
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features Autofocus, fixed focus -
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 3264 x 2448, 2592 x 1944 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Four speakers, quad array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3253 USI 4551-513711-00
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 51 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 19.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V -
INPUT Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Type Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
2 x USB-C (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI) No operating system
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial), Windows Defender, Windows 10 64-bit USB Key -
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Keyboard, USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot Kensington mini 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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value - 1.49 W/kg (body), 1.49 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
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 -
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