Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 vs. Microsoft Surface Book 2

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 and Microsoft Surface Book 2. 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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 and Microsoft Surface Book 2
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 vs. Microsoft Surface Book 2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Tablet - with keyboard dock
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 31.2 cm x 23.2 cm x 2.3 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 1.534 kg
Case Material - Magnesium alloy
Colour Black Silver
DISPLAY Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" 13.5"
Touchscreen Yes Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1280 (WUXGA) 3000 x 2000
Pixel Density (ppi) - 267
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 3:2
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 PixelSense
PROCESSOR Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes 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 Microsoft Surface Book 2
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 1866 MHz
STORAGE Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 128 GB SSD PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Autofocus, fixed focus Autofocus, Windows Hello
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 3264 x 2448, 2592 x 1944 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3253 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 -
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.1
BATTERY Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh -
Battery Life - Up to 17 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 39 Watt
INPUT Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Type Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard Keyboard, trackpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-gesture trackpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
2 x USB-C (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (on keyboard dock)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (on keyboard dock)
Headphone output
SurfaceConnect
SurfaceConnect (on keyboard dock)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial), Windows Defender, Windows 10 64-bit USB Key Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Keyboard, USB-C power adapter Power adapter, keyboard
Integrated Options - Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Volume control, Windows button, Dell ControlVault, Miracast, ExpressCharge, built-in easel kickstand Studio Mode, View Mode, Tablet Mode, Laptop Mode
SAR Value - 0.78 W/kg (body)
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 - 1 year
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