Dell Latitude 5420 vs. Dell Vostro 5490

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Dell Latitude 5420
Dell Latitude 5420

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Dell Latitude 5420 and Dell Vostro 5490. 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 5420 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Latitude 5420 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

advanced security features

good processor performance

average display brightness

limited graphics capability

noisy under load

higher price point

Dell Vostro 5490 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Vostro 5490 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

fast SSD storage

robust build quality

decent battery life

affordable price

average display quality

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

fewer USB ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Latitude 5420 and Dell Vostro 5490
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Latitude 5420 vs. Dell Vostro 5490 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Latitude 5420 Dell Vostro 5490
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.135 cm x 21.2 cm x 2.09 cm 32.177 cm x 22.765 cm x 1.83 cm
Weight 1.37 kg 1.49 kg
Colour - Grey
DISPLAY Dell Latitude 5420 Dell Vostro 5490
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 158
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen - Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, Narrow Border Display, 35 ms response rate, 0.161 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR Dell Latitude 5420 Dell Vostro 5490
CPU No CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache - 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Dell Latitude 5420 Dell Vostro 5490
RAM 0 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 24 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 2 1
STORAGE Dell Latitude 5420 Dell Vostro 5490
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Latitude 5420 Dell Vostro 5490
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera - Yes - 1280 x 720
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Camera Features - 720p HD movie recording, 74.9 degrees, RGB camera
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions - 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound - Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3204
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features - MaxxAudio Pro
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Latitude 5420 Dell Vostro 5490
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9462
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Dell Latitude 5420 Dell Vostro 5490
Technology - 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell Latitude 5420 Dell Vostro 5490
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19.5 V, 2.31 A
INPUT Dell Latitude 5420 Dell Vostro 5490
Type - Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Latitude 5420 Dell Vostro 5490
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (PowerShare)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Dell Latitude 5420 Dell Vostro 5490
Operating System (OS) - Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included - McAfee (12 months subscription)
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Latitude 5420 Dell Vostro 5490
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Integrated Options - Lid-open sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - ExpressCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - FIPS 140-2
Max Operating Temperature 40 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 10 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
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