Dell Latitude 5420 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T470s (20JT)

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

Our Rating: 78 %

Lenovo ThinkPad T470s (20JT)
Lenovo ThinkPad T470s (20JT)

In depth comparison and review of Dell Latitude 5420 and Lenovo ThinkPad T470s (20JT). 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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Latitude 5420 and Lenovo ThinkPad T470s (20JT)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Latitude 5420 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T470s (20JT) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad T470s (20JT)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.135 cm x 21.2 cm x 2.09 cm 33.1 cm x 22.68 cm x 1.88 cm
Weight 1.37 kg 1.32 kg
Case Material - Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
DISPLAY Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad T470s (20JT)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Widescreen - Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad T470s (20JT)
CPU No CPU No CPU
MEMORY Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad T470s (20JT)
RAM 0 GB -
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 2 -
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad T470s (20JT)
Sound - Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad T470s (20JT)
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad T470s (20JT)
Technology - 3-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty - 2
Battery Life - Up to 10.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad T470s (20JT)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
INPUT Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad T470s (20JT)
Type - Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad T470s (20JT)
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
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad T470s (20JT)
Operating System (OS) - No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad T470s (20JT)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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 - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Max Operating Temperature 40 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
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