Dell Latitude 5420 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)

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

Our Rating: 78 %

Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)
Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)

In depth comparison and review of Dell Latitude 5420 and Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM). 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 X240 (20AM)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Latitude 5420 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.135 cm x 21.2 cm x 2.09 cm 30.55 cm x 20.85 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.37 kg 1.47 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic
DISPLAY Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 12.5"
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen - Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i3 (4th Gen) 4010U / 1.7 GHz
Number of Cores - Dual-Core
Cache - 3 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)
RAM 0 GB 2 GB (1 x 2 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed - 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800
Rated Speed - 1600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 2 0
STORAGE Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 7200 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel HD Graphics 4400
Camera - Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Face tracking
Sound - Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec - Realtek ALC3232
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio v2
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)
Wireless - 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I218-V
WWAN
Generation - WWAN
BATTERY Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)
Technology - 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 47 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)
Type - Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)
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 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
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 X240 (20AM)
Operating System (OS) - Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Edition - French
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Latitude 5420 Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) 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, ThinkVantage Active Protection System, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS, GREENGUARD
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Max Operating Temperature 40 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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