Dell Latitude E7240 vs. Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)

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Dell Latitude E7240
Dell Latitude E7240

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Dell Latitude E7240 and Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P). 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 E7240 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Latitude E7240 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and portable

robust build quality

responsive touch screen

fast SSD storage

good connectivity options

average battery life

limited upgrade options

dim display brightness

noisy under load

Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

sharp ips display

solid build quality

active stylus included

adequate processor performance

moderate battery life

limited port selection

no thunderbolt support

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Latitude E7240 and Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Latitude E7240 vs. Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Latitude E7240 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.05 cm x 21.1 cm x 2 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 0.96 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 0.96 cm / 920 g - tablet
29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 1.2 cm / 1.27 kg - tablet with keyboard
Weight 1.36 kg 920 g
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour - Grey
DISPLAY Dell Latitude E7240 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 12" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 3:2
Image Brightness - 350 cd/m²
Windows Ink Capability - Yes
Features Anti-glare, BFR/PVC-free Glare, CineCrystal, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle
PROCESSOR Dell Latitude E7240 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Dell Latitude E7240 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 -
Rated Speed 1600 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Dell Latitude E7240 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 128 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Latitude E7240 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel HD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera - Yes - 2592 x 1944 (rear), 1600 x 1200 (front)
Resolution - 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features - Wide angle lens, 1080p Full HD movie recording, 720p HD movie recording, Windows Hello
Video Resolutions - 720p, 1080p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Latitude E7240 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11b/g/n Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Dell Latitude E7240 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 37 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell Latitude E7240 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19 V
INPUT Dell Latitude E7240 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Volume control, multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Latitude E7240 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Slots 1 x ExpressCard (1 free)
2 x PCI Express Half Mini Card (2 free)
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Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
Dock
USB-C
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Dell Latitude E7240 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Latitude E7240 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard, Acer Active Pen, USB-C to HDMI adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor
Security - Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features ExpressCharge, microphone with noise-cancellation Integrated stylus holder, LiquidLoop, auto-retracting kickstand
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 58ZQ
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