Dell Latitude E7240 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Dell Latitude E7240
Dell Latitude E7240

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Dell Latitude E7240 and Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen). 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

Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

responsive touchscreen display

solid build quality

decent battery life

improved keyboard layout

heavier than competitors

limited storage options

mediocre performance

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Latitude E7240 and Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Latitude E7240 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook - with keyboard dock
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.05 cm x 21.1 cm x 2 cm 30.11 cm x 19.25 cm x 0.96 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 900 g - keyboard dock
Weight 1.36 kg 822 g
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour - Graphite black
DISPLAY Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 11.6" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 370 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare, BFR/PVC-free VibrantView, glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, One Glass Solution
PROCESSOR Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz Intel Core M 5Y71 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 2.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
RAM 4 GB 8 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 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 128 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel HD Graphics 5300
Camera - Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Video Resolutions - 1080p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphones Stereo speakers, three microphones
Codec - ALC286-VC
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11b/g/n Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet
BATTERY Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Installed Qty - 2
AC ADAPTER Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 36 Watt
INPUT Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, TrackPoint, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
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 3.0 (Always On)
Micro-HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.0 (on keyboard dock)
Mini DisplayPort (on keyboard dock)
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, USB to Ethernet adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis magnetometer, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass, 3-axis inclinometer
Security - Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ExpressCharge, microphone with noise-cancellation Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, volume control, lock display rotation function
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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