Dell Latitude E7240 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T550

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

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of Dell Latitude E7240 and Lenovo ThinkPad T550. Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

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 T550 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T550 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

long battery life

efficient thermal management

good enterprise features

heavier than competitors

average display quality

limited graphics performance

costlier than alternatives

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Latitude E7240 and Lenovo ThinkPad T550
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Latitude E7240 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T550 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad T550
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.05 cm x 21.1 cm x 2 cm 38 cm x 25.8 cm x 2.24 cm
Weight 1.36 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic
DISPLAY Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad T550
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 15.5"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 2880 x 1620 (WQHD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Features Anti-glare, BFR/PVC-free Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad T550
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5200U / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 2.7 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 Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad T550
RAM 4 GB 4 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800
Rated Speed 1600 MHz 1600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
STORAGE Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad T550
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 120 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad T550
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel HD Graphics 5500
Camera - Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec - Realtek ALC3232
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad T550
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11b/g/n Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad T550
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
AC ADAPTER Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad T550
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
INPUT Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad T550
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad T550
Slots 1 x ExpressCard (1 free)
2 x PCI Express Half Mini Card (2 free)
-
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
Dock
2 x USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad T550
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad T550
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
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, ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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