Dell Latitude E7240 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)

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

Our Rating: 72 %

Detailed comparison and review of Dell Latitude E7240 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

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 X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

fast ssd performance

limited port variety

average display brightness

no dedicated gpu

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Latitude E7240 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Latitude E7240 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.05 cm x 21.1 cm x 2 cm 33.1 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.772 cm
Weight 1.36 kg 1.305 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour - Black
DISPLAY Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 14"
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
Features Anti-glare, BFR/PVC-free Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 2.9 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 X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 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 -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 128 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel HD Graphics 5500
Camera - Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Gesture input support
Sound Stereo speakers, microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3232
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11b/g/n 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
WWAN
Generation - WWAN upgradable
BATTERY Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
AC ADAPTER Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
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
USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
OneLink connector
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
USB 3.0 (Always On)
SOFTWARE Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen)
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, RapidCharge, reset switch, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, 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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