Dell Latitude E7240 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)

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

Our Rating: 72 %

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Dell Latitude E7240 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA). 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 Gen 8 (20UA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Latitude E7240 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Latitude E7240 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.05 cm x 21.1 cm x 2 cm 32.3 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.36 kg 1.09 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy
Colour - Black paint
DISPLAY Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 2560 x 1440 (WQHD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72%
Features Anti-glare, BFR/PVC-free Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10310U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
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 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 1600 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera - Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, microphones Four speakers, quad array microphone
Codec - USI 4551-513711-00
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11b/g/n Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 51 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 19.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
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 Gen 8 (20UA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
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 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
LAN (on supplied cable)
SOFTWARE Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Latitude E7240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Cable Gen 2
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington mini 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, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value - 1.49 W/kg (body), 1.49 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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