Dell Latitude E7240 vs. Microsoft Surface Pro X

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 Microsoft Surface Pro X. 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

Microsoft Surface Pro X Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Pro X based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

sharp, vibrant display

excellent battery life

innovative form factor

LTE connectivity option

limited app compatibility

no headphone jack

higher price point

underwhelming base model performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Latitude E7240 and Microsoft Surface Pro X
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Latitude E7240 vs. Microsoft Surface Pro X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Latitude E7240 Microsoft Surface Pro X
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - no keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.05 cm x 21.1 cm x 2 cm 28.7 cm x 20.8 cm x 0.73 cm
Weight 1.36 kg 774 g
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour - Platinum | Matte black
DISPLAY Dell Latitude E7240 Microsoft Surface Pro X
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 13"
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 2880 x 1920
Pixel Density (ppi) - 267
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 3:2
Image Brightness - 450 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare, BFR/PVC-free PixelSense
PROCESSOR Dell Latitude E7240 Microsoft Surface Pro X
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz Microsoft SQ1 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core -
Cache 3 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY Dell Latitude E7240 Microsoft Surface Pro X
RAM 4 GB 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 -
Rated Speed 1600 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Dell Latitude E7240 Microsoft Surface Pro X
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 128 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Latitude E7240 Microsoft Surface Pro X
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Qualcomm Adreno 685
Camera - Yes - 4K (rear), 1080p (front)
Resolution - 10 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features - Autofocus, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Latitude E7240 Microsoft Surface Pro X
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11b/g/n 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE Advanced Pro
BATTERY Dell Latitude E7240 Microsoft Surface Pro X
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Life - Up to 15 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell Latitude E7240 Microsoft Surface Pro X
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Dell Latitude E7240 Microsoft Surface Pro X
Type Keyboard, touchpad -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Latitude E7240 Microsoft Surface Pro X
Slots 1 x ExpressCard (1 free)
2 x PCI Express Half Mini Card (2 free)
1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
Dock
2 x USB-C
Keyboard
SurfaceConnect
SOFTWARE Dell Latitude E7240 Microsoft Surface Pro X
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro
Software Included - Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription)
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Latitude E7240 Microsoft Surface Pro X
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features ExpressCharge, microphone with noise-cancellation -
Navigation Receiver - GPS/GLONASS
SAR Value - 1.498 W/kg (body)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year
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