Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) vs. Dell Latitude E5400

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) and Dell Latitude E5400. 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust metal design

crisp full HD display

backlit keyboard feature

adequate processing power

reasonable price point

average battery life

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

no USB-C port

Dell Latitude E5400 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Latitude E5400 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

affordable price point

comfortable keyboard layout

adequate connectivity options

solid base performance

average battery life

heavier design

outdated aesthetics

limited graphics capability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) and Dell Latitude E5400
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
76 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) vs. Dell Latitude E5400 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Dell Latitude E5400
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.2 cm -
Weight 2.2 kg -
Case Material Metal -
Colour Golden -
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Dell Latitude E5400
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Dell Latitude E5400
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Dell Latitude E5400
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM -
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Dell Latitude E5400
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 256 GB SSD
Optical Drive DVD±RW -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Dell Latitude E5400
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce MX150 / Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p -
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features Output: Harman audio technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Dell Latitude E5400
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 -
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Dell Latitude E5400
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Dell Latitude E5400
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Dell Latitude E5400
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Dell Latitude E5400
Interfaces USB-C 3.0
2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Dell Latitude E5400
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Dell Latitude E5400
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password -
Compliant Standards RoHS ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, GDPR
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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