Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. Dell Latitude 5340

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and Dell Latitude 5340. 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 ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

sharp display resolution

efficient performance

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average speaker quality

Dell Latitude 5340 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Latitude 5340 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

impressive battery life

lightweight design

responsive touchpad

fast charging support

average display quality

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and Dell Latitude 5340
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
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83 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. Dell Latitude 5340 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Latitude 5340
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm 30.57 cm x 20.75 cm x 1.844 cm
Weight 966.5 g 1.23 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom) -
Colour Black paint Grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Latitude 5340
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1350 (2K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 166
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 -
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Anti-glare, 35 ms response rate, 0.153 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Latitude 5340
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 10-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 12 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache, 12 Threads
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Latitude 5340
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 5200 MHz 4800 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Latitude 5340
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), Class 35
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Latitude 5340
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1920 x 1080 (standard), 640 x 360 (infrared)
Resolution - 2.07 Megapixel (standard), 0.23 Megapixel (infrared)
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter, IR/RGB camera, Temporal Noise Reduction, 80 degrees, 86.6 degrees (IR camera)
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions - 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Four speakers, four microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio
Audio Features - Output: MaxxAudio 12.0, Realtek Waves
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Latitude 5340
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Latitude 5340
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 49.5 Wh 54 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Latitude 5340
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Latitude 5340
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Latitude 5340
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Latitude 5340
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Pro - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Dell Latitude 5340
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Accelerometer
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, Firmware Resiliency 2.0, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration ExpressCharge, Dell ControlVault 3, ExpressChargeBoost
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified FIPS 140-2, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 0.263 W/kg (body)
0.263 W/kg (limb)
Carbon Footprint - 321 kg carbon emissions
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
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