MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) vs. Dell Latitude 5540

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) and Dell Latitude 5540. 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.

MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent keyboard comfort

good battery life

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

modest storage capacity

Dell Latitude 5540 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Latitude 5540 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

excellent battery life

bright display

good connectivity options

heavier than competitors

basic audio quality

limited graphics performance

pricey base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) and Dell Latitude 5540
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) vs. Dell Latitude 5540 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Dell Latitude 5540
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 22 cm x 1.69 cm 35.78 cm x 23.33 cm x 2.28 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 1.613 kg
Case Material Plastic, metal -
Colour Carbon grey Grey
DISPLAY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Dell Latitude 5540
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 141
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features IPS-level, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 35 ms response rate, 0.179 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Dell Latitude 5540
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Dell Latitude 5540
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Dell Latitude 5540
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), Class 35
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Dell Latitude 5540
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1920 x 1080 (standard), 640 x 360 (infrared)
Resolution - 2.07 Megapixel (standard), 0.23 Megapixel (infrared)
Camera Features - 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 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology Output: MaxxAudio 12.0, Realtek Waves
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Dell Latitude 5540
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Dell Latitude 5540
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 52 Wh 54 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Dell Latitude 5540
Input - AC 100-200 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Dell Latitude 5540
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features White LED backlight -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Dell Latitude 5540
Interfaces 2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Dell Latitude 5540
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian
Software Included MSI BurnRecovery, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Battery Calibration, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, MSI Creator Center Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence)
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Dell Latitude 5540
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810G tested ExpressCharge, Dell ControlVault 3, ExpressChargeBoost
Compliant Standards - FIPS 140-2, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
Model Number 489UK -
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