Dell Latitude 14 5420vsDell Latitude 14 7430

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Dell
Dell Latitude 14 5420
Latitude 14 5420

Quick Stats

The Dell Latitude 14 5420's performance is smooth and efficient, prioritizing long-term peak performance over short bursts of power.
The Dell Latitude 14 5420's solid but unremarkable build prioritizes internal components over aesthetics.
The Dell Latitude 14 5420's display lacks impressiveness, with poor brightness and color accuracy overall features.
The Dell Latitude 14 5420 boasts a comprehensive array of features, covering connectivity and security options.
Dell
Dell Latitude 14 7430
Latitude 14 7430

Quick Stats

The Dell Latitude 147430 boasts exceptional performance capabilities, exceeding expectations with impressive CPU speeds and smooth operation.
The Dell Latitude 147430 boasts a premium aluminum chassis, ensuring durability and portability with its smooth build quality.
The Dell Latitude 147430's FHD IPS display boasts great viewing angles with very accurate colors overall.
The Dell Latitude 14 7430 boasts impressive features, including a durable aluminum chassis and long-travel keyboard primarily.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Dell Latitude 14 5420
#491
Dell Latitude 14 7430
Winner
#490
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Dell Latitude 14 5420
#42
Winner
Dell Latitude 14 7430
#799
Display
Dell Latitude 14 5420
#643
Dell Latitude 14 7430
#492
Winner
Performance
Dell Latitude 14 5420
#501
Dell Latitude 14 7430
#396
Winner
Build
Dell Latitude 14 5420
#188
Dell Latitude 14 7430
#185
Winner
Features
Dell Latitude 14 5420
#300
Dell Latitude 14 7430
#298
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Dell Dell Latitude 14 5420
Dell Dell Latitude 14 7430
up to 64GB
up to 128GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1185G7
Intel Core i7-1255U
Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 (48EU)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
1x M.2 NVMe slot See photo
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Dell Latitude 14 5420

Strengths

Dell's Latitude presents itself as an overall solid allround office device.
The upgradeability is excellent and none of the major components are soldered.
A generously equipped allround business laptop that leaves nothing to be desired in terms of connectivity and security.
We measured a real-world Wi-Fi runtime of almost 13 hours at a display brightness setting of 150 nits.

Weaknesses

The chassis is neither thin nor lightweight and likely will not win any design awards either.
Unfortunately, there are a few missteps here as well, as our review will show.
The 720p camera in the lid is barely worth mentioning. It captures washed-out pictures that suffer from immediately noticeable artifacts.
The input device changes did not pan out. Instead of mouse buttons and a Trackpoint, the Latitude offers a clickpad with haptics so poor that even die-hard reviewers resort to connecting a USB mouse.

Dell Latitude 14 7430

Strengths

The laptop has security features that make it a great Enterprise machine
The convertible form factor makes it easy for presentations and working together in a team
The selection of materials is flawless, with a durable aluminum chassis
The laptop is very portable, weighing only 1.44 kilograms and having an 18.7 millimeters profile
The keyboard has long key travel and clicky feedback
The touchpad works really well with a smooth glass surface and tactile clicking mechanism
The display has great viewing angles, peak brightness of 305 nits, and high contrast ratio
The laptop's battery unit lasts for up to 12 hours and 30 minutes of web browsing

Weaknesses

The laptop is an expensive device
The hinges get stiffer after 90 degrees, which can be a drawback
Limited upgrade ability due to soldered memory
PWM usage up to 74 nits may cause eye strain for some users
The cooling setup can push the CPU above its TDP limit, leading to high temperatures
Single fan can't produce a lot of noise, but it's not a major concern
DDR4 RAM on U-series chip might be slower than DDR5 RAM on P-series chip
Storage upgrade is limited due to only one M.2 slot
Read Full Reviews

Dell Latitude 14 5420

The Dell Latitude 14 5420 presents itself as a solid all-round office device. While its design may not win any awards, the focus is clearly on its internals. The laptop boasts an impressive list of features, including Thunderbolt 4, Ethernet port, and SIM card slot. However, some missteps are apparent in our review, including a subpar webcam and disappointing input device changes. Let's take a closer look at this business laptop to see if it truly delivers.

Dell Latitude 14 7430

The Dell Latitude 147430 is an enterprise-grade laptop that boasts impressive security features and a convertible form factor, making it ideal for presentations and team collaboration. Built with a durable aluminum chassis, this device offers excellent portability, weighing in at just 1.44kg. With a range of high-performance options, including Intel Core i7 chips, and advanced input/output capabilities, this laptop promises to deliver seamless productivity. In this review, we'll dive deeper into its features, performance, and design.

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