Dell Pro Rugged 13vsDell Latitude 14 5420

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Dell
Dell Pro Rugged 13
Pro Rugged 13

Quick Stats

The Dell Pro Rugged 13 excels in performance, with impressive cold boot temperature and IP65 rating.
The Dell Pro Rugged 13's robust and reliable build ensures durability in harsh environments effectively.
The Dell Pro Rugged 13 features a stunning 13in fully rugged display with impressive 1,400 nits brightness.
The Dell Pro Rugged 13 features impressive specs, including IP65 rating and hot swappable batteries primarily.
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.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Dell Pro Rugged 13
Winner
#489
Dell Latitude 14 5420
#491
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Dell Pro Rugged 13
#290
Dell Latitude 14 5420
#42
Winner
Display
Dell Pro Rugged 13
#490
Winner
Dell Latitude 14 5420
#643
Performance
Dell Pro Rugged 13
#393
Winner
Dell Latitude 14 5420
#501
Build
Dell Pro Rugged 13
#527
Dell Latitude 14 5420
#188
Winner
Features
Dell Pro Rugged 13
#290
Winner
Dell Latitude 14 5420
#300

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Dell Dell Pro Rugged 13
Dell Dell Latitude 14 5420
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
Intel Core Ultra 7 165U
Intel Core i7-1185G7
Intel Graphics (4-Cores)
Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 (48EU)
N/A
1x M.2 NVMe slot See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Dell Pro Rugged 13

Strengths

Fully rugged device, IP65 rated
One of the only tier one vendors with a full-blown rugged lineup
Hot swappable batteries for convenient charging on shift changes
Brand new battery charger for fast and efficient charging
Pogo pins for vehicle docking through partnerships with Havis, Gamber Johnson, PMT
MPU for taking advantage of latest capabilities and applications

Weaknesses

No mention of price or availability in the review
Limited information on battery life and device performance
Some features may require additional software or hardware to function (e.g. Windows Studio Effects)
No comparison to other rugged devices in the market
Limited discussion on durability and drop test results beyond IP65 rating
No mention of any potential drawbacks or limitations of the device

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.
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Dell Pro Rugged 13

Introducing the Dell Pro Rugged 13, a fully rugged device that boasts IP65 rating and robust design. Equipped with Intel's Meteor Lake Core Ultra Series processor, this device packs a punch with dual-channel memory, discrete graphics, and Wi-Fi 7 capabilities. With a stunning full HD display, perfect for outdoor readability, and a range of connectivity options, this device is designed to thrive in demanding work conditions.

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.

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