Dell Latitude 5500 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Dell Latitude 5500 and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Dell Latitude 5500 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Latitude 5500 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent battery life

comfortable keyboard

good security features

decent performance

heavy chassis

average display

no thunderbolt support

limited graphics power

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sleek aluminum design

sharp full HD display

fast processing speeds

ample storage capacity

good battery life

heavier than competitors

no optical drive

limited port selection

average graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Latitude 5500 and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
76 % - Design
63 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Latitude 5500 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Latitude 5500 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.91 cm x 23.625 cm x 2.2 cm 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.82 kg 1.95 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, glass
Colour - Mineral grey
DISPLAY Dell Latitude 5500 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72%
Features Anti-glare Glossy, glass cover
PROCESSOR Dell Latitude 5500 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8665U / 1.9 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Dell Latitude 5500 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Dell Latitude 5500 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), Class 35 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Latitude 5500 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features 78.6 degrees, RGB camera Privacy shutter
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3204 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Wave MAXXAudio Pro High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Latitude 5500 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-LM -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Dell Latitude 5500 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 68 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 15 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell Latitude 5500 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 19.5 V 65 Watt
INPUT Dell Latitude 5500 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Latitude 5500 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Dell Latitude 5500 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Latitude 5500 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (81NG)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features ExpressCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 1.81 W/kg (body), 1.81 W/kg (limb)
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 80% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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