Dell Latitude 7490 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)

Our Rating: 78 %

Side by side comparison and review of Dell Latitude 7490 and Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX). 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 7490 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Latitude 7490 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent battery life

comfortable keyboard

good security features

fast processor

average display quality

no dedicated GPU

limited storage options

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

lightweight design

good security features

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Latitude 7490 and Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Latitude 7490 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Latitude 7490 Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.09 cm x 1.79 cm 32.9 cm x 22.615 cm x 1.67 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.35 kg
Case Material - Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Dell Latitude 7490 Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Dell Latitude 7490 Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Dell Latitude 7490 Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Dell Latitude 7490 Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Latitude 7490 Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel -
Camera Features Fixed focus IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy
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 ALC3246 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Latitude 7490 Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY Dell Latitude 7490 Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 20 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell Latitude 7490 Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19.5 V, 3.34 A 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Dell Latitude 7490 Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Latitude 7490 Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
LAN
HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Dell Latitude 7490 Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Latitude 7490 Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Noise reduction, ExpressCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
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