Lenovo ThinkPad L520 vs. Dell Latitude E5440

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Lenovo ThinkPad L520

Our Rating: 72 %

Dell Latitude E5440
Dell Latitude E5440

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L520 and Dell Latitude E5440. Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L520 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

solid performance

reliable security features

heavier than competitors

dated design

average display quality

limited graphics performance

Dell Latitude E5440 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Latitude E5440 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

effective heat management

affordable price point

decent battery life

good keyboard feel

average display resolution

heavier than competitors

outdated design

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L520 and Dell Latitude E5440
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
73 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L520 vs. Dell Latitude E5440 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Dell Latitude E5440
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38 cm x 24.7 cm x 3.6 cm 33.8 cm x 23.5 cm x 3.22 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 1.98 kg
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Dell Latitude E5440
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Support 16.7 million colours -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Dell Latitude E5440
CPU Intel Core i5 (2nd Gen) 2520M / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.2 GHz 2.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Dell Latitude E5440
RAM 4 GB 4 GB
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR3 SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed - 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800
Rated Speed - 1600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Dell Latitude E5440
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 320 GB HDD 120 GB SSD SATA 3Gb/s
Optical Drive DVD-Writer -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Dell Latitude E5440
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 3000 Intel HD Graphics 4400
Memory Allocation Technology Dynamic Video Memory Technology -
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel -
Camera Features - 720p HD movie recording
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC269Q Realtek ALC3226
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Dell Latitude E5440
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0 Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
WWAN
Generation 3G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Dell Latitude E5440
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Dell Latitude E5440
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Dell Latitude E5440
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Dell Latitude E5440
Slots 1 x ExpressCard/54 (1 free) 1 x PCI Express Mini Card
2 x PCI Express Half Mini Card
Interfaces 2 x USB 2.0
PoweredUSB 2.0
USB 2.0/eSATA
VGA
DisplayPort
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
VGA
HDMI
Dock
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Dell Latitude E5440
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Dell Latitude E5440
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Dell Data Protection
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001 ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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