Dell Latitude 5490
Score: 73/100
HP 14-dq0040nr
Score: 58/100Rankings
The Latitude 5490 is a 14-inch business laptop powered by an 8th-gen quad-core i5, offering strong multitasking, extensive ports, and enterprise-grade security in a rugged, serviceable chassis. It provides solid performance but is weighed down by average battery life and a modestly bright display.
A budget-friendly 14-inch ultrabook with solid battery life and a lightweight chassis, suited for basic web browsing, document work and video calls, but hampered by limited RAM, storage and a low-resolution screen.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 1.6 kg | 1.452 kgbest |
13 hoursbest | 11.3 hours | |
14 inchesbest | 14 inchesbest | |
16 GBbest | 4 GB | |
512 GBbest | 64 GB | |
| ↓ lower better | 20 mm | 18 mmbest |
220 nitsbest | 220 nitsbest | |
60 Hzbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 13 hours | 11.3 hours |
Memory & Storage(2) | ||
RAM Capacity (GB) | 16 GB | 4 GB |
SSD Capacity (GB) | 512 GB | 64 GB |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.6 kg | 1.452 kg |
Thickness (mm) | 20 mm | 18 mm |
Performance(2) | ||
Processor Model | Intel Core i5-8350U | Intel Celeron N4020 |
Graphics Type | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | Intel UHD Graphics 600 |
Display(2) | ||
Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1366x768 |
Panel Type | WVA | LED-backlit, anti-glare |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11ac | Wi‑Fi 5 |
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Professional reviewers commend the Latitude 5490 for its solid performance thanks to the quad-core i5, its military-grade durability, and its comprehensive security suite, noting it as a reliable workhorse for enterprise environments. The only criticism from experts is occasional fan noise under heavy loads.
Everyday users appreciate the laptop's smooth handling of multiple applications, the ease of upgrading components, its ruggedness that survives field work, and the comfortable keyboard. Common complaints focus on shorter-than-advertised battery life, the relatively heavy chassis, dim screen brightness, and older-generation Wi-Fi/Bluetooth.
Professional reviewers praise its value, battery life and portability, while criticizing the limited RAM, storage and outdated low-resolution display.
Users love the portability and all-day battery, but many report sluggish performance with multiple tabs, insufficient storage and a grainy screen.
“Perfect for online classes and Zoom meetings.”
“Battery lasts all day - I don't need to carry a charger.”
“Decent battery and lightweight, but the screen looks cheap.”
