Dell Precision 5690 vs Dell Latitude 9440 Comparison

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Dell Precision 5690

16 inches | February 2024

Speed 5.5

Size 7.5

Display 3.5

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14 inches | April 2023

Speed 4

Size 8.5

Display 5.5

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Dell Precision 5690 vs Dell Latitude 9440 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Precision 5690 and Latitude 9440, two laptops by Dell. Dell Precision 5690 was introduced to market in February 2024 and Dell Latitude 9440 was launched in April 2023. There is only 10 months difference between Precision 5690 and Latitude 9440 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Dell Precision 5690 and Dell Latitude 9440 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Dell Precision 5690 Key Specs

Launched in February 2024
16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 5 135H
GPU: RTX A1000 Mobile 6GB
16GB Ram
353.68 x 240.33 x 20.5-22.17 mm (13.92 x 9.46 x 0.81-0.87 inches)
Weight: 2.17 kg (4.78 lbs)

Dell Latitude 9440 Key Specs

Launched in April 2023
14.0" Touchscreen - IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 1335U
GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
16GB Ram
310.5 x 215 x 14.92-16.28 mm (12.22 x 8.46 x 0.59-0.64 inches)
Weight: 1.53 kg (3.37 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Precision 5690 and Latitude 9440 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Dell Precision 5690 over Dell Latitude 9440

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~87.3% vs ~85.1%	Larger screen area ratio
Display Size	16 inches vs 14 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
DCI-P3 Color Gamut	100% vs 77.2%	Wider DCI-P3 Color Gamut
CPU Fabrication Process	7 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	8 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	4.92 TFLOPS vs 1.41 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6E	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.4 vs v5.3	Connect to external monitors directly via HDMI cable
HDMI Port	1x HDMI 2.1 vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Larger Touchpad Area
Touchpad Size	13.6 x 8.5 cm vs 13.0 x 7.2 cm

Reasons to choose Dell Latitude 9440 over Dell Precision 5690

Weight	1.53 kg vs 2.17 kg	0.64 kg lighter
Screen PPI	216 ppi vs 142 ppi	More pixels per inch
2-in-1 Design	Yes vs No	Use like a tablet
Touch Screen	Yes vs No	Interact with your fingers
Screen Resolution	2560 x 1600 pixels vs 1920 x 1200 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Response Time	44 ms vs 30 ms	Faster Response screen

Common Strengths of Dell Latitude 9440 and Dell Precision 5690

Launch Dates	February 2024 vs April 2023	Both laptops are recent models
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs Yes	Charging via USB port gives flexibility
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Left, Right	Flexible charging positions
RAM Type	LPDDR5X vs LPDDR5X	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs Yes	Easy Login with Fingerprint Sensor
Thunderbolt Port	v4 vs v4	Fast data and power transfer via Thunderbolt Port
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Dell Latitude 9440 and Dell Precision 5690

HDR Support	No vs No	No HDR Support
Upgradable RAM	No vs No	No Option to increase the RAM size

Dell Precision 5690 vs Dell Latitude 9440: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Dell Precision 5690 and the Dell Latitude 9440.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.17 kg (4.78 lbs)	1.53 kg (3.37 lbs)
Surface Area	850 cm2 (131.7 inches2)	668 cm2 (103.4 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~87.3%	~85.1%
Side Bezel Thickness	~4.5 mm	~4.5 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.14 kg/inch	0.11 kg/inch
	0.308 lbs/inch	0.242 lbs/inch
Colors	Black	Gray
Cover Opening Angle	180Â°	360Â°

Comparison of the Dell Precision 5690 and the Dell Latitude 9440 External Dimensions

Weight

Precision 5690 weighs 2.17 kg (4.78 lbs), whereas the Latitude 9440 weighs 1.53 kg (3.37 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Dell Precision 5690

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Dell Latitude 9440

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Thickness Comparison

Dell Precision 5690

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Dell Latitude 9440

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Dell Precision 5690 is 0.14 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Dell Latitude 9440 is 0.11 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch

Dell Precision 5690 vs Dell Latitude 9440: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 5 135H Intel Core Ultra 7 155H Intel Core Ultra 7 165H Intel Core Ultra 9 185H	Intel Core i5 1335U Intel Core i5 1345U Intel Core i7 1365U
Base Frequency	1.7 GHz	1.3 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.6 GHz	4.6 GHz
Number of Cores	Arc Graphics (7-	10
Number of Threads	18	12
L3 Cache	18 MB	12 MB
Integrated GPU	Arc Graphics (7-Cores)	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	7 nm	10 nm
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1730	1726
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	14810	7438

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Dell Precision 5690 and Dell Latitude 9440.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core Ultra 5 135H

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 1335U

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	RTX A1000 Mobile 6GB RTX A2000 Mobile 8GB RTX A3000 Mobile 8GB RTX A5000 Mobile	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)
Base Clock Frequency	630 MHz	300 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1140 MHz	1100 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	50 W	15 W
Type	Dedicated	Integrated
FLOPS	4.92 TFLOPS	1.41 TFLOPS
Memory Size	6 GB	System Shared
Memory Type	GDDR6	LPDDR5X
Memory Bus	128 bit	System Shared
Memory Speed	~11 Gbps	6.4 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	2560	640
TMUs	80	40
ROPs	32	20

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Dell Precision 5690 has a FLOPS value of 4.92 TFLOPS whereas the Dell Latitude 9440 ' has a FLOPS value of 1.41 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Dell Precision 5690 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB 64GB	16GB 32GB 64GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	7467 MHz	6400 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	LPDDR5X
Upgradable	No	No

Both laptops, the Precision 5690 and the Latitude 9440, come with similar RAM capacities of 16 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Dell Precision 5690	Dell Latitude 9440
CPU	Intel Core Ultra 5 135H	Intel Core i5 1335U
GPU	RTX A1000 Mobile 6GB	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)
Memory	16 GB ; 6 GB VRAM	16 GB
Available for LLM total	~17.3 GB (4.5 GB VRAM 12.8 GB RAM)	~10.5 GB (10.5 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Runs Well fits in your 6 GB VRAM	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 10.5 GB RAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✔ Modest Speed doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	⚠ Borderline / Slow fits in your 10.5 GB RAM
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	! Not Practical fits in your 10.5 GB RAM
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B) Requires ~24 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Extra-Large Models (65B+): Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B Requires ~42 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

Dell Precision 5690|Dell Latitude 9440

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Slow-Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	99.5 Wh	60 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	No
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left, Right	Left, Right
Charge Power	100 / 165 W	60 / 65 W
Voltage	11.55 V	11.55 V
Cable Length	1 meters	1 meters

Moreover, the Precision 5690 boasts a larger battery capacity of 100 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Latitude 9440's60 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Dell Precision 5690

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Dell Latitude 9440

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 4 TB, the Precision 5690 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Latitude 9440's max. storage capacity of 2 TB.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	2	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Dell Precision 5690 vs Dell Latitude 9440: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Dell Precision 5690 and Dell Latitude 9440 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Precision 5690 has a display size of 16.0".On the other hand, Latitude 9440 has a smaller 14.0" display.The total usable screen area of the Precision 5690 is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the Latitude 9440's total usable screen area is 568cm² / 88inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Latitude 9440 features a higher pixel density with 216 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Dell Precision 5690

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Dell Latitude 9440

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Refresh Rate
Both Precision 5690 and Latitude 9440 offer the same refresh rate of 60 Hz.

Furthermore, the Latitude 9440 boasts a faster response time of 9.9 ms, reducing motion blur for fast-paced content.

Brightness
Both Precision 5690 and Latitude 9440 offer the same maximum brightness of 500 nits (cd/m²).

Brightness Comparison

Dell Precision 5690

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Dell Latitude 9440

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Dell Precision 5690 vs Dell Latitude 9440 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Precision 5690 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Latitude 9440 (v6E).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Neither Precision 5690 nor Latitude 9440 has USB-A ports.
Both Precision 5690 and Latitude 9440 feature 3x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Both Precision 5690 and Latitude 9440 are equipped with Thunderbolt 4 ports.

HDMI
Precision 5690 features an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors. Latitude 9440 does not have an HDMI port.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Precision 5690 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. Latitude 9440 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Precision 5690 and Latitude 9440 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v7	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.4	v5.3
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	No	No
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	3x USB 4.0	3x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	No
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes	Yes
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	No	No