Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 Review

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Main Features

Launched in January 2021

Display:14.0" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio

Max Brightness: 400 nits

External Dimensions: 321.3 x 208.6 x 17 mm (12.65 x 8.21 x 0.67 inches)

Weight: 1.46 kg (3.22 lbs)

Operating System: Windows

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Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 Overview

SCORING

Performance

Size

Display

Gaming

Connectivity

Launched in January 2021, Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 is a Convertible Windows laptop with 14.0-inch display and 16:9 aspect ratio. It has the external dimensions of 321.3 x 208.6 x 17 mm (12.65 x 8.21 x 0.67 inches) and weighs 1.46 kg (3.22 lbs).

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Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1

Latitude 7420 2-in-1 is a member of Dell's Latitude 2-in-1 series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Dell Latitude 2-in-1 Series History

Model	Release Date	Screen Size	Weight
Dell Latitude 3190 2-in-1 Compare	January 2021	11.6"	1.45 kg (3.2 lbs)
Dell Latitude 5320 2-in-1 Compare	January 2021	13.3"	1.32 kg (2.91 lbs)
Dell Latitude 7320 2-in-1 Compare	January 2021	13.3"	1.39 kg (3.06 lbs)
Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1	January 2021	14.0"	1.46 kg (3.22 lbs)
Dell Latitude 9420 2-in-1 Compare	January 2021	14.0"	1.4 kg (3.09 lbs)
Dell Latitude 9520 2-in-1 Compare	January 2021	15.0"	1.5 kg (3.31 lbs)

***Please note that laptop configurations may vary by country, and certain models or specifications may only be available in specific regions.

Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 PROs and CONs

Now let's get in to more details of our Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 review by analyzing its specs and features and listing out its pros and cons compared to average competitor laptop in its class.

PROs

Lightweight at only 1.46 kg (3.22 lbs)

High Screen to Body ratio of ~80.6%

Thin bezels around the screen

Low fan noise level

360° Screen Opening Angle

Matte Screen reduces reflections

100% sRGB Color Space

400 nits Max Brightness

Fast Charging Feature

USB Power Delivery

Upgradable Storage

NVMe Type SSD Storage

82.7 dB Speaker Loudness

Wi-fi v6

Bluetooth v5.1

1920 x 1080 Webcam Resolution

1x USB 3.2 USB-A Ports

2x USB 3.2 USB Type C Ports

Thunderbolt 4 Port

HDMI Port

HDMI 2.0 supports higher refresh rates and resolutions

Built-in SD Card Reader

Keyboard Backlight

CONs

RAM is not Upgradable

Body and Dimensions

The weight and external dimensions are two of the most important factors determining the physical portability of a laptop. Below you can find the external physical features of the Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1:

Physical Specs
Dimensions	321.3 x 208.6 x 17 mm
	12.65 x 8.21 x 0.67 inches
Weight	1.46 kg (3.22 lbs)
Surface Area	670 cm2 (103.9 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~80.6%
Side Bezel Thickness	~5.7 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.10 kg/inch
	0.22 lbs/inch
Colors	Gray
Cover Opening Angle	360°

Weight
The Dell Latitude 7420 (2-in-1) weighs 1.46 kg / 3.22 lbs. Considering that average weight of the laptops with display size '14.0-14.9 inches' in our database is 1.42 kg, it will be fair to say that the Dell Latitude 7420 (2-in-1) is a neither light nor heavy laptop for its size class.

Weight Comparison

Display size : 14.0-14.9 inches

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Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops here at Laptop Decision 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 Latitude 7420 2-in-1 is 0.10 kg/inch. Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch (Compare)
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch (Compare)
LG Gram 14 2-in-1 2022: 0.07 kg/inch (Compare)
LG Gram 14 2023: 0.07 kg/inch (Compare)
Asus ExpertBook B9 OLED B9403: 0.07 kg/inch (Compare)

Body Thickness
Thickness of the Dell Latitude 7420 (2-in-1) is 17 mm. Considering that average thickness of the laptops with display size '14.0-14.9 inches' in our database is 17.12 mm, it will be accurate to say that the Dell Latitude 7420 (2-in-1) is a slim laptop for its class.

Thickness Comparison

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Side Bezels and Screen-to-Body Ratio
The average Side Bezel Thickness of the Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 is 5.7 mm and the Screen to Body Ratio is 80.6%. These figures show that Dell did a good job utilizing the surface area of this laptop even though there are laptops that are better in this regard.

Display

Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 comes with 3 different screen options which are listed below. Click on the options to see how the specs change for each model.

The option we are reviewing here is the 1920 x 1080 (Non-Touch) option, and features a 14.0-inch sized IPS LCD type display with 60 Hz refresh rate and 157 ppi pixel density.

Display Specifications
Display Resolution	1920 x 1080 (Non-Touch) 1920 x 1080 (Touch) 3840 x 2160
Display Size	14 inches
Display Type	IPS LCD
Refresh Rate	60 Hz
PPI	157 ppi
HDR Support	No
Touch Screen	No
Coating	Matte
Contrast	1000:1
sRGB Color Space	100%
Response Time	35 ms
Max Brightness	400 nits

If possible, we recommend the 3840 x 2160 version which offers crisper images, and lets you display more content on the screen when needed.

Pixel Density / PPI

Below is a chart depicting how 157 ppi pixel density of the Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 compares with the Min, Max and Average densities in its display size class (14.0-14.9 inches).

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

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CPU

Dell Latitude 7420 (2-in-1) has 4 different CPU configurations. The current setup we are reviewing is the Intel Core i5 1135G7.

Intel Core i5 1135G7 is not the latest generation.

It is an 11th gen Intel processor which is three generations behind the latest 13th gen CPUs. The performance gap between these are significant but for standard purposes with not very demanding apps, you won't feel a big lag.

CPU Specifications
CPU Name	Intel Core i5 1135G7 Intel Core i5 1145G7 Intel Core i7 1165G7 Intel Core i7 1185G7
Base Frequency	0.9-2.4 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.2 GHz
Number of Cores	4
Number of Threads	8
L3 Cache	8 MB
Integrated GPU	Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EU
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1324
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	4633
Cinebench R23 (Single)	1355
Cinebench R23 (Multi)	5087

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPU ( Intel Core i5 1135G7 ) and compare them:

GPU

Dell Latitude 7420 (2-in-1)-Intel Core i5 1135G7 comes with only one GPU option which is Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EU. This is a Integrated type GPU with 1.41 TFLOPS floating point performance and its memory is system shared type. Integrated GPUs help to reduce the total cost and energy consumption compared to dedicated GPUs, however they are not the best options for graphic heavy applications such as video rendering and gaming.

** Since the GPU in Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 is integrated, the TGP value (15 W) is provided with considerable certainty, although there are varying opinions on its exact measurement.

GPU Specifications
GPU Name	Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EU
Base Clock Frequency	300 MHz
Boost Clock Frequency	1100 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	15 W
Type	Integrated
FLOPS	1.41 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared
Memory Type	System Shared
Memory Bus	System Shared
Memory Speed	System Shared
Shading Units Cores	640
Texture Mapping Units / TMUs	40
Raster Operations Pipelines / ROPs	20
GPU Fabrication Process	10 nm

Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1's 1.408 TFLOPS performance is quite low compared to best GPUs in its class. Below you can find the average and max TFLOPS level among the laptops with 14.0-14.9inch displays.

FLOPS Comparison

Display size : 14.0-14.9 inches

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Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

HP ZBook Ultra 14 G1a with Radeon 8060S: 29.70 TFLOPS (Compare)
Apple MacBook Pro 14 M3, 2023 with : 20.40 TFLOPS (Compare)
Razer Blade 14 2024 with GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile 8GB: 19.60 TFLOPS (Compare)
Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 with GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile 6GB: 18.80 TFLOPS (Compare)
Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 with GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile 8GB: 15.62 TFLOPS (Compare)

BATTERY

Dell Latitude 7420 (2-in-1)'s Li-Ion battery has a capacity of 42 Wh is under average, which may cause lack of mobility. Please note that even though the battery capacity gives you an idea about potential battery life, it is not the only indicator of unplugged run time of the laptop, but impacted also by factors such as your laptop's configuration, screen brightness and number & types of apps that you are running simultaneously.

Battery Comparison

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Battery Specifications
Capacity	42 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No
Fast Charging	Yes
USB Power Delivery	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left
Charge Power	65 / 90 W
Voltage	11.4 V
Full Charging Time	2:00 hr
AC Adapter Weight	310 gramm

Dell Latitude 7420 (2-in-1)'s battery is not replaceable but we can't hold it against this model as this has been the general trend in the laptop world for a long time.
Dell Latitude 7420 (2-in-1) supports fast charging which lets the user charge the laptop in a shorter time than normal.

RAM

Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 comes with 3 RAM options: 8GB, 16GB and 32GB. The current setup we are reviewing is the 8GB.Unfortunately, the RAM on the Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 is not Upgradable. For this reason, we recommend you to get the version with the highest RAM that you can afford to make your laptop more future-proof. In any case, the minimum RAM size we recommend is 16GB.Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 has the latest type of RAM existing in the market.DDR5 type RAMs provide speeds of at least 4800 MHz, whereas the previous generation supports a maximum of 3200 MHz.

Additionally, the RAM type also includes an LP (Low Power) prefix, indicating low power consumption but also lower performance. You should consider the trade-off between reduced power consumption when unplugged and potential performance loss.

RAM Specifications
RAM	8GB 16GB 32GB
Channels	2x4 GB
Clock	4267 MHz
Type	LPDDR4X (latest: DDR5)
Upgradable	No
Bus	PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)

STORAGE

Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 comes at least with a SSD (M2) type 1x128 GB storage as standard. More storage is always good, but it comes with a price.Fortunately, the storage on the Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 is Upgradable so you can upgrade it with a larger storage when needed.The NVMe SSD used in the Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 can achieve up to 3.5 GB/s speed whereas older SATA SSDs could only reach speeds of up to 550 MB/s.

Storage Specifications
Storage Up To	1 TB
Upgradable	Yes
Total Slots	1
Type	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes

SOUND

Good quality speakers can have a significant impact on the overall experience when using laptops, especially if you are consuming a lot of multimedia material such as music or videos. The Dell Latitude 7420 (2-in-1) features a 2.0 speaker set up. According to Dell, the speakers can go as loud as 82.7 dB.

Sound Specifications
Speakers Setup	2.0
Dolby Atmos	No
Loudness	82.7 dB
Microphones	2

The number and quality of the built-in microphones are as important especially in this age of online meetings and streaming.

CONNECTIVITY and PORTS

Dell Latitude 7420 (2-in-1) has the Wifi Standard (v6) which provides (theoretical 9.6 Gbps - 1200 MB/s, real world up to 4 Gbps - 500 MB/s) speed.
On the other hand, the latest WiFi v7 standard supports 40 GB/s and provides speeds up to 2.4 times faster than the previous v6 setup. Laptops with WiFi v7 appeared in the market as of the end of 2023.

The Bluetooth Standard of the Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 is v5.1, which is not the latest generation.As the version number increases within the Bluetooth V5.x series, sub-generations also progress. Although the range and speeds remain consistent, advancements in energy efficiency, reliability, and security features are introduced in subsequent sub-generations.

Connectivity
WiFi Standard	v6 (latest: v7)
Bluetooth	v5.1 (latest: v5.4)
Fingerprint Sensor	Optional
Optical Drive	No

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.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing Bluetooth versions since 2010, including their features, speed, range, IoT support, and release years. This information can be helpful in understanding the evolution of Bluetooth technology and its capabilities over the years.

Bluetooth Versions and Features Since 2010

Version	Speed (Mbps)	Range (Open Area)	Year	Features	IoT Support
v5.4	2	200 m	2023	PAwR, advanced security	Yes
v5.3	2	200 m	2021	Connection and security enhancements	Yes
v5.2	2	200 m	2020	LE Audio, efficiency and communication quality	Yes
v5.1	2	200 m	2019	Precise device positioning	Yes
v5.0	2	200 m	2016	Extended range and speed	Yes
v4.2	1	100 m	2014	Internet connectivity, security improvements	Yes
v4.1	1	100 m	2013	Improved device connectivity	Yes
v4.0	1	100 m	2010	Low Energy mode	Yes

* Please note that in the Bluetooth 5.x series, there hasn't been a significant increase in range and data speed. However, each new version has brought significant technological improvements in areas such as security, energy efficiency, and IoT support.

Dell Latitude 7420 (2-in-1) equipped with 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports and 2x USB 3.2 Type-C ports.

USB-A ports of the 'Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 are the latest generation. The maximum speed of USB-A 3.2 (latest generation) port is 20 GB/s.

USB-TypeC ports of the Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 are not the latest generation. The latest generation USB4 2.0 provides 80 and 120 Gbit/s speeds.

Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 has the latest Thunderbolt generation. The minimum bandwidth for data transfer of Thunderbolt 4 is 32 GB/s, whereas Thunderbolt 3 has 16 GB/s. Additionally, Thunderbolt 4 allows connections to up to two 4K or one 8K monitors, whereas Thunderbolt 3 supports only one 4K monitor.

Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 has not the latest generation HDMI connection.HDMI 2.1, the latest version since 2017, offers significant upgrades such as support for up to 10K at 120 Hz, Dynamic HDR, and Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC). Compared to HDMI 2.0's maximum 18.0 Gbit/s bandwidth, HDMI 2.1 provides increased bandwidth for more advanced features, surpassing its predecessor.

Ports
USB-A	1x USB 3.2 (latest)
USB Type-C	2x USB 3.2 (latest: USB4 2.0)
Thunderbolt	Thunderbolt 4 (latest)
HDMI	1x HDMI 2.0 (latest: 2.1)
Display Port	No
VGA	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No
SD CardReader	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	No

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

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.

WEBCAM

Dell Latitude 7420 (2-in-1) has 2.07 MP front camera which is fairly good one over average laptop cameras in the market.

Webcamera Specs
Webcam	1920 x 1080
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080
	2.07 MP

KEYBOARD and TOUCHPAD

Dell Latitude 7420 (2-in-1) has Island type keyboard, which is used on majority of recent laptops.

Keyboard and Touchpad
Keyboard Type	Island
Numpad	No
Backlight	Yes
Touchpad Size	11.5 x 6.5 cm
Touchpad Area	74.8 cm²
Touchpad Surface Material	Plastic
Windows Precision	Yes

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