Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 vs HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 (2025)
The Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 is the better laptop on paper: it has more memory, is lighter and is more compact. Pick the HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 only if it matters to you that it has a bigger screen and has more storage.
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Key differences
- Memory Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 wins
The Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 has 16 GB of memory against 8 GB. That's the difference between coping and staying quick with lots of tabs and apps open.
- Weight Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 wins
The Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 is 0.4 kg lighter: 1.2 kg against 1.62 kg.
- Screen size Depends on you
The HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 has the bigger screen (14" against 12.3"), while the Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 is more compact.
- Storage HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 wins
The HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 has twice the storage: 512 GB against 256 GB.
- Ports Depends on you
Only the Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 has Thunderbolt or USB4 and an SD card reader, while only the HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 has HDMI and USB-A.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 if…
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 16 GB of memory gives it more room than 8 GB.
- You'll carry it every day: at 1.2 kg it's easy to take everywhere.
- You want something compact for small bags and train tables: it has a 12.3-inch screen.
- You plug things in: it has Thunderbolt or USB4 (for fast docks and drives) and an SD card reader (for camera cards).
Choose the HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 if…
- You want more room to work: its 14-inch screen fits two windows side by side.
- You store lots of photos, videos or games: it has 512 GB of storage.
- You plug things in: it has HDMI (for TVs and monitors) and USB-A (for older USB accessories).
Full spec comparison
Add more laptopsThe Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 leads on battery and weight; elsewhere the two are closely matched. Highlighted values mark the better spec in each row, and you can hide the rows where they match.
Performance
Each laptop has its strengths on performance.
The Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 has more memory, while the HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 has more storage and has faster memory.
| Spec | Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 | HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-8350U | Intel Core i3-1315U |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR3 | LPDDR5-5200 |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | — | PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD |
| Storage slots | 1 | — |
Screen
On the screen, it comes down to what you need.
The HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 has the bigger screen (14" against 12.3"), while the Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 is more compact. The Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 is more compact, while the HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 has a bigger screen.
| Spec | Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 | HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 12.3" | 14" |
| Resolution | Full HD+ (1920 x 1280) | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) |
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 16:10 |
| Panel | LCD | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | — | No |
| Brightness | 340 nits | 300 nits |
| Colour range | — | 62.5% sRGB |
| HDR | None | None |
| Finish | Anti-reflective | — |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Pen standard | Dell Active Pen (Wacom feel IT) | MPP 2.0 |
Battery and size
The Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 is ahead on battery and weight.
It is lighter and is slimmer, and the HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 | HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | — | Up to 21.5 hours |
| Battery capacity | — | 68 Wh |
| Charger | — | 45 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Weight | 1.2 kg | 1.62 kg |
| Dimensions | 292 x 208.8 x 9.76-10.65 mm | 313 x 219.9 x 18.4 mm |
| Hinge | detachable tablet with integrated kickstand (opens to 145 degrees) | 360-degree convertible |
| Colour | — | Glacier silver |
Ports and wireless
The HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 is ahead on ports and wireless.
The Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 has Thunderbolt or USB4 and an SD card reader, while the HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 has HDMI and USB-A and has Wi-Fi 6.
| Spec | Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 | HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x USB-C (DisplayPort; Thunderbolt 3 optional; adapter is USB-C, maker does not say which port charges), 1x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare), 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo, 1x microSD 4.0 | 1x USB-A 10Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2), 1x USB-A 5Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1), 2x USB-C 10Gbps (USB PD 3.1 charging, DisplayPort 1.4a, Sleep and Charge), 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/mic combo |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | — | None |
| Card reader | microSD | None |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Wi-Fi card | — | Realtek Wi-Fi 6 (2x2) |
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Mobile data | — | None |
Features
The Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 is ahead on extras.
It has a sharper webcam, and the HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 | HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 5 MP front (fixed focus) + 8 MP rear (autofocus) | 1080p |
| Webcam privacy | — | physical shutter |
| Backlit keyboard | No | No |
| Keyboard | — | Full-size, soft gray keyboard; Copilot key; mic mute key |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Touchpad | — | HP Imagepad |
| Speakers | 2 speakers, 2 W RMS per channel | Dual speakers, HP Audio Boost |
| Microphones | — | integrated dual array digital microphones |
| Pen | Supported (sold separately) | Supported (sold separately) |
| Security | TPM 2.0, Dell ControlVault, Noble Wedge lock slot, Contactless smart card reader / NFC | Firmware TPM, Camera privacy shutter, Mic mute key |
Software and model
The HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 is ahead on software and updates.
The Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 is sold renewed (used and refurbished); the HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 is sold new. It is sold new and is newer, and the Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 | HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Model number | Dell Latitude 5290 | D77FKEA |
| Released | 2018 | 2025 |