Dell Latitude 5400 vs Dell Latitude 5410
Both laptops are very similar and suit the same kind of buyer: both have equally quick processors, 16 GB of memory and 14-inch screens, and both run Windows. The main difference: only the Dell Latitude 5410 has a touchscreen.
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Key differences
- Touchscreen Dell Latitude 5410 wins
Only the Dell Latitude 5410 has a touchscreen.
- Charging Dell Latitude 5410 wins
The Dell Latitude 5410 charges over USB-C, so one charger can do your laptop and phone.
- Age Dell Latitude 5410 wins
The Dell Latitude 5410 is a year newer (2020 against 2019).
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell Latitude 5400 if…
- You mostly browse, stream and write: its Intel Core i5-8365U copes well with everyday tasks.
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: it has 16 GB of memory.
- You'll carry it around: it weighs just 1.48 kg.
Choose the Dell Latitude 5410 if…
- You like to tap, scroll and sign things on screen: it has a touchscreen.
- You want fewer chargers: it charges over USB-C, like most phones.
- You prefer the newer model: it came out in 2020.
Full spec comparison
Add more laptopsOn the specs both makers publish, these two are closely matched. Highlighted values mark the better spec in each row, and you can hide the rows where they match.
Performance
Both laptops are very close on performance.
Their processors are in the same class: both are fine for everyday tasks, and both have 16 GB of memory.
| Spec | Dell Latitude 5400 | Dell Latitude 5410 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-8365U | Intel Core i5-10310U |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | DDR4-2666 (runs at 2400 MHz with 8th Gen Intel CPUs) | DDR4-2667 |
| Maximum memory | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Upgradeable (slots) | Upgradeable (slots) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | — | PCIe Gen 3 x4 NVMe M.2 2230/2280 |
| Storage slots | — | 1 |
Screen
The Dell Latitude 5410 is ahead on the screen.
It has a touchscreen, and the Dell Latitude 5400 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Dell Latitude 5400 | Dell Latitude 5410 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 14" |
| Resolution | — | Full HD (1920 x 1080) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Panel | LCD | LCD |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | No | — |
| Brightness | 220 nits | — |
| HDR | None | — |
| Finish | Matte | Glossy |
| Touchscreen | — | Yes |
Battery and size
The Dell Latitude 5410 is ahead on battery and weight.
It charges over USB-C, and the Dell Latitude 5400 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Dell Latitude 5400 | Dell Latitude 5410 |
|---|---|---|
| Charges via | barrel (7.4 mm) | 7.4 mm barrel; USB-C (Power Delivery 3.0) |
| Fast charging | ExpressCharge: full charge in about 2 hours (16-45 C) | — |
| Weight | 1.48 kg | 1.48 kg |
| Dimensions | 323.05 x 216 x 19.6-20.85 mm | 323.05 x 216 x 20.26-21.18 mm |
| Colour | Black | Black |
Ports and wireless
Both have much the same ports and wireless.
You can plug in the same things on either.
| Spec | Dell Latitude 5400 | Dell Latitude 5410 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 3x USB-A 3.1 Gen 1 (one with PowerShare), 1x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (DisplayPort; Thunderbolt 3 optional), 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet, 1x headset combo audio, 1x microSD | 3x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (one with PowerShare), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (charging via Power Delivery 3.0, DisplayPort 1.2; Thunderbolt 3 optional), 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet, 1x 3.5 mm headset combo, 1x microSD |
| Card reader | microSD | microSD |
| Ethernet | 1 GbE RJ-45 | 1 GbE RJ-45 |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 5 |
Features
Both have much the same extras.
From the keyboard to the webcam and login, there is little between them.
| Spec | Dell Latitude 5400 | Dell Latitude 5410 |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p | 720p |
| Webcam privacy | — | physical shutter |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard | full-size, 19.05 mm key pitch, 82 keys (UK); backlit optional | UK 82-key QWERTY, 19.05 mm key pitch, backlit option, TrackPoint |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Touchpad | 101.7 x 55.2 mm, 5-finger multi-touch | 101.70 x 55.20 mm |
| Speakers | 2x stereo speakers, 2 W average (2.5 W peak), Waves MaxxAudio Pro | 2x 2 W (2.5 W peak), Waves MaxxAudio Pro |
| Microphones | digital-array microphones | dual array microphones |
| Pen | No | No |
| Security | Noble wedge lock slot | TPM 2.0 (integrated), Wedge-shaped security-cable slot |
Software and model
The Dell Latitude 5410 is ahead on software and updates.
It is newer, and the Dell Latitude 5400 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Dell Latitude 5400 | Dell Latitude 5410 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Model number | 5400 | — |
| Released | 2019 | 2020 |