Dell Latitude 5400 vs Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1)
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 5400 has USB-A.
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Key differences
- Ports Dell Latitude 5400 wins
Only the Dell Latitude 5400 has USB-A.
- Upgrades Dell Latitude 5400 wins
The Dell Latitude 5400's memory can be upgraded later; the Lenovo ThinkPad T14's is fixed.
- Charging Lenovo ThinkPad T14 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 charges over USB-C, so one charger can do your laptop and phone.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell Latitude 5400 if…
- You plug things in: it has USB-A (for older USB accessories).
- You might want more memory later: you can add it yourself.
- You mostly browse, stream and write: its Intel Core i5-8365U copes well with everyday tasks.
Choose the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 if…
- You want fewer chargers: it charges over USB-C, like most phones.
- You prefer the newer model: it came out in 2020.
- You mostly browse, stream and write: its Intel Core i5-10310U copes well with everyday tasks.
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
The Dell Latitude 5400 is ahead on performance.
It can be upgraded, and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Dell Latitude 5400 | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | DDR4-2666 |
| Maximum memory | 32 GB | 48 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Upgradeable (slots) | Partly upgradeable |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | — | PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280 |
| Storage slots | — | 1 |
Screen
Both screens are closely matched.
Size, sharpness and smoothness are near enough the same, so neither has a real edge to look at.
| Spec | Dell Latitude 5400 | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 14" |
| Resolution | — | Full HD (1920 x 1080) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Panel | LCD | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | No | — |
| Brightness | 220 nits | 250 nits |
| Colour range | — | 45% NTSC |
| HDR | None | None |
| Finish | Matte | Matte |
| Touchscreen | — | No |
Battery and size
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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 | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | — | Up to 16.5 hours |
| Battery capacity | — | 50 Wh |
| Charges via | barrel (7.4 mm) | USB-C |
| Fast charging | ExpressCharge: full charge in about 2 hours (16-45 C) | 80% in 1 hour |
| Weight | 1.48 kg | 1.55 kg |
| Dimensions | 323.05 x 216 x 19.6-20.85 mm | 329 x 227 x 17.9 mm |
| Materials | — | PPS / 50% GF (top), PC + ABS / Talc15 + magnesium alloy (keyboard cover), PA / 50% GF (bottom) |
| Durability | — | MIL-STD-810G |
| Colour | Black | Black |
| Colours available | — | Black |
Ports and wireless
The Dell Latitude 5400 is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has USB-A, and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Dell Latitude 5400 | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data, charging, DisplayPort 1.2), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 / Thunderbolt 3 (data, charging, DisplayPort 1.2), 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x Ethernet (RJ-45), 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo, 1x microSD, 1x side docking connector |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | — | Thunderbolt 3 |
| External displays (max) | — | 2 |
| Card reader | microSD | microSD |
| Ethernet | 1 GbE RJ-45 | 1 GbE RJ-45 |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Wi-Fi card | — | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 |
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth 5.1 |
Features
Both have much the same extras.
From the keyboard to the webcam and login, there is little between them.
| Spec | Dell Latitude 5400 | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p | 720p |
| Webcam privacy | — | ThinkShutter physical camera cover |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | — |
| Keyboard | full-size, 19.05 mm key pitch, 82 keys (UK); backlit optional | 6-row, spill-resistant, multimedia Fn keys with Unified Communications controls |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Touchpad | 101.7 x 55.2 mm, 5-finger multi-touch | TrackPoint pointing device plus Mylar-surface multi-touch touchpad |
| Speakers | 2x stereo speakers, 2 W average (2.5 W peak), Waves MaxxAudio Pro | Stereo, 2 W x2, Dolby Audio |
| Microphones | digital-array microphones | — |
| Pen | No | No |
| Security | Noble wedge lock slot | TPM 2.0, Kensington Security Slot |
Software and model
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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 | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Model number | 5400 | ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 |
| Released | 2019 | 2020 |