Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga vs Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1
The Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga is the better laptop on paper: it is faster, has a bigger screen and has more storage. Pick the Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 only if it matters to you that it is more compact.
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Key differences
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Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga's Intel Core i5-1145G7 is quicker: it stays smooth with lots of apps open, while the Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1's Intel Core i5-8350U copes well with everyday tasks.
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Gaming
Evenly matched
Neither is made for modern games.
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Display
Evenly matched
Closely matched screens: 13.3" Full HD 300 nits against 12.3" Full HD 340 nits.
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Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga is better connected. Only it has HDMI and USB-A.
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Portability
Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 wins
The Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 is easier to carry at 1.2 kg, against 1.44 kg.
Other differences
- Screen size Depends on you
The Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga has the bigger screen (13.3" against 12.3"), while the Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 is more compact.
- Storage Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga has twice the storage: 512 GB against 256 GB.
- Age Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga is the newer model (2020 against 2018).
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga if…
- You want a snappier laptop for everyday work: its Intel Core i5-1145G7 is the faster processor.
- You want more room to work: its 13.3-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).
- You want a more recent design: it came out in 2020.
Choose the Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 if…
- You want something compact for small bags and train tables: it has a 12.3-inch screen.
- You carry your laptop a lot: it's the lighter of the two at 1.2 kg.
- You're on a lot of video calls: its 5MP webcam is sharper.
Full spec comparison
The Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga leads on performance and ports and wireless; elsewhere the two are closely matched.
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Performance
The Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga is ahead on performance.
It is faster, has more storage and has faster memory, and the Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga | Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-1145G7 | Intel Core i5-8350U |
| Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 620 |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | DDR4-3200 | LPDDR3 |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe NVMe M.2 2242 | — |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Screen
On the screen, it comes down to what you need.
The Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga has the bigger screen (13.3" against 12.3"), while the Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 is more compact. The Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga has a bigger screen, while the Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 is more compact.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga | Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 13.3" | 12.3" |
| Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) | Full HD+ (1920 x 1280) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Panel | IPS | LCD |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | No | — |
| Brightness | 300 nits | 340 nits |
| Colour range | 72% NTSC | — |
| HDR | None | None |
| Finish | Anti-reflective | Anti-reflective |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Pen standard | — | Dell Active Pen (Wacom feel IT) |
Battery and size
The Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 is ahead on battery and weight.
It is a little lighter and is slimmer, and the Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga | Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 10.36 hours | — |
| Battery capacity | 46 Wh | — |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast charging | 80% in 60 minutes | — |
| Weight | 1.44 kg | 1.2 kg |
| Dimensions | 311.5 x 219 x 17.6 mm | 292 x 208.8 x 9.76-10.65 mm |
| Materials | aluminium top, GFRP bottom | — |
| Durability | MIL-STD-810H | — |
| Hinge | 360-degree convertible | detachable tablet with integrated kickstand (opens to 145 degrees) |
| Colours available | Black, Silver | — |
Ports and wireless
The Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has HDMI and USB-A, and the Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga | Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1x HDMI 2.0, 1x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps (charging, Power Delivery 3.0, DisplayPort 1.4), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (charging, Power Delivery, DisplayPort 1.2), 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On), 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo, 1x microSD | 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 |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps | — |
| External displays (max) | 3 | — |
| Card reader | microSD | microSD |
| Ethernet | — | None |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 5 |
Features
The Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 is ahead on extras.
It has a sharper webcam, and the Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga | Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p | 5 MP front (fixed focus) + 8 MP rear (autofocus) |
| Webcam privacy | physical shutter | — |
| Backlit keyboard | — | No |
| Keyboard | 6-row spill-resistant keyboard | — |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Touchpad | Mylar multi-touch touchpad with TrackPoint | — |
| Speakers | 2x 2 W stereo, Dolby Audio Premium | 2 speakers, 2 W RMS per channel |
| Microphones | dual-array | — |
| Pen | Supported (sold separately) | Supported (sold separately) |
| Security | discrete TPM 2.0, Kensington Security Slot, ThinkShutter | TPM 2.0, Dell ControlVault, Noble Wedge lock slot, Contactless smart card reader / NFC |
Software and model
The Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga is ahead on software and updates.
It is newer, and the Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga | Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Model number | — | Dell Latitude 5290 |
| Released | 2020 | 2018 |