Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) 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.
- Ports Dell Latitude 5410 wins
Only the Dell Latitude 5410 has USB-A.
- Upgrades Dell Latitude 5410 wins
The Dell Latitude 5410's memory can be upgraded later; the Lenovo ThinkPad T14's is fixed.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 if…
- You have fast broadband: its Wi-Fi 6 gets more out of a modern router.
- You mostly browse, stream and write: its Intel Core i5-10310U copes well with everyday tasks.
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: it has 16 GB of memory.
Choose the Dell Latitude 5410 if…
- You like to tap, scroll and sign things on screen: it has a touchscreen.
- You plug things in: it has USB-A (for older USB accessories).
- You might want more memory later: you can add it yourself.
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 5410 is ahead on performance.
It can be upgraded, and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) | Dell Latitude 5410 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-10310U | Intel Core i5-10310U |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | DDR4-2666 | DDR4-2667 |
| Maximum memory | 48 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Partly upgradeable | Upgradeable (slots) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280 | PCIe Gen 3 x4 NVMe M.2 2230/2280 |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Screen
The Dell Latitude 5410 is ahead on the screen.
It has a touchscreen, and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) | Dell Latitude 5410 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 14" |
| Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) | Full HD (1920 x 1080) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Panel | IPS | LCD |
| Refresh rate | — | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 250 nits | — |
| Colour range | 45% NTSC | — |
| HDR | None | — |
| Finish | Matte | Glossy |
| Touchscreen | No | Yes |
Battery and size
Both are much the same on battery and weight.
Neither will be noticeably easier to carry or last noticeably longer away from a plug.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) | Dell Latitude 5410 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 16.5 hours | — |
| Battery capacity | 50 Wh | — |
| Charges via | USB-C | 7.4 mm barrel; USB-C (Power Delivery 3.0) |
| Fast charging | 80% in 1 hour | — |
| Weight | 1.55 kg | 1.48 kg |
| Dimensions | 329 x 227 x 17.9 mm | 323.05 x 216 x 20.26-21.18 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
Each laptop has its strengths on ports and wireless.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has Wi-Fi 6, while the Dell Latitude 5410 has USB-A.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) | Dell Latitude 5410 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 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 | 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 |
| 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 5 |
| 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 | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) | Dell Latitude 5410 |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p | 720p |
| Webcam privacy | ThinkShutter physical camera cover | physical shutter |
| Backlit keyboard | — | Yes |
| Keyboard | 6-row, spill-resistant, multimedia Fn keys with Unified Communications controls | UK 82-key QWERTY, 19.05 mm key pitch, backlit option, TrackPoint |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Touchpad | TrackPoint pointing device plus Mylar-surface multi-touch touchpad | 101.70 x 55.20 mm |
| Speakers | Stereo, 2 W x2, Dolby Audio | 2x 2 W (2.5 W peak), Waves MaxxAudio Pro |
| Microphones | — | dual array microphones |
| Pen | No | No |
| Security | TPM 2.0, Kensington Security Slot | TPM 2.0 (integrated), Wedge-shaped security-cable slot |
Software and model
Both run Windows.
So the same apps work on both, and they get the same kind of updates.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) | Dell Latitude 5410 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Model number | ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 | — |
| Released | 2020 | 2020 |