Dell Latitude 14" 5420 Gray 2021
Dell
53 Overall Score
vs
Microsoft Surface Laptop 15" 7th Edition Black 2024
Microsoft
75 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Dell Latitude 14" 5420 Gray 2021
82 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews
Despite one DOA unit and a mixed experience with cosmetic condition and pre-installed corporate software, the overwhelming majority of buyers found this refurbished laptop to be excellent value. Users praise its speed, pristine appearance, and hassle-free setup, with several noting the seller's responsive customer service when issues arose.
Pros
- Fast processor performance
- Excellent cosmetic condition (immaculate)
- Easy setup and configuration
- Good value for money
- Responsive seller customer service
Cons
- Occasional DOA units
- Blemishes despite 'like new' rating
- Pre-installed corporate software issues
- No full Dell account wipe by refurbisher
Performance speed 3
Cosmetic condition 4
Reliability defects 2
Software preinstallation 1
Customer service 2
Value for money 3
Microsoft Surface Laptop 15" 7th Edition Black 2024
85 out of 100 low confidence 5 reviews
Users are very satisfied with the Surface Laptop, praising its build quality, smooth trackpad, excellent screen brightness, and long battery life. One reviewer noted a printer connectivity issue, but overall sentiment is highly positive. The magnetic charging port is also appreciated for its durability.
Pros
- Excellent screen brightness
- Smooth trackpad
- Great battery life
- Well-constructed build
- Magnetic charging port
Cons
- Printer connectivity issue
Build quality 3
Trackpad 2
Screen brightness 1
Battery life 1
Charging port 1
Printer connectivity 1
Scores
Student
Developer
Business
Entertainment
Compact
Creator
Ai Llm
Gaming
Specifications
| Dell Latitude 14" 5420 | Microsoft Surface Laptop 15" 7th Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Intel Core i7 1185G★ | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-84-100 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 4 | 12★ |
| Frequency | 3.0 GHz | 3.4 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB★ | 6 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel Iris Xe Graphics★ | Qualcomm Adreno |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR4 | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage 1 | 512 GB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14" | 15" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 2496 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 220 nits | 600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 100% sRGB | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | USB4 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.0 | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | RJ-45 | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.37 kg★ | 1.66 kg |
| Battery | 63 Wh | 66 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Dell Latitude 14" 5420 Gray 2021
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong portability (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong port selection (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (67th percentile)
- Below average cpu (25th percentile)
- Below average ram (26th percentile)
- Below average reliability (33rd percentile)
Microsoft Surface Laptop 15" 7th Edition Black 2024
- Strong cpu (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong screen (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong ram (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average gpu (28th percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Laptop 15" 7th Edition
Scores 75 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 12 of 29 specs.