Dell Latitude 5420
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
What Buyers Say
Dell Latitude 5420
The Dell Latitude 5420 generally receives positive feedback for its good performance, lightweight design, and great value for the price, especially as a refurbished or budget business laptop. Users appreciate the fast processor, ample 32GB RAM option, and sturdy build. However, significant concerns include hardware reliability issues with reports of units failing or not turning on, as well as dependency on an existing internet connection for initial setup. Shipping delays from some vendors also frustrate buyers, though the product itself is often praised as a reliable workhorse.
Pros
- Good performance for the price
- Lightweight design
- Sturdy build quality
- Fast processor
- Ample RAM options (up to 32GB)
Cons
- Hardware reliability issues (units failing or not turning on)
- Requires existing internet connection for initial setup
- Shipping delays from some vendors
- Older model than advertised condition
- Basic screen quality (okay, not great)
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
The MSI Raider GE68HX is praised for its blazing speed, smooth performance, and stunning display, making it ideal for gaming and demanding tasks. Users love the extensive customization options and futuristic design, though they note the fans can get loud under full load and the laptop is quite heavy. Battery life is decent for normal use but drains quickly during high-performance gaming. Overall, the pros far outweigh the cons for most reviewers.
Pros
- Blazing fast performance
- Smooth gaming experience
- Stunning display quality
- Extensive customization options
- Futuristic design
Cons
- Loud fans under full load
- Heavy and bulky design
- Battery drains quickly during gaming
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Latitude 5420 | MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i5 1145G | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 4 | 24★ |
| Frequency | 2.6 GHz★ | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 36 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated★ | discrete |
| VRAM | — | 8 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | Shared | GDDR6★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR4 | DDR5★ |
| Storage 1 | 256 GB | 2 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14" | 16" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 3840 px★ |
| Panel | TN | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 220 nits★ | — |
| Color Gamut | 45% NTSC | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.0 | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | 1 x RJ-45 | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.27 kg★ | 2.75 kg |
| Battery | 42 Wh | 100 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Dell Latitude 5420
- Strong social proof (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong port selection (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average screen (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average storage (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average cpu (22nd percentile)
- Below average reliability (33rd percentile)
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
- Strong port selection (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong screen (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong storage (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong cpu (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average portability (9th percentile)9th %ile
Pricing
Dell Latitude 5420 offers 7.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 76 overall, wins 7 of 8 usage categories and 19 of 30 specs.
