Laptop review

Dell E5470 – Specifications & Positive Review

Specifications:

Processor

• Intel Core i5-6300U (6th Gen)
• Base Clock Speed: 2.4 GHz, Turbo Boost up to 3.0 GHz
• Dual-Core, 4 Threads
• Intel HD Graphics 520

Memory (RAM)

• 8GB DDR4 RAM (2133MHz)
• Upgradeable up to 32GB (2x SODIMM slots)

Storage

• 256GB SSD (M.2 SATA or NVMe, depending on the model)
• Optional HDD support (2.5" SATA up to 1TB)

Display

• 14-inch HD (1366 x 768) Anti-glare LED (Base Model)
• 14-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080) Anti-glare LED (Higher-end variant)
• Optional Touchscreen on FHD models

Graphics

• Integrated Intel HD Graphics 520
• Optional NVIDIA GeForce 930M (on select models)

Ports & Connectivity

• 3 x USB 3.0 Type-A
• 1 x HDMI
• 1 x VGA
• 1 x Ethernet (RJ-45)
• 1 x SD Card Reader
• 1 x Smart Card Reader (optional)
• 3.5mm Headphone/Microphone combo jack

Battery & Power

• 4-cell (62Wh) or 3-cell (47Wh) battery options
• Up to 8-10 hours of battery life (varies with usage)
• 65W or 90W AC adapter

Operating System

• Windows 10 Pro (Upgradeable to Windows 11, though performance may vary)
• Ubuntu (on some models)

Security Features

• TPM 2.0 Security Chip
• Fingerprint Scanner (Optional)
• Kensington Lock Slot

Weight & Build

• Approx. 1.76 kg (3.9 lbs)
• Magnesium alloy chassis, business-rugged design

Pros & Highlights

✔ Business-Class Durability – Built for long-term reliability
✔ Good Performance – Handles everyday tasks efficiently
✔ Upgradable RAM & Storage – Expand memory up to 32GB
✔ Great Connectivity – USB 3.0, HDMI, and VGA support
✔ Decent Battery Life – Lasts around 8-10 hours depending on use

Cons & Limitations

❌ No USB Type-C – Lacks modern port options