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DELL

DELL Latitude 5490 14 8GB 256GB i5-8350U 1.7GHz Win10P Black

SKU CH-CVWM-JBRW3

A 14-inch business laptop with IPS display, quad-core i5 processor, 8GB DDR4 memory, 256GB SSD and Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • Graphics processorIntegrated Graphics
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • CPU coresQuad-core Processor
  • Display resolution1366 × 768
  • 14-inch IPS display for clear viewing angles
  • Quad-core Intel i5-8350U processor with 6MB cache for responsive performance
  • 8GB DDR4 memory handles everyday business tasks
  • 256GB SSD provides fast boot and file access
  • Windows 10 Pro pre-installed for professional features

Business laptop for mobile professionals

The Dell Latitude 5490 is a 14-inch business laptop built around an Intel Core i5-8350U quad-core processor running at 1.7GHz with 6MB cache. It ships with 8GB of DDR4 memory and a 256GB solid-state drive. The 14.0-inch IPS panel delivers a 1366 x 768 resolution without touch input. Windows 10 Pro comes pre-installed for immediate deployment.

Thermals noise and power in daily use

Integrated Intel UHD Graphics handles visual output without a discrete GPU, keeping heat and fan noise low during typical office workloads. The 802.11ac wireless LAN provides stable connectivity for cloud apps and video calls. Battery life reaches up to 8 hours on a single charge, supporting a full workday away from a desk. The compact chassis dissipates warmth evenly across the keyboard deck and base.

Upgrade path from older ultraportables

This unit replaces ageing 13-inch or 14-inch notebooks that still rely on spinning hard drives or dual-core processors. The jump to a quad-core CPU and SSD storage cuts application launch times and improves multitasking responsiveness. Buyers who need more than 16GB of RAM or a higher-resolution display should consider other models. The two available memory slots allow a future upgrade to the 16GB maximum.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Standard Laptops & Notebooks, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $228.99
Cheaper than about 91% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Lower than about 60% of the 32,085 comparable items (median 15.2 in).
Memory size 8 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 16 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Model nameLatitude 5490
Part number14-DL-5490-39-RB
Product colorBlack
Design styleNotebook
Product typeWork / Business
Processor
CPU coresQuad-core Processor
L3 cache size6 MB
Memory
Memory size8 GB
Free memory slots2
Maximum supported memory16 GB
Storage
SSD storage256 GB
Storage configuration256 GB SSD Hard Drive
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Display resolution1366 × 768
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatIPS
Graphics
Graphics processorIntegrated Graphics
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Wi-Fi802.11ac Wireless LAN
Bluetooth supportYes
Ports & slots
USB ports3
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Audio jacksYes
Power
Battery packLithium-Ion
Size & build
Overall dimensions9 × 13.1 × 0.8
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
More details
KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightNon-backlit

Questions about this item

How do I install the 256GB SSD in the Latitude 5490, and what step do people often miss?

The 256GB SSD mounts in the internal M.2 slot; the step often missed is enabling the drive in BIOS before Windows 10 Pro setup begins.

What maintenance will the 8GB DDR4 memory need later?

The 8GB DDR4 is soldered on one slot with one slot free; no maintenance is required, but you can add a second module up to the 16GB maximum.

What limit appears first on the Core i5-8350U during sustained workloads?

The 1.7GHz base clock and 6MB cache hit thermal throttling before the 802.11ac wireless or 1366 x 768 IPS display become bottlenecks.

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