DELL Latitude 7290 12.5" FHD i7-8650U 128GB SSD 8GB DDR4 laptop

Compact business laptop

The Dell Latitude 7290 is a 12.5-inch FHD notebook built around an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8650U quad-core processor running at 1.9 GHz with turbo up to 4.2 GHz. It ships with 8 GB DDR4 memory in a 4 GB x 2 configuration and a 128 GB PCIe M.2 SSD. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles the 1920 x 1080 non-touch display and Windows 11 Pro comes pre-installed.

Stepping up from dual-core or HDD models

Replacing a dual-core ultrabook or a hard-drive machine with this quad-core, 8-thread CPU and PCIe SSD yields noticeable gains in multitasking, boot speed and application load times. The jump is worth it when you regularly run multiple office apps, virtual desktops or browser tabs and need the extra threads and faster storage response. Buyers who want more storage than 128 GB or discrete graphics for creative work should look elsewhere.

Verify ports, memory slots and chassis fit

Confirm your docking station or monitors work with the available USB 3.0 and USB Type-C ports that support DisplayPort output. The 8 GB RAM occupies both SODIMM slots, so any future upgrade requires replacing the existing modules. Wireless uses Bluetooth 4.1 and dual-band Wi-Fi; check compatibility with your existing peripherals. The 12.5-inch form factor uses a compact unibody chassis; ensure your bag or sleeve fits the 2.69 lb footprint.