DELL
DELL Latitude 5490 14 8GB 256GB i5-8350U 1.7GHz Win10P Black
A 14-inch business laptop with IPS display, quad-core i5 processor, 8GB DDR4 memory, 256GB SSD and Windows 10 Pro
- ColorBlack
- Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
- Number of CoresQuad-core Processor
- CPU L3 Cache6 MB
- Screen Size14.0"
- TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
- 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.
Highlights
- 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
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Model | Latitude 5490 |
| Part Number | 14-DL-5490-39-RB |
| Color | Black |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Pro |
| Number of Cores | Quad-core Processor |
| CPU L3 Cache | 6 MB |
| Screen Size | 14.0" |
| Touchscreen | Non-Touch Screen |
| Display Type | IPS |
| Resolution | 1366 x 768 |
| GPU/VPU | Integrated Graphics |
| Graphic Type | Integrated Card |
| SSD | 256GB |
| Storage Spec | 256 GB SSD Hard Drive |
| Memory | 8GB |
| Memory Slot (Available) | 2 |
| Max Memory Supported | 16 GB |
| Optical Drive Type | No |
| WLAN | 802.11ac Wireless LAN |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| USB | 3 |
| HDMI | 1 x HDMI |
| Audio Ports | Yes |
| Keyboard | Standard |
| Backlit Keyboard | Non-backlit |
| Webcam | Yes |
| Style | Notebook |
| Type | Work / Business |
| Battery | Lithium-Ion |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 9 x 13.1 x 0.8 |
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.
New to this? Buying a laptop with crypto, start to finish — what to check, what it costs to pay, and what is never asked for.
Also in this aisle
People compared these
Same shelf, same checkout — eight coins and a 30-minute rate lock.
