DELL
DELL Latitude E5430 14.1" laptop i7-3740QM 8GB 128GB SSD
A 14.1-inch business laptop with a quad-core i7-3740QM processor, 8 GB DDR3 memory and a 128 GB SATA SSD running Windows 10 Pro
- ColorSilver
- Other FeaturesTMP Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
- Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
- CPU TypeIntel Core i7 3rd Gen
- Processor NameIntel Core i7-3740QM
- Number of CoresQuad-core Processor
- Quad-core i7-3740QM handles demanding workloads
- 128 GB SATA SSD speeds up boot and file access
- 8 GB DDR3 memory supports smooth multitasking
- 1 inch HD LED display with 1366 x 768 resolution
- Windows 10 Pro 64-bit pre-installed with TPM security chip
DELL Latitude E5430 business laptop
The Dell Latitude E5430 is a 14.1 inch business laptop built around an Intel Core i7-3740QM quad-core processor running at 2.70 GHz. It comes with 8 GB of DDR3 memory and a 128 GB 2.5 inch SATA solid-state drive. Windows 10 Professional 64-bit is pre-installed with a Certificate of Authenticity. A DVD-RW drive, HDMI output, VGA port, webcam and Trusted Platform Module security chip complete the package.
Who this suits and who should look elsewhere
This laptop suits professionals who need a durable, portable machine for office applications, email and web browsing on Windows 10 Pro. The integrated graphics and HD 1366 x 768 display limit its usefulness for gaming, video editing or colour-critical design work. Buyers who require a touchscreen, a higher-resolution panel, discrete graphics or more than 128 GB of internal storage should consider a different system.
The specification that decides fit
The 128 GB 2.5 inch SATA SSD is the single specification that determines whether this unit meets your storage needs; it offers solid-state speed but limited capacity for large media libraries or multiple virtual machines.
Highlights
- Quad-core i7-3740QM handles demanding workloads
- 128 GB SATA SSD speeds up boot and file access
- 8 GB DDR3 memory supports smooth multitasking
- 1 inch HD LED display with 1366 x 768 resolution
- Windows 10 Pro 64-bit pre-installed with TPM security chip
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Series | Latitude |
| Model | Dell |
| Part Number | E5430 |
| Color | Silver |
| Other Features | TMP Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Pro |
| CPU Type | Intel Core i7 3rd Gen |
| Processor Name | Intel Core i7-3740QM |
| Number of Cores | Quad-core Processor |
| Screen Size | 14.1" |
| Touchscreen | Non-Touch Screen |
| Display Type | HD |
| Resolution | 1366 x 768 |
| Display Features | LED backlight |
| Graphic Type | Integrated Card |
| SSD | 128GB |
| HDD | No |
| Storage Spec | 2.5" SATA 128 GB Solid State Drive (SSD) |
| Memory | 8GB |
| Memory Speed | DDR3 |
| Memory Spec | 4 GB x 2 |
| Memory Slot (Total) | 2 |
| Memory Slot (Available) | 0 |
| Max Memory Supported | 16 GB |
| Optical Drive Type | DVD/CD or RW Combo |
| LAN | Gigabit Ethernet |
| WLAN | 802.11b/g/n |
| USB | 1 x USB 2.0, 1 x USB 3.0/eSATA, and 1 x USB 3.0 |
| Video Port | 1 x VGA, 1 x HDMI |
| HDMI | 1 x HDMI |
| Docking Connector | 1 |
| Audio Ports | 1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack |
| Audio | Integrated Sound card |
| Speaker | Internal Speakers |
| Touchpad | Yes |
| Keyboard | Standard |
| Webcam | Yes |
| Style | Standard |
| Type | Everyday Value |
| Usage | Business/Consumer |
| AC Adapter/Charger | 90 Watt Ac Adapter |
| Battery | 6-cell Lithium Ion |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 13.8 x 9.4 1.3 in ( W x D x H) |
| Weight | 6 - 6.9 lbs. |
Questions about this item
How do I install a replacement 2.5" SATA SSD in this Latitude E5430, and what step do people often miss?
Remove the bottom access panel, swap the 2.5" SATA drive, then reinstall Windows 10 Pro 64-bit from recovery media; the step often missed is re-enabling the TPM security chip in BIOS after the swap.
Which components will need replacement first during the life of this E5430?
The internal battery and the DVD±RW optical drive are the parts most likely to require replacement as they wear out with charge cycles and mechanical use.
What thermal limit appears first when the i7-3740QM runs sustained loads in this chassis?
The quad-core 2.70 GHz CPU hits its thermal ceiling under prolonged heavy work, causing the firmware to throttle clock speeds to protect the silicon.
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