- Conclusion Get the lowdown
- Features How it compares
- Performance Real world benchmarks
- Differences Technical showdown
- Reviews Word on the street
- Competition Others to consider
- Discussion Answers and opinions
Dell Latitude E6420
- 14"
- Core i5 2.5 GHz Single core
- 4 GB DDR3
- 250 GB HDD
First seen on December, 2011
by LaptopMag (Jun, 2011)The 2-megapixel HD webcam on this notebook functioned very well, providing crisp images in both light and dim environments.
Features Key features of the Dell Latitude E6420
2.5 GHz
Intel Core i5 2520M
by LaptopMag (Jan, 2012)Fortunately, a large black rubber handle on the front of the E6420 makes the machine relatively easy to carry.
screen size
14"
11.6"
15.6"
Latitude E6420 by LaptopMag (Jan, 2012)We were impressed with how well the 654-lux display-well above most notebooks, which average about 200 lux-maintained its brightness and color integrity in direct sunlight.
Latitude E6420 by LaptopMag (Jan, 2012)When we shot photos of our face under fluorescent lighting, images looked clear with sharp detail.
screen resolution
Latitude E6420 by LaptopMag (Apr, 2011)When we played both a 1080p QuickTime Trailer of Cowboys & Aliens and a 720p streaming Flash episode of Fringe, images were crisp and free from visual noise.
Latitude E6420 by Xina143 (Mar, 2013)The primary downside of the system is the screen resolution - 1366x768.
cpu speed
| 0 GHz | 1.6 GHz  | 3 GHz |
Latitude E6420 by LaptopMag (Jan, 2012)The $4,532 base model features a 2.5-GHz Intel Core i5-2520M with 3GB of RAM, a 128GB SSD, and Intel HD 3000 GPU.
Latitude E6420 by LaptopMag (Jan, 2012)The E6420 XFR packs a 2.7-GHz Intel Core i7-2620M CPU with 6GB of RAM, a 128GB SSD, and an Intel HD Graphics 3000 GPU.
processor
Latitude E6420 by LaptopMag (Jun, 2011)Users can also configure the E6420 ATG with a quad-core Intel Core i7-2720QM processor and up to 8GB of RAM.
Latitude E6420 by LaptopMag (Jun, 2011)The Latitude E6420 ATG's 2.7-GHz Intel Core i7-2620M, 4GB of RAM, and 128GB solid state drive helped the notebook turn in impressive performance numbers.
memory
| 0 GB | 4 GB  | 8 GB |
Latitude E6420 by LaptopMag (Jan, 2012)Our $5,612 review unit came equipped with a 2.7-GHz Intel Core i7-2620M CPU, 6GB of RAM, a 128GB SSD, and Intel HD Graphics 3000.
Performance Real world tests of Dell Latitude E6420
3DMark06 CPU
Latitude E6420 by LaptopMag (Apr, 2011)When it comes to graphics, the integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000 chip allowed the Latitude E6420 to play 1080p video smoothly and to achieve a score of 5,060 on 3DMark06, a synthetic benchmark that measures overall graphics prowess.
Latitude E6420 by LaptopMag (Apr, 2011)On PCMark Vantage, a synthetic benchmark that measures overall performance, the E6420 scored a whopping 8,242.
cinebench r10 32Bit
Latitude E6420 by LaptopMag (Jun, 2011)Its 5,926 in the 3DMark06 benchmark test is well above the category average of 3,95.
Latitude E6420 by LaptopMag (Apr, 2011)Click to enlargeWith its second-generation 2.6-GHz Intel Core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM, and 320GB 7,200-rpm hard drive, the Dell Latitude E6420 offers strong performance that's good enough for any business task you throw at it.
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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7,200 RPM -
Unknown -
3.2 GHz (Intel Core i5 2520M) -
2.5 GHz (Intel Core i5 2520M) -
27 mm -
2,070 g -
cons
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DDR3 -
250 GB -
Single core -
can't read a camera or phone memory card -
1366 x 768 -
4 GB -
0.5 MB (Intel Core i5 2520M) -
14" -
1080p video will need to be scaled down to fit on the screen
Reviews Word on the street
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 |   Rated by 7 users at amazon.com Rated 100% by by Alexandru-Bogdan-Georgescu (Dec, 2011)  Rated 100% by by Micah-Duchan (Oct, 2011) Rated 60% by by Jeff (Mar, 2012)  |
Screen
Dell Latitude E6420 14", 2.5 GHz, 4 GB, 250 GB HDD | by LaptopMag (Jun, 2011)When we used the webcam in a cubicle, image quality was excellent.
Dell Latitude E6420 14", 2.5 GHz, 4 GB, 250 GB HDD | by LaptopMag (Apr, 2011)Still, the $1,361 price tag for our configuration is a bit steep-even when you factor in the touchscreen.
Dell Latitude E6420 14", 2.5 GHz, 4 GB, 250 GB HDD | by LaptopMag (Apr, 2011)The generous 3.1 x 1.8-inch touchpad on the Latitude E6420 has a pleasant matte surface that made it easy for us to navigate around the desktop with great accuracy.
Body
Dell Latitude E6420 14", 2.5 GHz, 4 GB, 250 GB HDD | by LaptopMag (Apr, 2011)With the new 14-inch Latitude E6420, Dell has added a strong dose of style and durability to this tried and true formula, using a new Tri-Metal design with a durable magnesium frame that's built to stand up to abuse.
Dell Latitude E6420 14", 2.5 GHz, 4 GB, 250 GB HDD | by LaptopMag (Jun, 2011)Its lid is covered in sharp gray, anodized brushed aluminum that is bordered by a black, textured scratch-resistant hard plastic, which helps make the lid feel exceedingly sturdy.
Dell Latitude E6420 14", 2.5 GHz, 4 GB, 250 GB HDD | by LaptopMag (Apr, 2011)A magnesium alloy internal frame and reinforced steel hinges combine with the matte chrome bumper and protective LCD seal to provide a business-rugged system that's MIL-STD 810G-tested and designed to protect against extreme temperatures, dust, and vibrations.
Cpu
Dell Latitude E6420 14", 2.5 GHz, 4 GB, 250 GB HDD | by LaptopMag (Jan, 2012)Equipped with a Core i7 processor, a bright display, and a long-lasting battery, the E6420 XFR can handle heavy-duty tasks without breaking a sweat.
Dell Latitude E6420 14", 2.5 GHz, 4 GB, 250 GB HDD | by LaptopMag (Apr, 2011)Here's what we'd get: You can easily order the E6420 with a second-gen Core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM, a 320GB hard drive, and a sharper 1600 x 900 display (without touch) for a manageable $1,137.
Dell Latitude E6420 14", 2.5 GHz, 4 GB, 250 GB HDD | by LaptopMag (Jun, 2011)For the aforementioned $1,949, you get a 2.5-GHz Intel Core i5-2520M processor, 2GB of RAM, a 250GB, 5,400-rpm hard drive, a six-cell battery, an integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000 chip, no touchscreen, and Windows 7 Professional 32-bit edition.
Storage
Dell Latitude E6420 14", 2.5 GHz, 4 GB, 250 GB HDD | by LaptopMag (Jan, 2012)Swappable media bay modules allow users to switch out or remove components, such as the DVD burner, while the notebook is up and running.
Dell Latitude E6420 14", 2.5 GHz, 4 GB, 250 GB HDD | by LaptopMag (Jan, 2012)On the left, one door covers a VGA and Serial port, while another shields the hard drive.
Dell Latitude E6420 14", 2.5 GHz, 4 GB, 250 GB HDD | by LaptopMag (Apr, 2011)For that price, you get a 2.1-GHz Core i3 CPU, 2GB of RAM, a 250GB 5,400-rpm hard drive, a six-cell battery, no touchscreen, no webcam, and no keyboard backlight.
Touch
Dell Latitude E6420 14", 2.5 GHz, 4 GB, 250 GB HDD | by LaptopMag (Jun, 2011)Our configuration even includes a touchscreen, which field workers might appreciate.
Dell Latitude E6420 14", 2.5 GHz, 4 GB, 250 GB HDD | by LaptopMag (Jan, 2012)For an additional $500, the display can come equipped with a resistive touch screen.
Dell Latitude E6420 14", 2.5 GHz, 4 GB, 250 GB HDD | by LaptopMag (Apr, 2011)You can also choose between the standard 1366 x 768 screen, a 1600 x 900 version ($79), and a touchscreen 1366 x 768 display ($99).
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | HP EliteBook 8460P 3-way tie: Fast RAM HP EliteBook 8460P vs Dell Latitude E6420 |
 | 2 | Apple MacBook Air 3rd Gen Really fast internal storage Apple MacBook Air 3rd Gen vs Dell Latitude E6420 |
 | 3 | Dell Precision M4600 Fastest processor Precision M4600 vs Latitude E6420 |
 | 4 | Alienware M Series M15x Most CPU cores Alienware M Series M15x vs Dell Latitude E6420 |
 | 5 | Dell Latitude E4310 Has a memory card reader E4310 2.4 GHz, 4 GB, 160 GB HDD vs E6420 14", 2.5 GHz, 4 GB, 250 GB HDD |
 | 8 | HP ProBook 6460b (A7J92UT#ABA) Largest amount of storage capacity HP ProBook 6460b (A7J92UT#ABA) vs Dell Latitude E6420 |
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