Choose ThinkPad E14 if you need:
- Processor Model at Core Ultra 5 (vs Intel Celeron N3060)
- Installed Memory at 16 GB (vs 4 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 512 GB (vs 500 GB)
- Display Size at 14 inch (vs 15.6 inch)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare ThinkPad E14 vs Inspiron 3552
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models ThinkPad E14 and Inspiron 3552 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | ThinkPad E14 | Inspiron 3552 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Lenovo | Dell |
| Product Family | ThinkPad | Dell Inspiron |
| Model | ThinkPad E14 | Inspiron 3552 |
| Model Number | ThinkPad E14 Gen 6 (Intel) | Inspiron 3552 |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2016 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Budget Business | Mainstream |
| Operating System | — | Linux |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core Ultra 5 | Intel Celeron |
| Processor Model | Core Ultra 5 | Intel Celeron N3060 |
| Processor Generation | Intel Core Ultra Series 1 | Braswell |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | Airmont |
| CPU Process Node | — | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | — | 2 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | — | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | — | 2 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | — | 1.6 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | — | 2.48 GHz |
| L2 Cache | — | 2 MB |
| L3 Cache | — | 0 MB |
| Processor Base Power | — | 6 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | — | 6 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | — | Intel Standard Manageability |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | — |
| NPU Model | Intel AI Boost | — |
| NPU Performance | 11 TOPS | — |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| GPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics |
| GPU Architecture | — | Intel Gen8 |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| GPU TGP | — | 6 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | — | 700 MHz |
| Maximum External Displays | 3 displays | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | Up to 8K @ 60Hz via Thunderbolt | 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 4 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 64 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 2400 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | — | 1 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel | Dual-channel capable |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | HDD |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 500 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | SATA III / PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | — |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 2242 | 2.5-inch + optional M.2 |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 2 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 2 slots | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | — | Yes |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | — | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | — | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | UHS-I |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 14 inch | 15.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | — | 1366 x 768 |
| Resolution Class | — | HD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | LED-backlit LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | TN |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | 300 nits | 220 nits |
| Color Depth | — | 8-bit |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Viewing Angle | — | 90° degree |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 90 % | — |
| Flicker-Free | — | Yes |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | — | 720p HD |
| Webcam Frame Rate | — | 30 fps |
| Camera Privacy Shutter | Yes | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Stereo speakers, 2W x2 | 2 speakers |
| Speaker Power | 2 W x 2 W | — |
| Audio Technology | Dolby Atmos, HARMAN | Waves MaxxAudio Pro |
| Microphone Configuration | Dual-microphone array with smart noise-cancelling | Digital microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | 6-row spill-resistant keyboard | Full-size island-style keyboard |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Numeric Keypad | — | Yes |
| Spill-Resistant Keyboard | Yes | — |
| Key Travel | 1.5 mm | — |
| Copilot Key | Yes | — |
| Touchpad Type | 3-button Trackpad | Multi-touch precision touchpad |
| Touchpad Dimensions | 115 x 56 mm | — |
| Touchpad Material | Mylar | — |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | — | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | — | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | — | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | — | 1x1 |
| Wi-Fi Module | — | Dell wireless |
| Bluetooth Version | — | 4.1 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | 1 | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 5 Gbps + USB 10 Gbps | USB 3.x Type-A |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 2 ports | 0 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB 20 Gbps + Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40 Gbps; USB PD; DisplayPort | — |
| USB4 Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| USB4 Speed | 40 Gbps | — |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Version | Thunderbolt 4 | — |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | HDMI 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Output | Yes | — |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 2 x M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 storage slots | 1 M.2 storage slot(s) |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | — | 42 Wh |
| Battery Cells | — | 4 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | — | Lithium-ion |
| Power Adapter | 65 W | 65 W |
| Power Connector | USB-C | Barrel power connector |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| USB Power Delivery Version | USB Power Delivery 3.0 | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 313 mm | 380 mm |
| Depth | 219.3 mm | 260 mm |
| Thickness | — | 23.7 mm |
| Weight | — | 2.2 kg |
| Chassis Material | — | Plastic |
| Lid Material | — | Plastic |
| Base Material | — | Plastic |
| Hinge Opening Angle | — | 135 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | MIL-STD-810H | Not claimed |
| IP Rating | — | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | Discrete TPM 2.0; TCG and FIPS 140-2 certified | TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | Consumer BIOS/UEFI management |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | Yes | BIOS recovery supported |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | — | Not claimed |
| EPEAT | — | Not claimed |
| TCO Certified | TCO Certified 9.0 | Not claimed |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | 25% PCC battery enclosure; 30% PCC speaker enclosure; 90% PCC 65W adapter | Not claimed |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | 5–35 °C | 5 to 35 °C |
| Operating Humidity | 8–95 % RH | 10 to 90 (non-condensing) % RH |
| Storage Temperature | 5–43; packaged transport -20–60 °C | -20 to 60 °C |
| Warranty | — | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | — | Limited hardware warranty; region dependent |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose Inspiron 3552 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Celeron N3060 (vs Core Ultra 5)
- Installed Memory at 4 GB (vs 16 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 500 GB (vs 512 GB)
- Display Size at 15.6 inch (vs 14 inch)
What is the difference between ThinkPad E14 and Inspiron 3552?
ThinkPad E14 and Inspiron 3552 share specifications such as Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit), Processor Manufacturer (Intel), Graphics Type (Integrated).
The main differences: Processor Model (ThinkPad E14: Core Ultra 5, Inspiron 3552: Intel Celeron N3060); Installed Memory (ThinkPad E14: 16 GB, Inspiron 3552: 4 GB); Storage Capacity (ThinkPad E14: 512 GB, Inspiron 3552: 500 GB); Display Size (ThinkPad E14: 14 inch, Inspiron 3552: 15.6 inch).
ThinkPad E14 may suit users who need its differing values, while Inspiron 3552 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.