Choose ThinkPad E14 if you need:
- Processor Model at Core Ultra 5 (vs Intel Core i7-6700HQ)
- Storage Capacity at 512 GB (vs 128 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 7559
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models ThinkPad E14 and Inspiron 7559 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | ThinkPad E14 | Inspiron 7559 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Lenovo | Dell |
| Product Family | ThinkPad | Dell Inspiron |
| Model | ThinkPad E14 | Inspiron 7559 |
| Model Number | ThinkPad E14 Gen 6 (Intel) | Inspiron 7559 |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2016 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Budget Business | Gaming |
| Operating System | — | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core Ultra 5 | Intel Core i7 |
| Processor Model | Core Ultra 5 | Intel Core i7-6700HQ |
| Processor Generation | Intel Core Ultra Series 1 | 6th Gen (Skylake) |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | Skylake-H |
| CPU Process Node | — | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | — | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | — | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | — | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | — | 2.6 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | — | 3.5 GHz |
| L2 Cache | — | 1 MB |
| L3 Cache | — | 6 MB |
| Processor Base Power | — | 45 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | — | 45 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | — | Intel Standard Manageability; Intel vPro not supported |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | — |
| NPU Model | Intel AI Boost | — |
| NPU Performance | 11 TOPS | — |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | — | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M |
| GPU Architecture | — | Maxwell |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 2 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | GDDR5 |
| GPU TGP | — | 50 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | — | 1176 MHz |
| Maximum External Displays | 3 displays | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | Up to 8K @ 60Hz via Thunderbolt | 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 64 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR3L |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 1600 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | — | 2 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | SATA III / PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | — |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 2242 | M.2 + 2.5-inch |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 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 | — | 3840 x 2160 |
| Resolution Class | — | UHD 4K |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | LED-backlit LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Touchscreen | — | Yes |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | 300 nits | 300 nits |
| Color Depth | — | 8-bit |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Glossy |
| Viewing Angle | — | 160° 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 + subwoofer |
| 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-array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | 6-row spill-resistant keyboard | Full-size island-style keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | — | Yes |
| 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 | — | 2x2 |
| Wi-Fi Module | — | Intel dual-band 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 | — | 74 Wh |
| Battery Cells | — | 6 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | — | Lithium-ion |
| Power Adapter | 65 W | 130 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 | 383 mm |
| Depth | 219.3 mm | 265 mm |
| Thickness | — | 25.3 mm |
| Weight | — | 2.72 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 7559 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i7-6700HQ (vs Core Ultra 5)
- Storage Capacity at 128 GB (vs 512 GB)
- Display Size at 15.6 inch (vs 14 inch)
What is the difference between ThinkPad E14 and Inspiron 7559?
ThinkPad E14 and Inspiron 7559 share specifications such as Installed Memory (16 GB), Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit), Processor Manufacturer (Intel).
The main differences: Processor Model (ThinkPad E14: Core Ultra 5, Inspiron 7559: Intel Core i7-6700HQ); Storage Capacity (ThinkPad E14: 512 GB, Inspiron 7559: 128 GB); Display Size (ThinkPad E14: 14 inch, Inspiron 7559: 15.6 inch).
ThinkPad E14 may suit users who need its differing values, while Inspiron 7559 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.