Choose ThinkPad E480 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz (vs Intel Core i5-8250U)
- GPU Model at AMD Radeon RX 550 (vs AMD Radeon 530)
- Storage Capacity at 256 GB (vs 128 GB)
- Display Size at 14 inch (vs 17.3 inch)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare ThinkPad E480 vs Inspiron 5770
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models ThinkPad E480 and Inspiron 5770 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | ThinkPad E480 | Inspiron 5770 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Lenovo | Dell |
| Product Family | ThinkPad | Dell Inspiron |
| Model | ThinkPad E480 | Inspiron 5770 |
| Model Number | ThinkPad E480 | Inspiron 5770 |
| Launch Year | 2018 year | 2018 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Mainstream | Mainstream |
| Operating System | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core i5 | Intel Core i5 |
| Processor Model | Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz | Intel Core i5-8250U |
| Processor Generation | 8th Gen | 8th Gen (Kaby Lake R) |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | Kaby Lake R |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 4 cores | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 8 threads | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 1.6 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
| L2 Cache | — | 1 MB |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB | 6 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 15 W | 15 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | — | 25 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | — | Intel Standard Manageability; Intel vPro eligible only in supported business configurations |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | AMD | AMD |
| GPU Model | AMD Radeon RX 550 | AMD Radeon 530 |
| GPU Architecture | — | GCN 3rd Gen |
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 4 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| GPU TGP | — | 25 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | — | 1024 MHz |
| Maximum External Displays | 1 displays | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz via HDMI | 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | 2400 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 | Dual-channel capable |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | SATA III / PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | — |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 2280 + 2.5-inch | M.2 + 2.5-inch |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 2 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | Yes | Yes |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | microSD | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | UHS-I |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 14 inch | 17.3 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | LED-backlit LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | — | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | 250 nits | 300 nits |
| Color Depth | — | 8-bit |
| Contrast Ratio | 400:1 | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Viewing Angle | — | 160° degree |
| Flicker-Free | — | Yes |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 720p | 720p HD |
| Webcam Frame Rate | — | 30 fps |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 x speakers | 2 speakers |
| Speaker Power | 2 x 1.5 W | — |
| Audio Technology | Dolby Advanced Audio | Waves MaxxAudio Pro |
| Microphone Configuration | Dual-array microphone | Digital-array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Spill-resistant 6-row keyboard | Full-size island-style keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | — | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Numeric Keypad | — | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | ThinkPad Mylar touchpad | Multi-touch precision touchpad |
| Touchpad Material | Mylar | — |
| Pointing Stick | Yes | — |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ac | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | Dual-band | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | — | 2x2 |
| Wi-Fi Module | — | Intel dual-band wireless |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 4.2 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | 1 GbE | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 3 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1; 1x USB 2.0 | USB 3.x Type-A |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | 1x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 / Power Delivery / DisplayPort | USB 3.x Type-C; DisplayPort Alt Mode where supported |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | 1.4b | HDMI 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Output | DisplayPort via USB-C | USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode |
| 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 | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1x M.2 storage slot | 1 M.2 storage slot(s) |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 45 Wh | 42 Wh |
| Battery Cells | — | 3 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-polymer | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Life | 13.51 hours | — |
| Battery Life Test Method | MobileMark 2014 | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes | — |
| Fast Charge Level | 80 % | — |
| Fast Charge Time | 60 min | — |
| Power Adapter | 65 W | 65 W |
| Power Connector | USB-C | Barrel power connector |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 329 mm | 415.4 mm |
| Depth | 242 mm | 279.2 mm |
| Thickness | 21.9 mm | 25 mm |
| Weight | 1.75 kg | 2.8 kg |
| Chassis Material | PC/ABS | Plastic |
| Lid Material | PC/ABS | Plastic |
| Base Material | PC/ABS | Plastic |
| Hinge Opening Angle | — | 135 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | MIL-STD-810G tested | Not claimed |
| IP Rating | — | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | — | 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 | — | BIOS recovery supported |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR 8.0 | Not claimed |
| EPEAT | Gold | Not claimed |
| TCO Certified | TCO Certified | Not claimed |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | — | Not claimed |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 5 to 35 °C |
| Operating Humidity | — | 10 to 90 (non-condensing) % RH |
| Storage Temperature | — | -20 to 60 °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Mail-in or depot limited warranty | Limited hardware warranty; region dependent |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose Inspiron 5770 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i5-8250U (vs Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz)
- GPU Model at AMD Radeon 530 (vs AMD Radeon RX 550)
- Storage Capacity at 128 GB (vs 256 GB)
- Display Size at 17.3 inch (vs 14 inch)
What is the difference between ThinkPad E480 and Inspiron 5770?
ThinkPad E480 and Inspiron 5770 share specifications such as Installed Memory (8 GB), Display Resolution (1920 x 1080), Launch Year (2018 year), Form Factor (Clamshell).
The main differences: Processor Model (ThinkPad E480: Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz, Inspiron 5770: Intel Core i5-8250U); GPU Model (ThinkPad E480: AMD Radeon RX 550, Inspiron 5770: AMD Radeon 530); Storage Capacity (ThinkPad E480: 256 GB, Inspiron 5770: 128 GB); Display Size (ThinkPad E480: 14 inch, Inspiron 5770: 17.3 inch).
ThinkPad E480 may suit users who need its differing values, while Inspiron 5770 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.