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 Intel UHD Graphics 620)
- Display Size at 14 inch (vs 15.6 inch)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare ThinkPad E480 vs Latitude 5590
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models ThinkPad E480 and Latitude 5590 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | ThinkPad E480 | Latitude 5590 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Lenovo | Dell |
| Product Family | ThinkPad | Dell Latitude |
| Model | ThinkPad E480 | Latitude 5590 |
| Model Number | ThinkPad E480 | Latitude 5590 |
| Launch Year | 2018 year | 2018 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Mainstream | Premium / Ultraportable |
| 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 | Intel |
| GPU Model | AMD Radeon RX 550 | Intel UHD Graphics 620 |
| GPU Architecture | — | Intel Gen9.5 |
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR5 | Shared system memory |
| GPU TGP | — | 15 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | — | 1100 MHz |
| Maximum External Displays | 1 displays | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz via HDMI | 4096 x 2304 @ 60 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB | 32 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 | 256 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 | 1 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 | 15.6 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 | 220 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 |
| Spill-Resistant Keyboard | — | 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 |
| Dedicated Docking Connector | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1x M.2 storage slot | 1 M.2 storage slot(s) |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 45 Wh | 48 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 | 376 mm |
| Depth | 242 mm | 251 mm |
| Thickness | 21.9 mm | 20.6 mm |
| Weight | 1.75 kg | 1.88 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 | Business-platform durability testing; no blanket MIL-STD claim |
| IP Rating | — | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | — | TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | Dell business BIOS/UEFI manageability |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | Dell BIOS recovery and management features |
| 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 Latitude 5590 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i5-8250U (vs Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz)
- GPU Model at Intel UHD Graphics 620 (vs AMD Radeon RX 550)
- Display Size at 15.6 inch (vs 14 inch)
What is the difference between ThinkPad E480 and Latitude 5590?
ThinkPad E480 and Latitude 5590 share specifications such as Installed Memory (8 GB), Storage Capacity (256 GB), Display Resolution (1920 x 1080), Launch Year (2018 year).
The main differences: Processor Model (ThinkPad E480: Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz, Latitude 5590: Intel Core i5-8250U); GPU Model (ThinkPad E480: AMD Radeon RX 550, Latitude 5590: Intel UHD Graphics 620); Display Size (ThinkPad E480: 14 inch, Latitude 5590: 15.6 inch).
ThinkPad E480 may suit users who need its differing values, while Latitude 5590 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.