Dell Inspiron 14 5440: Lightweight laptop for new students, upgraded Core 7 150U

Dell Inspiron 14 5440 has a good balance between design, performance and portability. With a price of less than 25 million VND, the machine is a reasonable choice for students and office workers.

Although it doesn't have a discrete graphics card, the Inspiron 14 still meets the needs of studying, working and light gaming, becoming a laptop worth considering in the mid-range segment.

Dell Inspiron 14 5440 Specifications

Processor

CPU technology: Intel Core 7 Raptor Lake - 150U

Multiplier: 10

Number of threads: 12

CPU Speed: 1.80 GHz (Up to 5.40 GHz under heavy load)

Graphics (GPU)

Video card: Integrated card - Intel Graphics

RAM, Hard Drive

RAM: 16 GB

RAM Type: DDR5 (1 slot 8 GB + 1 slot 8 GB)

RAM Bus Speed: 5200 MHz

Maximum RAM supported: 24 GB

Hard drive: 1TB SSD M.2 PCIe

Screen

Screen size: 14"

Resolution: Full HD+

Scanning frequency: 60Hz

Screen technology: Anti-glare, 250 nits, WVA

Connectivity & Expansion Features

Ports: 2 x USB 3.2, HDMI, 1 x Headphone/microphone combo, 1 x USB Type-C 3.2 (supports Power Delivery and DisplayPort)

Wireless connectivity: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3

Memory card reader: SD

Webcam: HD webcam

Keyboard light: Monochrome - White

Security: Fingerprint security

Sound technology: Waves MaxxAudio Pro, Dolby Atmos

Heatsink: Not announced by the company

Size - Weight - Battery

Battery Information: 4-cell, 54Wh

Operating System: Windows 11 Home SL + Office Home & Student 2021 Forever

Release date: 2024

Dimensions: Length 314 mm - Width 226.15 mm - Thickness 18.9 mm - 1.56 kg

Material: Plastic shell

Compact design, easy to move

Dell Inspiron 14 5440 still retains the characteristics of the Inspiron line with a plastic shell covered with imitation metal paint, giving a sturdy but minimalist feel.

The device is less than 18 mm thick and weighs only 1.67 kg, suitable for students or office workers who often have to carry it with them. The sturdy hinge helps keep the screen stable, but users need to use two hands to open the lid more conveniently.

Keyboard, touchpad and ports

The chiclet keyboard has good bounce, soft typing, integrated backlight for comfortable use even in low light conditions. The touchpad is spacious, responsive and supports multi-touch gestures well.

The device also has full connection ports including USB-A, HDMI, SD card slot and USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 standard supporting fast Power Delivery charging and image output.

Screen, speakers and webcam

Inspiron 14 5440 is equipped with a 14-inch Full HD IPS screen, providing wide viewing angles and stable display quality. Although the color coverage is only average, it is still enough to meet basic learning, working and entertainment needs.

The speaker has a moderate volume, enough for listening to music, watching movies and making online calls. The 1080p FHD webcam is a plus, providing clear images when studying online or meeting online.

Performance from Intel Core 7 150U

Dell Inspiron 14 5440 is equipped with Intel Core 7 150U processor with 10 cores 12 threads, maximum speed 5.4GHz. The machine has 16GB DDR5 RAM and 512GB NVMe SSD, support upgrade to 1TB.

In tests, the CPU scored high on Cinebench and Geekbench, demonstrating its ability to handle office tasks, learning, and multitasking well.

The integrated Intel UHD Graphics GPU is powerful enough to smoothly play light eSport games like Valorant and League of Legends at FPS above 100.

Real-world experience and battery

During use, Dell Inspiron 14 5440 provides a smooth experience when working or entertaining. Battery life is about 4 hours for mixed tasks, enough for a basic working session.

Thanks to fast charging support via USB-C, users can flexibly carry a compact and convenient charger on the go.