•  Date Published: 25 Jan 2024
    • Intel Core i5-1335U
    • Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
    • 15.6”, Full HD (1920 x 1080), IPS
    • 512GB SSD
    • 16GB DDR4
    • 1.81 kg (4 lbs)
    5.6
    TOTAL SCORE
    7.1 Portability Very Good
    7.0 Display Very Good
    6.1 For Work Good
    3.3 For Gaming Mediocre

    Specs

    • HDD/SSD
    • 512GB SSD
    • M.2 Slot
    • 1x 2280 / 2230 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4  See photo
    • RAM
    • 16GB DDR4
    • OS
    • Windows 11 Pro
    • Body Material
    • Plastic / Polycarbonate
    • Dimensions
    • 359 x 239.69 x 18.13 - 20.40 mm (14.13" x 9.44" x 0.71")
    • Weight
    • 1.81 kg (4 lbs)
    • Ports and connectivity
    • 2x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), Sleep and Charge
    • 1x USB Type-C
    • 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort
    • HDMI
    • 1.4
    • Card Reader
    • microSD (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
    • Ethernet LAN
    • 10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
    • Wi-Fi
    • 802.11ax
    • Bluetooth
    • 5.3
    • Audio jack
    • 3.5mm Combo Jack
    • Features
    • Fingerprint reader
    • Web camera
    • HD / FHD IR
    • Backlit keyboard
    • Microphone
    • Digital Array Microphones
    • Speakers
    • 2x 2.5W Stereo Speakers
    • Optical drive
    • Security Lock slot
    • Wedge Lock

    Portability

    Dell Latitude 15 3540
    14.13" x 9.44" x 0.71" Dimensions
    1.81 kg (4 lbs) Weight
    Average 15.6-inch laptop
    2.03 kg (4.5 lbs) +12% Weight

    Review

    Dell Latitude 3540 in-depth review

    Nowadays, a lot of the standard devices for home or office usage are based on Intel 12th or 13th Gen hybrid CPUs with efficient and performance cores. These chips aren't power-hungry and their performance is enough for normal work. The Dell Latitude 15 3540 is a device for unpretentious daily or business tasks. The manufacturer offers this machine with a large variety of processor options including Alder Lake and Raptor Lake 15W U-series chips. There is even a Celeron 7305 in the mix which may be a bit underpowered for some users since it has just one P core and four E cores.If the iGPU inside the CPU isn't enough for your needs, you can get the optional NVIDIA GeForce MX550. With it, you can play some Dota 2 or other light games after work or during the lunch break. The presence of a [...]

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    Pros

    • Good cooling
    • Decently high P and E core clocks during full CPU load
    • The fan isn't too noisy
    • 2x SODIMM slots
    • PWM-free (AUO MCX7D-B156HAN (AUO4599))
    • Wide viewing angles (AUO MCX7D-B156HAN (AUO4599))
    • Four USB ports + optional fingerprint reader
    • Good battery life
    • Comfortable keyboard with optional backlight
    • Has a privacy shutter
    • Offers optional IR camera and e-SIM functionality

    Cons

    • Just one M.2 slot
    • Low sRGB coverage and unimpressive color accuracy (AUO MCX7D-B156HAN (AUO4599))
    • The touchpad quality is average at best

    Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

    Step 1: Opening the Dell Latitude 15 3540Ensure the Dell Latitude 15 3540 is powered off and placed on a soft, clean surface to prevent scratches or damage. Remove the 9 captive Phillips-head screws from the bottom of the laptop. Use a thin plastic tool to gently pry the bottom panel off, starting from the sides and then working your way around the front and back.Hint: Begin prying near the top corners to create an initial gap, which will make it easier to lift the panel.Step 2: Removing the BatteryDisconnect the battery by pulling out its connector from the m[...]

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