DELL Latitude 7290 12.5" FHD i5-8350U 32GB 512GB laptop

Compact 12.5-inch business laptop

The Dell Latitude 7290 is a 12.5-inch Full HD notebook built for mobile professionals who need a lightweight Windows 11 Pro device. It runs on an 8th Generation Intel Core i5-8350U quad-core processor with a base clock of 1.7 GHz and a turbo boost up to 3.6 GHz. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles everyday visual tasks. The system ships with 32 GB of DDR4 memory in a 16 GB x 2 configuration and a 512 GB PCIe M.2 SSD.

Thermals and power in daily use

The low-power U-series processor is designed for thin chassis, keeping heat and fan noise modest during typical office workloads such as document editing, web browsing and video calls. Integrated graphics share system memory, avoiding the extra heat of a discrete GPU. The 512 GB solid-state drive has no moving parts, contributing to silent operation and lower power draw compared to mechanical drives.

Build integration and expandability

Connectivity includes a pair of USB 3.0 ports and USB Type-C ports with DisplayPort functionality for external monitors, plus a headphone jack and Gigabit Ethernet. Wireless communication uses Intel Dual Band Wireless with Bluetooth 4.1. The non-touch 1920 x 1080 display keeps the lid thin, and the compact footprint suits tight workspaces. Buyers who want more storage or a touchscreen should note this unit has neither.