Dell Latitude 3540 (2023) 15.6″ Business Laptop

Specifications

Here are the specs of the Dell Latitude 3540 with descriptions of its features. For comparison against other laptops, you can use the "Compare Specs" button.

Brand	Dell Dell is among the world's top 3 laptop makers by the number of sold units, together with HP and Lenovo. The USA-based notebook PC manufacturer offers the full range of laptops, including the Inspiron consumer-oriented line, XPS premium-class line, Latitude business laptops, and G-series gaming notebooks. Dell also makes the Alienware high-end gaming laptops.
Laptop Type	Standard non-convertible laptop This laptop features a clamshell-only design, without the ability to convert into a tablet. Business laptop Business-class laptops usually have more advanced security and system manageability features and improved ruggedness than consumer laptops.
Performance	Mid-range performance The mid-range performance of this laptop allows you to easily complete your daily home and office computing tasks. It additionally has some potential for heavier duties like professional photo and video editing. However, if you regularly perform these tasks, a high-performance laptop is recommended. More information about the laptop's performance can be found in the CPU, GPU, RAM, and Storage sections below.
Screen Size	15.6-inch This is by far the most popular laptop screen size. It provides a lot of screen real estate while avoiding the bulkiness of 17.3" laptops."
Screen Resolution	1366x768 pixels HD This is an entry-level screen resolution, oftentimes found on budget laptops. It doesn't deliver picture sharpness and space on the screen like the Full HD or higher resolution laptop displays do. 1920x1080 pixels Full HD Full HD (FHD) is the most common laptop screen resolution today. It provides a good image sharpness and a decent amount of space on the display for the user interface and programs. However, it isn't as good as the top-tier 4K Ultra HD. On the positive side, FHD tends to consume less power than 4K.
Touchscreen	Finger multi-touch input (optional) The device optionally comes with touchscreen capability.
Other Display Specs	IPS type Displays based on IPS technology provide much wider viewing angles than the budget-class TN screens. TN type Displays based on the old TN technology lack wide viewing angles you can find on IPS screens. The colors may look washed out or inverted at certain viewing angles. Anti-glare coating Anti-glare coating reduces ambient light reflections, as opposed to the glare-type displays with more vivid colors.
About Laptop Display	It depends on the laptop configuration what screen resolution among the mentioned above is included. It depends on the configuration whether the display is IPS or TN. Learn about laptop PC displays here.
Processor (CPU)	Intel Core i3-1315U 13th Gen The Core i3-1315U is a lower-mid-range laptop CPU, with performance that easily meets everyday home and office computing needs. If you plan to do heavier tasks like video editing, recommended are more robust processors like the Core i5 and i7 series chips, preferably from the high-performance H or P series. Intel Core i5-1335U 13th Gen The i5-1335U is a typical mid-range processor, very commonly used in various mainstream laptop models. The CPU is excellent for the usual day-to-day home and office duties. It also delivers a decent speed for heavier tasks like videography. But, if you mainly do heavy computing, a high-performance Core H or P series processor is a better choice than the U series. Intel Core i5-1345U 13th Gen The Core i5-1345U is a mid-range laptop processor. It's similar to the i5-1335U, but adds Intel's vPro Enterprise business-class system manageability and security features. The CPU is excellent for the usual day-to-day home and business tasks and decent for heavier tasks like videography. But, if you mainly do heavy computing, a high-performance Core H or P series processor is a better choice than the U series. Intel Core i7-1355U 13th Gen The i7-1355U is one of the fastest laptop processors from the mainstream Intel Core U series. But, it isn’t as fast as its high-performance Core H and P series i7 counterparts. On the positive side, the i7-1355U and other U series CPUs have lower power consumption than them, while delivering excellent performance for most tasks, including the heavier ones like multimedia creation.
About Processors	The laptop's processor (CPU) is the main chip of the system and a very important computing performance factor. The multiple CPUs listed above mean you have multiple CPU options at the time of the laptop purchase. Click on the CPU name to learn more about it.
Graphics (GPU)	Intel Iris Xe graphics The Iris Xe graphics of the 11th, 12th and 13th Gen Intel Core processors delivers an improved, yet still basic, 3D gaming performance over the widely used Intel UHD. But, it greatly lags behind the gaming-class GPUs like the Nvidia GeForce GTX / RTX series found in gaming-class laptops. Overall, the Iris Xe is suitable only for light gaming. Intel UHD Graphics of 13th Gen Core i3 processors The 13th Gen Core i3 processors come with built-in Intel UHD graphics. It is a very basic graphics processing unit, suitable only for the lightest PC games. The Intel UHD GPU is weaker than the popular Iris Xe, found in the 13 Gen Core i5 and i7 CPUs. Nvidia GeForce MX550 2GB video card The Nvidia GeForce MX550 2GB is an entry-level dedicated video card. It's good for light-to-medium graphics intensive gaming. The MX550 can't provide graphics and gaming performance of the video cards like the GeForce RTX or GTX series you can find in gaming-class laptops. But, it's certainly better than the common Intel and AMD non-dedicated graphics processors built into the main processors.
About Graphics Processors	Graphics processor (GPU) is the main factor for 3D gaming performance. It also affects performance of other graphics intensive tasks like some image and video editing operations. The list above with multiple GPUs means you have multiple GPU choices at the time of the purchase. It depends on the selected main processor what integrated graphics processor you get. Integrated graphics built into the main CPU is present on all laptops, including those with optional dedicated video cards. Click on the GPU name to lean more about it.
System Memory (RAM) Size	8GB RAM The 8GB RAM size is the standard one in 2023. It provides comfortable multi-tasking for the most home and office users. Keep in mind that 8GB may be not enough for some demanding programs and many newer games. 16GB RAM 16GB and greater RAM sizes are recommended for heavy multitasking, gaming, and specialized programs that require a lot of RAM. 32GB RAM 32GB is recommended for extremely heavy multi-tasking and special applications. For most users, everything above 16GB is an overkill.
About RAM	System memory (RAM) size determines multi-tasking capability of a laptop - how many tasks and programs you can run at the same time. Some programs and games may require large RAM to run properly. The multiple options above mean there are multiple laptop configurations with different RAM choices. Learn about RAM of laptop PCs here.
Data Storage	256GB SSD 256GB is a decent capacity. If you tend to download and store a lot of large files like movies and install many programs, 512GB or more is a better choice. 512GB SSD 512GB or larger storage capacity is recommended if you store a lot of large files and install many programs. 1000GB (1TB) SSD 1TB is an excellent storage capacity. The sizes above 512GB, including 1TB, are recommended for those who store a lot of large files.
About Data Storage	Storage capacity determines how much data you can store locally on your laptop. SSD storage is much faster than HDD storage. The multiple storage options above mean there are multiple laptop configurations with different storage choices. Learn about laptop PC data storage here.
Keyboard & Input	Keyboard with dedicated number pad There's a separate numeric pad located on the right side of the keyboard. Keyboard backlight (optional) Keyboard backlight makes typing in dark environments easier. On this laptop model, keyboard backlight is an optional feature. Touchpad with click buttons built into the surface The left and right click buttons are built into the surface of the touchpad, as opposed to separate physical buttons.
Speakers & Audio	Stereo speakers As usual, the device features a pair of built-in stereo speakers. Combo microphone and headphones audio jack This laptop has a standard 3.5mm combo audio jack that supports both headphone output and microphone input simultaneously.
Camera	Front-facing web camera Laptops usually feature a frontal webcam located on the display bezel. This laptop is no exception. HD 720p resolution This is the most common web camera resolution in laptops. However, it's low in comparison to camera resolutions of modern smartphones, so it can't produce as sharp picture. Full HD 1080p resolution This is a high laptop web camera resolution in comparison to the common 720p. But, 1080p is low in comparison to resolutions of modern smartphone front cameras. Face-recognition camera (optional) The dedicated infra-red face recognition cameras in laptops are used for Windows Hello log-ins, without password typing. The feature is optional on this laptop.
Wireless & Networking	Wi-Fi 6 802.11AX wireless The 802.11AX is currently the most used Wi-Fi wireless networking standard in laptops. It’s also known as Wi-Fi 6. When connected to 802.11AX-compatible routers, the 802.11AX modules in laptops bring improvements over the older standards in terms of data transfer speeds and multi-device connectivity. In some of the latest 2024 laptops, 802.11AX is being replaced by 802.11BE. Ethernet LAN port The laptop has an Ethernet LAN port for wired internet and networking connectivity. 4G LTE connectivity (optional) This laptop optionally comes with support for 4G LTE mobile broadband connectivity. Bluetooth This laptop has a built-in Bluetooth module. It enables you to wirelessly connect the computer to Bluetooth peripherals like Bluetooth mice and keyboards, as well as to smartphones, and other compatible devices.
USB Ports	1 x USB-C A compact type of USB port, commonly found in modern laptops and phones. 3 x USB Type A Three full-size USB ports.
Video Output Ports	1 x HDMI HDMI is a widely used digital video output port. You can find corresponding HDMI input ports on most computer monitors and TVs. Video out via USB-C The laptop can deliver digital video output via USB-C.
Media Card Reader	None The laptop has no SD card slots. For reading from and writing to SD and microSD memory cards, you'll have to use a separately sold memory card reader via a USB cable.
Other Features	Fingerprint reader (optional) This laptop optionally comes with a built-in fingerprint reader. It improves security and enables easier system log-ins. Intel vPro (optional) Intel vPro technology is used for remote system management, improved security, and other business-centric tasks. On this laptop model, vPro is optional. On laptops with newer Intel Core processors, the full Intel vPro feature set is called vPro Enterprise, as opposed to basic vPro Essentials.
Battery	42 WHr capacity 54 WHr capacity
About Battery	The battery capacity of the typical mid-tier laptop ranges from 40 to 50 WHr. Capacities above 50 WHr are considered to be excellent. The laptop comes with one of the two battery capacity options. The battery life varies depending on usage, settings, and other factors.
Weight	4 pounds
Height	0.8"
Width	14.1"
Depth	9.4"
Casing Color	Gray
Windows Version	Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home is aimed at regular home and office computer users. Only select business users need the Professional edition. Users can upgrade from Windows Home to the Pro version at an additional cost anytime. Windows 11 Professional The Windows 11 Pro version adds some business-specific features, such as advanced security and management, in comparison to the standard Windows 11 Home.
Warranty	1-year A typical laptop warranty.
Year of Release	2023
Country / Region	Worldwide The listed specs are general / worldwide specs of the model. Some of its specs may vary depending on the particular configuration and region.