Dell Latitude 7440 vs Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro
The Verdict
Dell's Latitude 7440 targets productivity professionals with its lighter 1.37kg chassis, superior portability, and Windows 11 Pro for enterprise features, though its 14-inch FHD+ display feels dated against Samsung's vibrant 16-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel running 120Hz. Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro counters with exceptional battery longevity (18 hours vs 14), higher resolution (2880x1800), superior brightness (500 nits), and a more modern display experience. Performance-wise, Dell's 10-core i7-1365U edges out Samsung's 8-core Ultra 7 265V for multi-threaded workloads, though real-world differences are negligible. Samsung includes microSD expansion and two Thunderbolt ports; Dell adds a second USB-A port and ships Pro-grade OS. At $150 less, Samsung delivers better value with a showstopping display and longer battery life, making it ideal for creatives and media consumption. Dell suits those prioritizing ultra-portability and enterprise software requirements.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Dell Latitude 7440 if…
- →Business-grade durability with MIL-STD-810H certification
- →Generous port selection including USB-A and HDMI
- →Good 14-hour battery endurance
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro if…
- →Stunning 120Hz AMOLED display is the best screen on any Windows ultrabook
- →18-hour battery life matches MacBook Air endurance
- →Incredibly thin at 0.47 inches and light at 3.44 lbs
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Dell Latitude 7440
Pros
- Business-grade durability with MIL-STD-810H certification
- Generous port selection including USB-A and HDMI
- Good 14-hour battery endurance
- Windows 11 Pro included for enterprise deployments
- Comfortable keyboard with excellent travel
Cons
- Display tops out at 400 nits — unremarkable for outdoors
- Design is utilitarian rather than premium
- Intel Evo U-series CPU throttles under sustained load
- No discrete GPU option
- Relatively expensive for the hardware inside
Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro
Pros
- Stunning 120Hz AMOLED display is the best screen on any Windows ultrabook
- 18-hour battery life matches MacBook Air endurance
- Incredibly thin at 0.47 inches and light at 3.44 lbs
- Galaxy ecosystem integration with Samsung phones and tablets
- HDMI and SD card slot included despite the thin chassis
Cons
- Intel Core Ultra 7 265V is efficient but not a performance powerhouse
- No discrete GPU for gaming or heavy creative work
- 512 GB base storage is tight at this price
- AMOLED panel can drain battery faster at high brightness
Full Specifications
| Spec | Dell Latitude 7440 | Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.37 kg | 3.44 lbs (1.56 kg) |
| Material | Aluminum lid with carbon fiber base | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 322.8 x 217.7 x 19.4 mm | 14.04 x 9.86 x 0.47 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 2 | — |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB-C ports | — | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 14 hours mixed use | Up to 18 hours |
| Capacity | 58 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.0 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | FHD+ IPS anti-glare | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 500 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB NVMe | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 10-core (2P+8E) | 8 cores (4P + 4E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core i7-1365U | Intel Core Ultra 7 265V |
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