Dell Latitude 5491 review
Dell Latitude 5491 — from 2018, 1.65 kg, performance 40.
Technical specifications
| Type | Business |
| Release year | 2018 |
| Screen | 14" · 1920x1080 |
| Processor | Intel Core i7 8850H , Intel Core i5 8400H |
| Graphics | GeForce MX130 |
| Max. RAM | 32 GB |
| Weight | 1.65 kg |
| Battery | 68 Wh |
Performance scores
Where the Latitude 5491 stands
The Dell Latitude 5491 is a 2018 business laptop positioned in the ultra-budget tier at roughly $278, slightly below the category median of $297. As the premium successor to the 5490, it pairs a meaningful GPU surplus with a notably large battery. The GPU score of 12.1 is more than three times the category median of 3.8; the 68 Wh battery is 51% above the median of 45 Wh.
Graphics and battery: a dual surplus
The 5491's distinguishing feature is its combination of graphics headroom and battery capacity. The GPU score of 12.1 places it well above typical office-class laptops, enough for casual gaming at moderate settings and GPU-accelerated productivity work. The 68 Wh battery, meanwhile, is 51% above the category median — a meaningful advantage for sustained work sessions away from an outlet. Together, these make the 5491 a credible portable business laptop with light gaming capability.
The balanced overall profile
Unlike some siblings that pair the dual surplus with a binding weakness, the 5491 offers a balanced overall package. No axis is flagged as a serious weak spot. The trade-off is simply age — seven years of service limits the remaining lifespan, but the price reflects this.
Price trajectory
From its launch price to $278 today, the 5491 has depreciated to near the category median. As a 2018 machine, the depreciation is essentially complete. The projected price two years out represents a slow drift toward the price floor.
How it compares
In the $260-$295 refurbished business range, the 5491 sits among several 2018-2019 alternatives. The Dell Latitude 5591 at $357 and the Dell Latitude 5500 at $248 are direct competitors. The 5491's distinguishing factor is its combination of GPU and battery surplus — a pairing that few alternatives in this band match at this price.
Bottom line
The Latitude 5491 is a 2018 business laptop that combines a meaningful GPU surplus with a large battery. Its dual strengths make it a credible portable business laptop with light gaming capability. At $278, it is priced near the category median and offers more combined value than typical alternatives. For buyers who need both graphics headroom and all-day runtime at a budget price, it earns its asking price.
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⭐ What stands out
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graphics performance is higher than typical business class (+175.5%) (office tier).
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battery capacity is higher than typical business class (+41.7%) (large tier).
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reliability is lower than typical business class (+36.2%) (low tier).
below class average
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Compromise axis: reliability ↔ price
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⚙️ Configuration analysis
Top configuration suits everyday productivity, light photo editing, and esports titles.
🤔 How to choose
Universal advice for any use case.
- Reliability vs price: reliability (median 47) ↔ price (median 297.4).
- Weight vs CPU: mobility (median 61) ↔ overall performance (median 41.8).
- Upgradeability vs battery: upgradability (median 56.3) ↔ battery life (median 3.5).
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