About this laptop
The refurbished Dell Latitude 5490 is a 14-inch business laptop built for professionals who need reliable performance on the move. Launched in 2017, this model combines a compact form factor with the durability Dell's Latitude line is known for. Available with Intel Core i5 or i7 processors, up to 32GB of RAM and SSD storage up to 512GB, the Latitude 5490 handles everyday office work, video calls and multitasking with ease. Every unit ships with Windows 11 and a UK English keyboard layout, ready to use straight out of the box. Whether you're working from home, the office or on the road, this refurbished laptop delivers the essentials without compromise.
Under the hood, the Latitude 5490 offers real choice. Entry-level configurations pair an Intel Core i5-7300U processor with 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD—more than enough for email, web browsing, document editing and light spreadsheet work. Step up to the Intel Core i7-8650U with 32GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD, and you unlock headroom for data analysis, running virtual machines or keeping dozens of browser tabs open simultaneously. The 14-inch display strikes a practical balance between screen real estate and portability, while the business-grade build quality ensures the machine can handle the knocks and bumps of daily commuting. Dell designed the Latitude 5490 for corporate fleets, delivering proven enterprise-level engineering in a refurbished package.
Performance for everyday productivity
The Intel Core i5-7300U is a dual-core seventh-generation chip with a 2.6GHz base clock, perfectly capable of handling Microsoft Office, web conferencing and media playback. The i7-8650U, an eighth-generation quad-core processor with a 1.9GHz base and 4.2GHz turbo, brings noticeably smoother performance when you're juggling multiple applications or working with larger files. Both processors are efficient enough to deliver a full working day of use, and the SSD ensures fast boot times and snappy application launches. With Windows 11 pre-installed, you get the latest features and security updates from Microsoft, plus compatibility with the full Windows software ecosystem.
Display and connectivity
The 14-inch screen gives you enough space to work comfortably without the bulk of a 15.6-inch chassis, making the Latitude 5490 an ideal choice for hot-desking or cramped train tables. While the exact port selection varies by configuration, business laptops in this class typically offer USB Type-A, USB Type-C, HDMI and Ethernet, so you can connect to monitors, docking stations and wired networks without hunting for dongles. The UK English keyboard layout means you get the correct key positions for pound sterling, hash and other UK-specific symbols—a detail that matters if you type all day.
Which configuration is right for you?
If your work centres on email, web apps and light documents, the Intel Core i5 with 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD will serve you well and represents the most affordable entry point. If you regularly run demanding software, keep many applications open at once or need extra storage for files and projects, the i7 configuration with 32GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD offers substantially more headroom. Both are available in Grade A and Grade B condition—Grade A units are fully tested and working, while Grade B units are fully tested and working and are backed by the same 12-month warranty.
Who the refurbished Dell Latitude 5490 suits
This laptop is a natural fit for students, remote workers, small-business owners and anyone who needs a dependable Windows machine without paying new-device prices. It's equally at home in a corporate environment or a home office, and the business-class build means it can handle years of service. Because it's a refurbished model, you're giving a professionally tested device a second life, which reduces electronic waste and conserves the resources that would go into manufacturing a brand-new laptop. Every refurbished Dell Latitude 5490 sold by Buyer Area has been graded for condition, tested for functionality and is covered by a full 12-month warranty, so you can buy with confidence.
Comes with a compatible charger.