Dell Latitude 5490

Refurbished Dell Latitude 5490 — Reliable Business Laptop

The refurbished Dell Latitude 5490 is a business-grade laptop with a Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer display back and enterprise-level security features, built to hold up to daily use in the office, at school or around the home. Powered by an Intel Core i3-7130U processor with 8GB or 16GB of RAM and a choice of 128GB or 256GB SSD storage, some configurations also add a touchscreen display. Sold by Primo Technology in certified refurbished condition, graded Good or Excellent — select your grade above — with a 14-month warranty and free UK delivery (1-2 working days for UK mainland).

Verified Key Specifications

• Processor: Intel Core i3-7130U
• Memory: 8GB or 16GB RAM
• Storage: 128GB SSD or 256GB SSD
• Keyboard: English QWERTY
• Display: 14.0″ HD (1366×768), FHD (1920×1080), or FHD Touch (1920×1080) as manufactured; exact panel is not selectable and varies by unit
• Graphics: Integrated Intel HD Graphics 620
• Ports: Three USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (including one with PowerShare), DisplayPort over USB Type-C, VGA, HDMI, RJ-45 Ethernet, SD 4.0 memory-card reader, universal audio jack
• Build: Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer display back for added rigidity
• Security: TPM 2.0, FIPS 140-2 and TCG certified; optional Dell ControlVault 2.0 dedicated security processor on some configurations
• Weight: from 1.60kg
• Dimensions: 333.4mm wide x 228.9mm deep, 20.3–20.5mm high
• Operating System: Windows 11
• Warranty: 14 months

Display Varies by Unit — HD, FHD or FHD Touch

Dell built the 5490 across three display options: standard HD, sharper FHD, and a genuine FHD touchscreen — useful for presentations or annotating documents on screen where fitted. Which panel an individual unit ships with depends on available stock and is not user-selectable at checkout, but whichever panel arrives is a real factory configuration verified against Dell’s own specification sheet, not a downgrade.

Carbon Fiber Build with Enterprise Security

The 5490’s display back uses Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer for extra rigidity without adding bulk, and it carries TPM 2.0 security as standard, with some configurations adding Dell’s ControlVault 2.0 — a dedicated hardware security processor for authentication. That combination makes it a solid choice for businesses with data-security requirements.

Who Is This For?

Yes — this refurbished Latitude 5490 is a good fit for students, home users and small offices that need an affordable, dependable laptop for everyday tasks, and for security-conscious buyers who want TPM 2.0 and optional ControlVault protection. Not sure which spec is right for you? See our guide to choosing a refurbished laptop.

Not ideal for: gaming or 3D design work. Running lots of apps at once? Choose a 16GB option above.

Typical Use Cases

The 5490 suits office and admin teams who need a dependable business laptop with enterprise security features, and schools that want the possibility of a touchscreen unit for interactive teaching.

Refurbished vs New at This Price Point

Dell has moved on to newer Latitude generations, and the 5490 is no longer sold new — there is no genuine current equivalent to compare directly. Why pay £££ for new? A current entry-level business laptop with TPM 2.0, ControlVault-class security and a Carbon Fiber build costs substantially more than this certified refurbished unit. Buying refurbished from Primo Technology gets you genuine Latitude business build quality, tested and warrantied, at one of the more accessible prices in our Dell range.

Our 30-Point Quality Inspection, Warranty and Returns

Every laptop sold by Primo Technology passes our 30-point inspection by in-house technicians. We test processor performance, RAM stability, SSD health, minimum tested battery health of 80% of original design capacity, display quality, keyboard and touchpad function, all ports, wireless connectivity, webcam where fitted, speakers and overall system stability. Any component that does not meet our standards is repaired or replaced before sale. Orders placed before 9am Monday to Friday are dispatched the same day, arriving in 1-2 working days for UK mainland (3-5 working days for the Scottish Highlands, Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and remote postcodes). Every unit is backed by a 14-month warranty, and if anything isn’t right, our refund policy covers you.

What’s in the Box

• Refurbished Dell Latitude 5490 laptop
• Compatible charger with UK plug included

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between the 128GB and 256GB versions? Storage capacity only — choose 256GB if you need more local storage for files and documents.

What’s the difference between the HD, FHD and FHD Touch displays? Resolution and touch capability. FHD is sharper than HD, and the FHD Touch panel adds touchscreen input. Which display your unit has depends on available stock and is not user-selectable.

Does it have discrete graphics? No — the Dell Latitude 5490 Core i3 uses integrated Intel HD Graphics 620, which handles everyday office work, video calls and streaming.

Does it include Thunderbolt? No. The USB-C port on this model carries DisplayPort output only, not Thunderbolt.

What’s the difference between Good and Excellent grade? Both grades are fully tested and fault-free — the difference is purely cosmetic. Excellent grade shows minimal signs of previous use, while Good grade may have light visible wear such as small scuffs. See our grading guide for full details.

What’s the battery health on this laptop? Every unit meets a minimum tested battery health of 80% of original design capacity, confirmed as part of our 30-point inspection.

What charger is included? A compatible charger with UK plug is included with every order.

What security features does it include? TPM 2.0 is standard, FIPS 140-2 and TCG certified. Some configurations also include Dell’s ControlVault 2.0, a dedicated hardware security processor for authentication.

How long does delivery take? UK mainland orders arrive in 1-2 working days after dispatch, with orders placed before 9am Monday to Friday dispatched the same day. Scottish Highlands, Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and remote postcodes take 3-5 working days.

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About Primo Technology

Primo Technology is one of the UK’s leading certified refurbished laptop retailers, based in the UK. We offer a 14-month warranty — one of the longest in the UK refurbished market. Every unit is inspected and tested by our in-house technicians before sale. Contact us with any questions before or after purchase.