SoM Laptop Standards V16b – 03/14/2018 Quality Assurance team - MJC State of Michigan Laptop Comparison Guide As of 03/14/2018 For the purposes of this document, we define a laptop as a device which has a permanently attached keyboard and screen that allows for portable use. (Please note: If you are looking for a more ruggedized device, please consult the Rugged Device Standards document.) This document provides guidance on the system units in the laptop category in Sigma. Included are the Dell Latitude 5480, the Dell Latitude 5580, the dell Latitude 7280, the Dell Latitude 7370, the Dell CAD/GIS/Technical Precision 7520, the Lenovo ThinkPad T470, the Lenovo ThinkPad T470s, the Lenovo ThinkPad T570, and the Lenovo ThinkPad T470s in UltraBook form. NOTE: Numbers listed in this document (LXX) are Sigma numbers. How to decide which system unit is best for you The decision will be based primarily on your business needs, but the following factors may help you decide on the device that is the best fit for you: • If you are looking for an ultra-lightweight laptop, the Dell UltraBooks and the Lenovo T470s models all come in at under three pounds. An Ultrabook gives the user more mobility than a laptop but provides the same power as a laptop. If a laptop is too big or bulky and a tablet is not right for you, then choose an Ultrabook. • If you are looking for a laptop with additional processing power and the option for multiple drives, select the Dell CAD/GIS/Technical laptop. • Otherwise, select any model that suits your needs and tastes. Details on each model are on the following pages
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SoM Laptop Standards V16b – 03/14/2018 Quality Assurance team - MJC
State of Michigan Laptop Comparison Guide
As of 03/14/2018
For the purposes of this document, we define a laptop as a device which has a permanently attached keyboard and screen that allows for portable use. (Please note: If you are looking for a more ruggedized device, please consult the Rugged Device Standards document.) This document provides guidance on the system units in the laptop category in Sigma. Included are the Dell Latitude 5480, the Dell Latitude 5580, the dell Latitude 7280, the Dell Latitude 7370, the Dell CAD/GIS/Technical Precision 7520, the Lenovo ThinkPad T470, the Lenovo ThinkPad T470s, the Lenovo ThinkPad T570, and the Lenovo ThinkPad T470s in UltraBook form. NOTE: Numbers listed in this document (LXX) are Sigma numbers.
How to decide which system unit is best for you
The decision will be based primarily on your business needs, but the following factors may help you decide on the device that is the best fit for you:
• If you are looking for an ultra-lightweight laptop, the Dell UltraBooks and the Lenovo T470s models all come in at under three pounds. An Ultrabook gives the user more mobility than a laptop but provides the same power as a laptop. If a laptop is too big or bulky and a tablet is not right for you, then choose an Ultrabook.
• If you are looking for a laptop with additional processing power and the option for
multiple drives, select the Dell CAD/GIS/Technical laptop.
• Otherwise, select any model that suits your needs and tastes.
Details on each model are on the following pages
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Dell Latitude 5480 (L114) – This laptop comes with a 4 year, pro-support warranty. Includes KYHD (keep your hard drive.) There are two options for this laptop, you can order it without a USB dock (L114) or with one (L123). If you need a cable lock to secure this computer, the N17 Combination lock, which is available in Sigma under Cables (C16), is the only compatible lock for this model.
Note: This model is Windows 10 only. Technical Specifications
• Intel® Core™ i5 • 8 GB DDR4 • 256GB SSD • 14” (1366 x 768) Non-Touch LCD • No optical drive • 1 SD 4.0 Memory Card Reader • 3 USB 3.0 (1 with PowerShare) • 1 VGA port • 1 HDMI port • 1 RJ-45 jack • 1 USB Type-C Display Port • Dimensions - .88” x 13.1” x 9” • Weight – 3.52 lbs. • 4 year, pro-support, KYHD warranty
Optional Equipment
• The 5480 does not come with an internal optical drive. If one is necessary for your agency we recommend the Dell External DVD/RW Drive (L96) which is available through Sigma.
Shown below are the ports on this model
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Dell Latitude 5580 (L115) – This laptop comes with a 4 year, pro-support warranty. Includes KYHD (keep your hard drive.) There are two options for this laptop, you can order it without a USB dock (L115) or with one (L124). If you need a cable lock to secure this computer, the N17 Combination lock, which is available in Sigma under Cables (C16), is the only compatible lock for this model.
Note: This model is Windows 10 only. Technical Specifications
• Intel® Core™ i5 • 8 DDR4 • 256GB Solid State
Drive • 15” HD (1366x768)
Non-touch LCD • No optical drive • 2 USB 3.0 (1 with
Powershare) • 1 VGA Port • 1 HDMI port • 1 RJ-45 jack • 1 USB Type-C Display Port • Dimensions - .9” x 14.8” x 9.87” • Weight – 4.19 lbs. • 4 year, pro-support, KYHD warranty
Optional Equipment
• The 5580 does not come with an internal optical drive. If one is necessary for your agency we recommend the Dell External DVD/RW Drive (L96) which is available through Sigma.
Shown below are the ports on this model
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Dell Executive Ultrabook 7280 (L122) A small 12” laptop that is easy to carry with you comfortably. This laptop comes with a 4 year warranty. If you need a cable lock to secure this computer, the N17 Combination lock, which is available in Sigma under Cables (C16), is the only compatible lock for this model.
Note: This model is Windows 10 only. Technical Specifications
• Intel® Core™ i7 • 8GB LPDDR3 • 256GB SSD • 12.5” FHD (1920 x 1080) Touch LCD • No optical drive • 2 USB 3.1 (1 with PowerShare) • 1 HDMI port • 1 uSD 4.0 Memory card reader • 1 RJ-45 jack • 1 USB Type-C Display Port • Dimensions - .67” x 12” x 8.19” • Weight – 2.61 lbs. • 4 year warranty
Optional Equipment
• The 7280 does not come with an internal optical drive. If one is necessary for your agency we recommend the Dell External DVD/RW Drive (L96) which is available through Sigma.
• The 7280 is not available bundled with a docking station. If you would like one, we recommend the Dell USBC dock (L100) which is available through Sigma.
Shown below are the ports on this model
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Dell Latitude Ultrabook 7370 (L105) Slightly larger than the 7280, this laptop is still an UltraBook form factor. This laptop comes with a 4 year, pro-support warranty. Technical Specifications
• The 7370 does not come with an internal optical drive. If one is necessary for your agency we recommend the Dell External DVD/RW Drive (L96) which is available through Sigma.
• The 7370 is not available bundled with a docking station. If you would like one, we recommend the Dell Thunderbolt dock (L104) which is available through Sigma.
Shown below are the ports on this model
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Dell CAD/GIS/Technical Precision 7520 (L125) – This laptop comes with a 4 year, pro-support warranty. Technical Specifications
• 1 SD card reader (SD, SDHC, SDXC, supports up to 2TB
• 1 Thunderbolt® 3
• 4 USB 3.0 with PowerShare
• 1 HDMI port
• 1 mDP
• 1 Headphone/microphone combo jack
• 1 Smart Card reader
• Dimensions – 1.09” x 14.88” x 10.38”
• Weight – 6.16 lbs.
• 4 year, pro-support warranty Optional Equipment
• The 7520 does not come with an internal optical drive. If one is necessary for your agency we recommend the Dell External DVD/RW Drive (L96) which is available through Sigma.
• The 7520 is not available bundled with a docking station. The Dell Thunderbolt dock (L104) will work with this laptop, however it does not supply enough current. The dock and the laptop will both have to be plugged in.
• The 7520 can be used with the E-Series port Replicator without the need for external power. The E-Series is a legacy item that is not currently available through Sigma.
Shown below are the ports on this model
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Lenovo ThinkPad T470 (L120) – This laptop comes with a 4 year, next business day, KYHD warranty. Note: This model is Windows 10 only. Technical Specifications
• Intel® Core™ i5-7300U • 8 GB DDR4 Memory • 256GB SSD • 14” 720p Non-Touch • 3 USB 3.0 • 1 Thunderbolt® 3 port (USB Type C) • 1 HDMI port • 1 RJ45 jack • 1 SD 3.0 Memory Card reader • 1 Micro SIM • Dimensions - .79” x 13.25” x 9.15” • Weight – 3.48 lbs. • 4 year, next business day, KYHD warranty
Optional Equipment
• The T470 does not come with an internal optical drive. If one is necessary for your agency we recommend the Dell External DVD/RW Drive (L96) which is available through Sigma.
• The T470 is not available bundled with a docking station. If you would like one, we recommend the Lenovo Mechanical Dock (L117) which is available through Sigma.
Shown below are the ports on this model
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Lenovo Executive ThinkPad T470s (L119) – This laptop comes with a 4 year, next business day, KYHD warranty. Note: This model is Windows 10 only. Technical Specifications
• Intel® Quad Core i7-7600U
• 16GB DDR4 • 256GB SSD
• 14” FHD (1920 x 1080) IPS Touch
• 3 USB 3.0
• 1 Thunderbolt® 3 port (USB Type C)
• 1 HDMI
• 1 RJ45 jack
• Dimensions – .79” x 13.25” x 9.15”
• Weight – 2.9 lbs.
• 4 year, next business day, KYHD warranty Optional Equipment
• The T470s does not come with an internal optical drive. If one is necessary for your agency we recommend the Dell External DVD/RW Drive (L96) which is available through Sigma.
• The T470s is not available bundled with a docking station. If you would like one, we recommend the Lenovo Mechanical Dock (L117) which is available through Sigma.
Shown below are the ports on this model
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Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Ultrabook FF (L121) – This laptop comes with a 4 year, next business day, KYHD warranty. Note: This model is Windows 10 only. Technical Specifications
• Intel® Quad Core i5-7300U
• 8GB DDR4 • 256GB SSD
• 14” FHD (1920 x 1080) IPS Touch
• 3 USB 3.0
• 1 Thunderbolt® 3 port (USB Type C)
• 1 HDMI
• 1 RJ45 jack
• Dimensions – .79” x 13.25” x 9.15”
• Weight – 2.9 lbs.
• 4 year, next business day, KYHD warranty Optional Equipment
• The T470s does not come with an internal optical drive. If one is necessary for your agency we recommend the Dell External DVD/RW Drive (L96) which is available through Sigma.
• The T470s is not available bundled with a docking station. If you would like one, we recommend the Lenovo Mechanical Dock (L117) which is available through Sigma.
Shown below are the ports on this model
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Lenovo ThinkPad T570 (L118) – This laptop comes with a 4 year, next business day, KYHD warranty. Note: This model is Windows 10 only. Technical Specifications
• Intel® Quad Core i5-7300U
• 8GB DDR4 • 256GB SSD
• 15” FHD (1920 x 1080) Non-Touch
• 3 USB 3.0
• 1 Thunderbolt® 3 port (USB Type C)
• 1 HDMI
• 1 RJ45 jack
• Dimensions – .80” x 14.4” x 9.9”
• Weight – 4.5 lbs.
• 4 year, next business day, KYHD warranty Optional Equipment
• The T570s does not come with an internal optical drive. If one is necessary for your agency we recommend the Dell External DVD/RW Drive (L96) which is available through Sigma.
• The T570s is not available bundled with a docking station. If you would like one, we recommend the Lenovo Mechanical Dock (L117) which is available through Sigma.
Shown below are the ports on this model
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Comparison
Latitude 5480 Latitude 5580 Executive Ultrabook 7280 Sigma Number L114 L123 L115 L124 L122
Dock No No No Screen 13.3” QHD 15.6” UltraSharp FHD 15” FHD
USB Ports 1 USB 3.0, 2 Thunderbolt® 4 USB 3.0, 1 Thunderbolt® 3 3 USB 3.0, 1 Thunderbolt® Display Ports 1 Micro HDMI 1 HDMI, 1 mDP 1 HDMI Touchscreen No No No
Addl. Display Port N/A N/A N/A Warranty 4 yr. pro-support 4 year pro-support 4 yr., NBD, KYHD
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Comparison
These are the models approved for the State of Michigan.
