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Dell LATITUDE 5290Dell Latitude 5290 Laptop 12.5" i5-8350U vPro 16GB 256GB SSD HD Win 11 Pro

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Frequently asked questions

What does the warranty cover?

Our warranty covers all hardware faults, but please note it doesn’t cover accidental damage or software issues. However, we’re here to help with technical support for those matters!

What is a refurbished device?

A refurbished device is a pre-owned item that has been restored to meet high-quality standards. At Reboot IT, we adhere to strict quality guidelines, ensuring that our refurbished products are not the same as used or secondhand items. We meticulously clean, test, and assess each device, replacing worn parts with high-quality components.

Unlike used items, which lack guarantees and rely solely on the seller's word regarding condition, refurbished devices come with assurance of quality and reliability.

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At a Glance

Processor
Intel Core i5
Memory
16GB
Storage
256GB SSD
Display
10in - 13in · HD (1366x768)
Operating System
Windows 11
Graphics
Intel UHD Graphics

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Description

Dell Latitude 5290 — 12.5" Compact Business Laptop

A genuinely small business machine that still runs a quad-core Intel Core i5-8350U vPro with 16GB of memory and a 256GB SSD, on Windows 11 Pro. Built for people who carry a laptop all day rather than move it between desks, and backed by a 12-month warranty from Reboot IT.

Key benefits

  • 12.5" compact chassis: one of the smallest full-Windows business laptops Dell made — it fits a small bag, a train tray table and a hot desk without negotiation.
  • Intel Core i5-8350U vPro: quad-core with eight threads, 1.7GHz base and up to 3.6GHz turbo — four real cores in a machine this size.
  • 16GB memory: double what most machines in this class shipped with, so Office, Teams and a browser full of tabs coexist without swapping.
  • 256GB SSD: solid-state throughout — quick to boot, quick to wake, and no moving parts to fail in a bag.
  • vPro remote management: hardware-level management your IT team can use to reach the machine even when the operating system will not start.
  • Windows 11 Pro: BitLocker, domain join and Remote Desktop host, already licensed and ready on first boot.

Performance in use

The 5290 is built around portability. At 12.5" it is noticeably smaller than the 14" machines that dominate business fleets, which matters if the laptop lives in a bag rather than on a desk — site visits, client meetings, hot-desking, commuting, or simply working from a cafe table that will not take a larger footprint. Dell built the chassis to its business standard rather than as a thin-and-light consumer machine, so it tolerates being carried.

Inside, the i5-8350U is a quad-core part rather than the dual-core chips common in small laptops of this era. Four cores and eight threads at up to 3.6GHz handle the everyday load properly: a large spreadsheet recalculating while Teams runs in the background, twenty or thirty browser tabs, a remote desktop session into the office. The 16GB of memory is the specification that makes the difference here — most 5290s shipped with 8GB, and the extra headroom is what stops the machine slowing down as the working day accumulates applications.

Be clear-eyed about the display: this unit has the HD 1366x768 panel, not the Full HD option. For documents, email, line-of-business applications and remote sessions it is perfectly workable, and the smaller screen keeps battery life and weight down. If you routinely put two documents side by side or work in large spreadsheets, a Full HD machine will serve you better and we list plenty of those.

Technical specifications

Brand & model Dell Latitude 5290
Form factor Clamshell laptop (not a 2-in-1)
Processor Intel Core i5-8350U vPro, quad-core / 8 threads, 1.7GHz base, up to 3.6GHz turbo
Memory 16GB DDR4
Storage 256GB SSD
Display 12.5" HD 1366x768, non-touch
Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620 (integrated)
Wireless Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
Operating system Windows 11 Pro
Management Intel vPro
Warranty 12-month warranty from Reboot IT

Is it right for you?

Best for ✓ Not for ✗
Anyone who carries a laptop daily and wants it small
Email, Office, browser and line-of-business applications
Remote desktop and thin-client style working
Students and second machines that must travel light
Fleets that need vPro remote management
Anyone who needs a Full HD or larger screen
Spreadsheets or documents viewed side by side
Gaming or GPU rendering (integrated graphics only)
Video editing, 3D CAD or other heavy creative work
Users who want a touchscreen — this is a standard panel

Condition grades

Grade What to expect
A — Excellent Minimal signs of use. Light marks may be visible on close inspection but the chassis and screen present as near-new. Battery holds 70% or more of its original capacity.
B — Good Light cosmetic wear consistent with normal business use — small scuffs or scratches on the lid or palm rest. Fully functional with no impact on performance. Battery holds 50–70% of its original capacity.

Every machine is tested, cleaned and graded before dispatch. Batteries carry a 30-day warranty.

Frequently asked questions

Is this the Latitude 5290 2-in-1 tablet?

No. Dell sold two different machines under the 5290 name. This is the clamshell laptop with a fixed hinge and a standard keyboard, not the detachable 2-in-1 tablet.

What screen resolution does it have?

This unit has the 12.5" HD 1366x768 panel. The 5290 was also sold with a Full HD screen, but that is a different configuration to this one.

Is Windows 11 Pro genuine and already activated?

Yes. Windows 11 Pro is installed and licensed, ready to use from first boot. Pro includes BitLocker encryption, domain join and Remote Desktop host.

Can I upgrade the memory or storage later?

The 5290 uses standard DDR4 SODIMM memory and an M.2 SSD, both of which a technician can change. Doing so does not affect your warranty with us.

Does it have a touchscreen?

No. This unit has a standard non-touch display.

What is included in the box?

The laptop and a compatible power adapter. Original packaging and manuals are not included.

How long does delivery take?

Orders are dispatched from our Melbourne warehouse on business days, with free standard AU shipping included. Metropolitan deliveries typically arrive within 2–5 business days.

Buy with confidence

This laptop is covered by a 12-month warranty from Reboot IT, with batteries covered for 30 days. If something is not right, you deal with a local team — not an overseas call centre.

Reboot IT has been refurbishing business IT in Melbourne since 2001. Every machine is data-wiped, tested, cleaned and graded by our own technicians before it ships. Free standard AU shipping is included, and our support team is contactable through reboot-it.com.au.

Specifications

  • Model
    LATITUDE 5290
  • Processor
    Intel Core i5
  • RAM
    16GB
  • Storage
    256GB
  • Storage Type
    SSD
  • Screen Size
    10in - 13in
  • Resolution
    HD (1366x768)
  • Graphics
    Intel UHD Graphics
  • Operating System
    Windows 11
  • Connectivity
    DisplayPort, USB-A, USB-C / Thunderbolt
  • Colour
    Black
  • Warranty
    12 Months

What's in the box

  • 1 x Dell Latitude 5290 Laptop
  • 1 x power adapter and cable
  • Tax invoice is included with all sales
  • Power cable
By buying refurbished, you avoid
316kg

of CO₂ vs. manufacturing new

And divert
1.4kg

of e-waste from landfill

Source: Circular Computing LCA, audited by Deloitte — per unit.

Why the LATITUDE 5290?

One of the smallest full-Windows business laptops Dell built, with a quad-core vPro processor and 16GB of memory behind a 12.5in screen. Made for staff who carry a laptop every day rather than move it between desks.

Dell Latitude 5290 i5 8350U 1.7GHz 16GB 256GB SSD 12.3

Genuinely portable

At 12.5in it fits a small bag, a train tray table and a hot desk without negotiation.

16GB as standard

Double what most of this class shipped with, so applications stay open without swapping.

Quad-core, not dual

The i5-8350U gives four cores and eight threads to 3.6GHz — rare in a machine this size.

vPro remote management

Hardware-level management IT can reach even when the operating system will not start.

Genuinely portable

At 12.5in it fits a small bag, a train tray table and a hot desk without negotiation.

16GB as standard

Double what most of this class shipped with, so applications stay open without swapping.

Dell Latitude 5290 i5 8350U 1.7GHz 16GB 256GB SSD 12.3

Quad-core, not dual

The i5-8350U gives four cores and eight threads to 3.6GHz — rare in a machine this size.

vPro remote management

Hardware-level management IT can reach even when the operating system will not start.

Still undecided? Ask our experts.

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