Dell Latitude E7270 — 12.5" Compact Ultrabook
A compact 12.5-inch business ultrabook with a dual-core Intel Core i5-6300U, 8GB of memory and a 256GB SSD, running Windows 10 Pro. Supplied with a 12-month Reboot IT warranty.
Key Benefits
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Genuinely portable — a 12.5-inch chassis around 1.3kg — small enough to work on a train tray table or a cafe table, which a 14-inch machine is not.
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256GB solid-state storage — boots in seconds and launches applications immediately — the change that most affects how quick a machine of this age feels.
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vPro-capable Core i5 — the i5-6300U supports Intel vPro remote management, which is why these were specified for corporate fleets.
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Backlit keyboard — full travel and stable with backlighting — the Latitude keyboard remains one of the best in business laptops.
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Magnesium alloy build — Dell commercial construction with a spill-resistant keyboard, built to survive daily carry.
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Expandable — accessible memory slot and M.2 drive bay under the base panel, so both can be increased.
Performance in Use
The Core i5-6300U is a dual-core, four-thread processor at up to 3.0GHz with vPro support. It is honest mid-range hardware: comfortable for Microsoft 365, browsing, email and video calls, but it will show its limits if you push it with dozens of tabs alongside heavy spreadsheets.
The 256GB SSD is what keeps it feeling current. Boot, wake and application launch happen without the pauses that define an older mechanical-drive laptop, and 8GB of memory is adequate for standard office work.
One thing to be clear about: the display is the 12.5-inch HD 1366 x 768 panel, so less fits on screen at once. That matters most for spreadsheets and side-by-side documents. Because the i5-6300U is 6th generation it is not supported for Windows 11, and Windows 10 security updates have ended, so this suits internally-managed, offline or single-purpose roles.
Technical Specifications
| Processor |
Intel Core i5-6300U (6th Gen, 2 cores / 4 threads, up to 3.0GHz, vPro capable) |
| Graphics |
Intel HD Graphics 520 (integrated) |
| Memory |
8GB DDR4 |
| Storage |
256GB SSD |
| Display |
12.5" HD 1366 x 768 |
| Operating System |
Windows 10 Pro (genuine, activated) |
| Keyboard |
Backlit, spill-resistant |
| Wireless |
Wi-Fi + Bluetooth |
| Ports |
USB 3.0, HDMI, mini DisplayPort, headset |
| Camera |
HD webcam |
| Chassis |
Magnesium alloy, approximately 1.3kg |
| Warranty |
12-month Reboot IT return-to-base warranty |
Is It Right For You?
✓ Best for
- Commuting and travel
- Email, browsing and Microsoft 365
- Students and second machines
- Internally managed or offline environments
- Site and single-purpose roles
- Buyers who want a small, well-built machine
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✗ Not for
- Spreadsheet-heavy work (HD screen limits what fits)
- Windows 11 deployments (CPU unsupported)
- Internet-facing use needing current security updates
- Video editing, 3D rendering or gaming
- Users who need a large screen or numeric keypad
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Condition Grades
| A — Excellent |
Minimal signs of use. Light marks may be visible on close inspection but the chassis, screen and keyboard present as near-new. Battery tested at 70% or better of original design capacity. |
| B — Good |
Light cosmetic wear consistent with normal business use — surface scratches or scuffs on the lid or palmrest. Fully functional with no impact on performance. Battery tested at 50–70% of original design capacity. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the battery replaced?
Batteries are tested, not automatically replaced. Grade A units hold 70% or more of original design capacity and Grade B units 50–70%. Every battery carries a 30-day warranty.
What resolution is the screen?
This configuration has the 12.5 inch HD 1366 x 768 panel. If screen space matters to you, choose a Full HD configuration instead.
Why Windows 10 rather than Windows 11?
The Intel Core i5-6300U is not on Microsoft's supported processor list for Windows 11, so Windows 10 Pro is the correct and stable choice for this hardware. Microsoft security updates for Windows 10 have now ended, so this suits offline, single-purpose or internally-managed roles rather than general internet-facing use.
Can I upgrade the memory or storage?
Yes — the E7270 has an accessible memory slot and M.2 drive bay under the base panel.
Is the operating system genuine?
Yes. Windows 10 Pro is installed and activated against the licence embedded in the unit.
How is data from the previous owner handled?
Every drive is wiped to a documented erasure standard before the machine is listed. Nothing from the prior deployment remains.
What are the delivery options?
Shipping costs apply based on size and destination — rates are calculated at checkout.
Warranty & Support
Every unit ships with a 12-month Reboot IT return-to-base warranty covering parts and labour. Batteries, as consumable items, carry a 30-day warranty. We have been refurbishing business IT in Melbourne since 2001 — every machine is professionally tested, data-wiped to a documented standard, cleaned and graded before it is listed. Shipping is calculated at checkout based on size and destination. If something is not right, talk to us — support is handled in-house by the same team that refurbished the machine.