Dell Latitude 3420 · Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) · 14" HD · 8 GB / 256 GB SSD

Looking for something dependable rather than flashy? This Dell Latitude 3420 ticks that box. The Latitude 3000 series is Dell's value business laptop — built for schools, call centres and small offices that want Dell's business support and reliability at the lowest price. The 3420 is the 11th-gen version of Dell's budget business laptop, which means Iris Xe-class graphics and USB-C in a practical 14-inch body.

The Core i5 is the sweet spot for most people — quick enough for multitasking, Office, coding and online classes, without the extra cost of an i7. 11th-generation Intel brought Iris Xe graphics, which are roughly twice as capable as older Intel graphics — you notice it in video calls, external monitors and light editing. 8 GB RAM is the right amount for study, office work and normal multitasking. Storage is a 256 GB SSD, so start-up and file loading are fast. The 14-inch HD screen is fine for documents, browsing and video.

Build and everyday use

Simple, practical build with a spill-resistant keyboard on many models. Full-size keyboard and a decent touchpad for everyday work. It comes with genuine Windows 11 Pro installed and activated.

Upgrades

Usually two RAM slots and an easily replaced drive — very upgrade-friendly.

Who it suits

Students, first jobs, schools and small-office use. It sits in our picks for programmers, startups, freelancers.

Condition and what's in the box

Grade A means it looks very clean — at most, light marks you have to look for. Every unit is tested on our checklist, securely wiped, cleaned and shipped with a compatible charger, a GST invoice and 12-month warranty.