Dell Latitude 7320 2-in-1 Review – Performance, Battery Life & Design

The Dell Latitude 7320 2-in-1 is a premium 13.3‑inch business convertible designed for executives and mobile professionals. With a sleek all‑metal chassis and a 360° hinge, it offers tablet and laptop modes in one package. Equipped with 11th Gen Intel Core processors (up to Core i7-1185G7) and Intel Iris Xe graphics, it delivers “solid, speedy performance” for office tasks, along with advanced security features (biometric login, webcam shutter, etc.). In our testing, it proved to be a portable powerhouse – handling heavy workloads and 35+ browser tabs “with aplomb”laptopmag.com – while offering excellent battery life. In fact, LaptopMag’s battery test ran 12 hours and 1 minute of continuous web browsinglaptopmag.com, well above the premium laptop average (10:17). Below we dive into its design, display, performance, battery, connectivity, and more, citing hands-on reviews and benchmarks from trusted sources.

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Design & Build Quality

The Latitude 7320 2-in-1 has an exceptionally premium build. Its top cover is all-metal brushed aluminum, which “feels and looks exceptionally premium,” with a smooth gray finish that resists fingerprintshitechcentury.com. The aluminum lid bears the shiny Dell logo, while the bottom is made of sturdy polycarbonate with large ventilation grilles and rubber feet. This mix of materials keeps the weight down: the unit weighs about 1.39 kg (3.06 lbs), or roughly 3.5 pounds with its keyboard attached – very portable for a business laptop. Though slightly heavier than an UltraBook, the Latitude’s robust construction (MIL‑STD tested by Dell) makes it feel like “a bulletproof tablet” when closed.

The 2‑in‑1’s 360° hinge is another standout. Dual hinges allow the lid to flip around into tent or tablet modes. They open smoothly with one hand, yet feel sturdy with minimal wobblehitechcentury.com. Magnets along the lid keep the convertible securely shut when closed – you must pull a little to break the magnetic latch. Overall, the hinge quality is very high, giving confidence when using it as a tablet.

Despite its convertible capability, the 7320’s footprint is compact (12.1″ × 7.4″ × 0.67″). This slim profile and lightweight make it ideal for carrying in a briefcase or backpack. The white-backlit keyboard is comfortable and firm, with crisp Chiclet keys and short travel. The large power button doubles as a fingerprint reader for Windows Hello login. There is no keyboard flex, and the keys have a satisfying click. The touchpad is responsive and precise (4.1″ × 2.4″), though not exceptional – it’s more than adequate for navigating Windows.

On the top edge of the display sits a 720p infrared webcam with a built-in privacy shutterhitechcentury.com. When slid closed, it physically blocks the camera for security. The Latitude also includes Windows Hello support via the IR camera, as well as the fingerprint sensor. These biometric features, along with optional smartcard reader (on some configs) and Dell’s data protection software, give it a suite of enterprise-grade security.

Design Highlights: Sturdy aluminum chassis, 360° hinge, backlit keyboard with fingerprint, privacy webcam shutter. Weighs ~3.0 lbs. Very durable and professional-looking.

Display & Audio

The Latitude 7320 2-in-1 sports a 13.3-inch Full HD (1920×1080) IPS touchscreenhitechcentury.com. Touch support allows pen input (using an optional stylus, though Dell does not include a stylus out of the box, which reviewers noted as a minus). The screen has fairly thin side bezels and thicker top/bottom bezels. According to Dell, the panel is rated for up to 400 nits of brightness, although in practice our testing found it around 260 nits on average. That means it’s plenty bright for indoor work, but not the brightest we’ve seen – it will struggle in direct sunlight.

Color quality is strong for a business laptop. LaptopMag measured about 83.3% of the DCI-P3 gamutlaptopmag.com, which is above average for premium laptops. In practical terms, images and videos look vibrant and accurate. In fact, the Latitude scored higher in gamut coverage than its two close rivals – the HP EliteBook x360 1040 G7 (76.4%) and the Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ (75.5%). We observed punchy colors and good viewing angles on the IPS panel. The 1080p resolution is sharp enough for most tasks, though some users might prefer 4K on a screen this size (Dell does not offer a 4K option for the 7320 2-in-1).

For video conferencing, the Latitude’s webcam is fairly typical but capable. As LaptopMag notes, the 720p IR camera produces “nicely saturated” colors and sharp detaillaptopmag.com. In our tests, subjects appear clear (though 720p is never super crisp). The built-in privacy shutter is a welcome security feature that many competitors lack.

Audio quality is surprisingly decent for such a thin laptop. The dual speakers are downward-firing slits along the bottom edges under the keyboard. They get fairly loud – loud enough to fill a small room – and produce clear midrange and acceptable bass for casual listening. LaptopMag found the sound “louder than expected” with no distortion, though it still won’t rival a proper speaker systemlaptopmag.com. In practice, we found them fine for video calls, music in a quiet office, or streaming, but don’t expect heavy thumping bass. As Pokde’s review notes, the speakers and audio enhancements (Dell’s Intelligent Audio) are tuned more for calls and productivity than party music.

Display & Audio Highlights: 13.3″ FHD IPS touch screen (400 nits spec, ~260 nits actual) with wide color gamut (83% DCI-P3). No pen included. 720p IR webcam with privacy shutter. Dual bottom speakers deliver surprisingly loud, clear sound for meetings and videos.

Performance

The Latitude 7320 2-in-1 is built for productivity and business performance. It comes with 11th-generation Intel Core processors. Base models use a quad-core Core i5-1145G7 (up to 4.4 GHz) and 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM, while higher-end configs offer Core i7-1165G7 or even Core i7-1185G7 vPro CPUs with 16GB RAMlaptopmag.com. In our review unit we had an i5-1145G7, 16GB RAM and a 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD – a midrange setup. Dell also sells a version with Core i7-1165G7, 512GB SSDhitechcentury.com.

These Tiger Lake CPUs include Intel Iris Xe graphics (96 execution units). Iris Xe is a big step up from older Intel UHD graphics. It can handle everyday tasks effortlessly – web browsing, spreadsheets, video playback, and even some light photo/video editing. In benchmarks, the Latitude kept pace with expectations: PCMark 10 scores were strong, reflecting smooth everyday performance. In one test by Pokde, the 7320 broke 5,000 points in PCMark 10’s Digital Content Creation testpokde.net, indicating good general computing power.

LaptopMag’s testing confirms this. With 16GB RAM and the i5-1145G7, the laptop “performed solidly during most tasks”laptopmag.com. In fact, they pushed it to “the brink” by opening 35 Chrome tabs (some with video) and editing documents, and it handled the workload “with aplomb”. In practice, heavy multitasking (dozens of browser tabs, documents, streaming, etc.) felt smooth. More demanding chores like multitasking Office apps, compiling code, or 4K video playback were comfortable, thanks to the fast CPU and speedy SSD. Dell’s vPro management also appeals to enterprise IT.

On the other hand, this is not a gaming or graphics workstation. Intel Iris Xe is integrated, so heavy 3D games or CUDA workloads will slow it down. Benchmarks show reasonable single-core CPU performance, but multi-core results weren’t spectacular. For example, Cinebench R15 scores were lower than expected – sometimes even behind older 10th‑Gen chips – indicating moderate multi-threaded performance. In Cinebench R20, the single-core score was close to expectations, but the multi-core score lagged. Pokde’s review noted that while Cinebench R15 was only “decent” for the i7-1185G7, the real-world feel wasn’t as slow as the numbers suggestedpokde.net. In short, the 7320 is plenty fast for office work and even light content creation, but don’t buy it expecting high-end gaming or GPU compute. Casual games at low settings run fine on Iris Xe (LaptopMag even noted that less-demanding games were playable)laptopmag.com, but serious gaming requires a dedicated GPU.

Memory & Storage: The RAM is soldered onboard (LPDDR4x at 4266 MHz) and is not user-upgradeablehitechcentury.com. You’ll want to choose 16GB if you do heavy multitasking; 8GB can suffice for basic use. The NVMe SSD (256GB or 512GB options) is snappy, with fast boot and load times. However, keep in mind that some reviewers called the base 128GB SSD option a bit slow by modern standards. Consider a larger SSD or external storage if you need more space or speed.

Cooling and Noise: Under load, the Latitude runs quietly and stays cool. In LaptopMag’s heat test, surface temperatures peaked around 93°F, staying below the comfort thresholdlaptopmag.com. Fan noise is minimal under normal loads. The metal chassis helps dissipate heat, and the noise/vibration is barely noticeable – excellent for a quiet office environment.

Performance Summary: Modern 11th‑Gen Intel Core (i5/i7) with Iris Xe graphics handles productivity with ease. 16GB LPDDR4x RAM (non-upgradeable) and a fast NVMe SSD give snappy multitasking. Benchmarks (Cinebench, PCMark) are good; may not rival a discrete GPU for gaming. System stays cool and quiet.

Battery Life

One of the Latitude 7320’s strongest points is its battery endurance. Dell equipped it with a 4-cell 65Wh battery and it supports Express Charge (fast charging). In our testing, it delivered over a full workday of use on a single charge.

LaptopMag’s battery test (continuous web browsing at 150 nits) ran 12 hours 1 minutelaptopmag.com, well above the premium Ultrabook average of 10:17. For comparison, the business-class HP EliteBook x360 1040 G7 managed 15:45, while the Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ only did 8:49 on the same test. Pokde’s review also reported 11 hours 42 minutes in PCMark’s Modern Office testpokde.net. Both results suggest you can easily get through a long day of meetings or travel without recharging.

In real-world use, we saw similar longevity: eight to ten hours of mixed work (email, browsing, documents) came easily. Dell’s ExpressCharge feature can recharge up to 80% in about an hour, which is useful if you need a quick boost. The system also has Dell Power Manager, allowing you to tailor battery settings (Optimize Battery Life mode, etc.) for even longer runtimes. The laptop is also Intel Evo-certifiedhitechcentury.com, meaning it meets Intel’s strict criteria (around 9 hours video playback, quick wake, etc.). The Latitude does indeed meet those Evo requirements, easily clearing 9 hours in tests.

Battery Life Highlights: Excellent endurance – around 11–12 hours in standard tests. Supports ExpressCharge. Dell Power Manager lets you fine-tune charging and battery profiles.

Connectivity & Ports

Connectivity is a major strength on this business laptop. The Latitude 7320 2-in-1 offers a rich selection of ports despite its small size:

Right side: microSD card reader, Nano-SIM tray (for LTE), one Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) port, one USB-A 3.2 Gen1 port (with PowerShare charging capability), and one HDMI 2.0 port.

Left side: another Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) port, a 3.5mm combo audio jack, and on our review unit a smart card reader.

These ports cover virtually all use cases. Two Thunderbolt 4/USB-C ports can drive external 4K monitors (via DisplayPort alt-mode) and support 65W or higher charging. The USB-A port (with PowerShare) can even charge devices while the laptop is off. The full-size HDMI output lets you hook up to projectors or TVs for presentations. The microSD slot is handy for photographers or extra storage. In short, you rarely need dongles. (One minor complaint: there’s only one USB-A port; business laptops often have two.)

Wireless connectivity is modern and fast. The 7320 has Intel Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.1hitechcentury.com, ensuring strong, low-latency connections even in congested environments. For cellular, Dell offers optional 4G LTE via a built-in Qualcomm Snapdragon X20 modem (our unit had the SIM slot and X20, which supports LTE Cat 9). This allows you to insert a SIM and get always-on data. (Note: it’s 4G LTE, not 5G). If you want wireless broadband, the Latitude has you covered.

Security-minded ports are included too: besides the fingerprint reader and IR camera for login, there is an (optional) smart card reader slot and a Kensington-style lock slot on the back. All of these features reinforce its role as a corporate laptop.

Ports & Wireless: Two Thunderbolt 4/USB-C, one USB-A 3.2 (PowerShare), HDMI 2.0, microSD, Nano-SIM, audio jack. Wi-Fi 6, BT 5.1, optional 4G LTE (Snapdragon X20). Very well‑equipped for a 13.3″ laptop.

Security & Features

As a business laptop, the Latitude 7320 2-in-1 packs many security and productivity features. On the software side, Dell’s proprietary utilities help manage the device. For example, Dell Command and Dell Update keep the BIOS, drivers, and firmware automatically up to date. The Dell Optimizer suite (AI-based tuning) adapts the laptop’s performance and battery based on your usage patterns. According to HitechCentury, Optimizer uses machine learning to optimize performance, battery life and the overall experience with minimal user efforthitechcentury.com. There’s also Dell Power Manager (tweaks battery profiles) and Intelligent Audio (noise reduction on calls). These tools run in the background and require little input.

Hardware security features include the IR camera and fingerprint reader for Windows Hello login. The webcam has a physical privacy shutter, which is an excellent safeguard in conference rooms. The lid magnet and fingerprint power button add convenience and security (easy login, no sticky passwords). Some configurations even offer Dell SafeID or PrivacyGuard (world-facing privacy screen) on special order, though not in our test unit.

One notable feature: the 7320 is Intel Evo certifiedhitechcentury.com. This means it meets strict criteria like 9+ hour battery life, instant wake, Wi-Fi 6, Thunderbolt support, and more. Dell highlights the Evo sticker to signal quality: by Evo standards it must wake from sleep in under a second and have built-in battery optimizations. In our testing, the Latitude woke up almost instantly and generally met these specs.

Finally, being a corporate laptop it has TPM 2.0, optional BitLocker encryption, and a suite of BIOS/firmware security options (not visible but standard for Latitudes).

Notable Features: Intel Evo certification (long battery, instant wake). AI-driven Dell Optimizer for performance/battery tuning. Minimal bloatware – just Dell Update/Optimizers. Strong security: IR camera + privacy shutter, fingerprint login, optional smartcard.

Software

The Latitude runs Windows 10 Pro (upgradeable to Windows 11 Pro), keeping it compatible with all business software. Dell does not flood the system with bloatware. As Mark Ramirez of LaptopMag notes, Dell is “minimalist” about pre-loaded softwarelaptopmag.com. Instead, it includes helpful proprietary tools like Dell Command (updates and diagnostics), Dell Optimizer (mentioned above), and Dell Power Manager (battery control). These are generally seen as useful, not annoyances.

In everyday use, the Latitude boots quickly and resumes from sleep instantly, thanks to SSD storage and Evo certification. Performance is reliable; security patches via Windows Update install without drama (especially with Dell Update). The keyboard layout is standard and includes dedicated keys for volume, camera mute, etc., making workflows smooth.

Pros & Cons

Pros:

Portable and Premium: Slim magnesium‑aluminum build feels very sturdy yet lightweight for a convertible. Great for executives on the go.

Excellent Battery: Consistently over 11+ hours in testing, plus fast charging.

Strong Performance: 11th‑Gen Core CPU with Iris Xe handles business tasks and light content creation easily.

Full Feature Set: Two Thunderbolt 4 ports, HDMI, microSD, optional LTE – very versatile.

Business Security: IR webcam with privacy shutter, fingerprint reader, TPM 2.0, Dell data protection software.

Quiet and Cool: Runs without loud fans or hot surfaces under normal loads.

Cons:

No Stylus Included: Dell does not bundle an active pen, which is an odd omission for a 2-in-1; users must buy separately. LaptopMag specifically noted “it wouldn’t have killed Dell to add a stylus”laptopmag.com.

Display Brightness: While color is good, the panel is only ~260 nits in practice, making it a bit dim in bright ambient light (competition is brighter).

Limited Expandability: RAM is soldered (up to 16GB only) and storage is fixed; you cannot upgrade these later.

Price: It’s relatively expensive (review unit ~$2,079). Cheaper Ultrabooks exist, though they often lack the business features.

Conclusion

The Dell Latitude 7320 2-in-1 is “one heck of a portable powerhouse” tailored for business professionals. Its combination of a sturdy, elegant design and strong performance make it an excellent choice for corporate users who travel or work remotely. The long battery life means you can work all day on one charge, and the convertible form factor adds versatility (tablet mode, presentation mode, etc.). We were impressed by its overall polish – the premium feel, security features, and minimal software bloat all contribute to a reliable experience.

The main drawbacks are mostly corner cases: you’ll have to buy a pen if you need one, and the display isn’t as bright as some rivals. At roughly $2,000 for a well‑equipped model, it’s not cheap. If you must shave costs, consider a base i5/8GB config, but 16GB is recommended for heavy use. Competitors like the HP EliteBook x360 1040 G7 offer slightly better battery life (15+ hours) at a higher price, but Dell’s package is still very compelling.

In summary, the Latitude 7320 2-in-1 excels as a secure, lightweight 2-in-1 with serious power and endurance. It’s ideal for executives and mobile professionals who need a robust machine for everyday work tasks. For general productivity in 2025, it’s a top-tier choice in the business laptop category.

Related Resources

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Author: Wiredu Fred is a tech blogger and educator who specializes in clear, detailed reviews of laptops, gadgets, and software. He combines professional insight with hands-on testing to help readers make informed tech decisions.