Dell Latitude E7470
It can’t run Windows 11 officially, but it can stay useful for years with Linux Mint or ChromeOS Flex.
Windows 11
Not supportedIts 6th-gen Intel processors aren’t on Microsoft’s supported list.
Linux
Runs wellDell sold this model with Ubuntu, so Linux support is good.
ChromeOS Flex
CertifiedCertified by Google, with ChromeOS Flex support until 2027.
Our recommendation
Enroll in Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (free for most people) to stay safe until October 12, 2027, then move to Linux Mint or ChromeOS Flex.
Tech specs
| Released | 2016 · Laptop |
|---|---|
| Processor | 6th gen Intel Core i3, i5 or i7 (U-series), such as i5-6200U, i5-6300U or i7-6600U |
| Generation | Intel 6th gen |
| Memory | 2 slots, DDR4, up to 16 GB |
| Storage | One M.2 2280 slot (SATA or NVMe). No 2.5-inch bay |
| Security chip | TPM 1.2 or 2.0 (switchable with Dell’s TPM firmware tool) |
Upgrades worth making
An M.2 SSD and 8 to 16 GB of memory make it comfortable for Linux Mint or ChromeOS Flex.
Frequently asked questions
Can the Dell Latitude E7470 run Windows 11?
It can’t run Windows 11 officially, but it can stay useful for years with Linux Mint or ChromeOS Flex. Its 6th-gen Intel processors aren’t on Microsoft’s supported list.
Can the Dell Latitude E7470 run Linux?
Runs well. Dell sold this model with Ubuntu, so Linux support is good.
Does ChromeOS Flex work on the Dell Latitude E7470?
Certified by Google, with ChromeOS Flex support until 2027.
How much memory can the Dell Latitude E7470 take?
2 slots, DDR4, up to 16 GB.
What storage does the Dell Latitude E7470 use?
One M.2 2280 slot (SATA or NVMe). No 2.5-inch bay.