Dell Vostro 14 5401

Laptop, from 2020 4 hardware reports
Memory
Up to 40 GB
2 laptop-size slots
Battery
40 Wh
Reported by the batteries
SSD and charger
Coming next
Checked from separate sources
Upgradable

Yes. 2 slots, up to 40 GB seen working.

It takes DDR4-3200 laptop-size sticks (SO-DIMM).

Slots
2 SO-DIMM slots
Type
DDR4-3200 260-pin SO-DIMM
Most seen working
40 GB; one machine runs 40 GB
Firmware says
32 GB maximum
How sure
4 of 4 reports show this layout
See 16 GB DDR4-3200 SO-DIMM on AmazonOpens an Amazon search for this exact spec.

Worked out from 4 hardware reports of this laptop. Sources and method. Updated 9 Nov 2026.

2 laptop-size slots
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Battery

Batteries in these laptops report 40 Wh.

That is the design capacity the batteries themselves report, and the label can read 1 to 3 Wh higher. Other pack sizes may have shipped, so check the capacity printed on yours before you order.

Dell Vostro 14 5401 battery on AmazonMatch the capacity and part number to the label on your battery.

From 4 battery readings. Sources and method. Updated 9 Nov 2026.

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Questions

Can I upgrade the RAM in the Dell Vostro 14 5401?

Yes. 2 slots, up to 40 GB seen working. It takes DDR4-3200 laptop-size sticks (SO-DIMM).

What type of RAM does the Dell Vostro 14 5401 use?

DDR4-3200 laptop-size sticks (SO-DIMM, 260-pin).

What battery does the Dell Vostro 14 5401 use?

Batteries in these laptops report 40 Wh, going by 4 reports. Other pack sizes may have shipped, so check the capacity printed on yours.

Is this my laptop?

Check the model name on the label underneath. It should read Vostro 14 5401.