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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Acer Aspire 1, being less expensive, is suitable for basic tasks like browsing the web and using office applications, with the tradeoff being lower performance and possibly build quality. The Dell Latitude 14 7490, on the other hand, will likely offer better performance, build quality, and possibly better customer support due to its positioning in a higher market segment, which justifies its higher price. If your work involves more demanding tasks like photo editing or multitasking with many programs, the extra investment in the Dell may be justified. However, for everyday tasks and casual use, the Acer could save you money without significant compromises. Consider battery life and portability as well: a lighter, longer-lasting laptop may benefit you more if you're frequently on the move. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 1
- The Acer Aspire 1 has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 14 7490.
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
- Good for general use
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.8
7.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is good for general use, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers better performance for general use than the Acer Aspire 1 due to its higher-quality CPU and more RAM, which means faster and smoother operation in daily tasks. Additionally, the Dell boasts a more vibrant IPS display, larger storage capacity, and longer battery life, making it more suited for those who prioritize a responsive system, good screen quality and can manage with less portability. The Acer, on the other hand, is lighter, which could benefit users who value portability over performance, but is hampered by a lower-tier CPU, less RAM, an inferior TN screen and shorter battery life.
Engineering and Design
5.5
6.5
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 1 is considered poor for engineering and design use because it has a lower-end CPU, less RAM, and a basic graphics capability compared to the Dell Latitude 14 7490, which has a more capable CPU, more RAM, and a better-integrated graphics processor, making it fair for these tasks. Additionally, the Latitude 7490's higher-quality IPS screen and greater portability due to its lighter weight also contribute to its suitability for engineering and design use, compared to the Aspire 1's lower-grade TN panel and slightly heavier build.
Content Creation
5.9
7.3
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is good for content creation, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
6.1
7.1
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is good for software development, while the Acer Aspire 1 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
5.2
6.7
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 1 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If screen quality is a priority, the Acer Aspire 1 falls short in clarity, brightness, and color, making it less enjoyable for any use. The Dell Latitude 14 7490, with higher resolution and better brightness, offers a satisfying experience for daily tasks and professional design work due to its decent color accuracy, but it's not designed for gaming or 3D because of its average refresh rate, despite acceptable resolution and panel quality. For Engineers and Designers who value color fidelity, neither are ideal, but the Dell is the better pick; gaming enthusiasts should look elsewhere for smoother visuals.If you primarily use your laptop for browsing the web, watching videos, and office tasks, the Acer Aspire 1 might disappoint due to its low-resolution and dim
Battery
6.0 Hours
9.5 Hours
The Acer Aspire 1 has 6 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has 9.5 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has very good portability, while the Acer Aspire 1 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.5
7.4
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 1 has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$244
$300
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
$450
The Acer Aspire 1 has a price of $244 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 costs $300.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.6
5.9
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and Acer Aspire 1 are both poor for gaming and AI.
The Acer Aspire 1 has less capable integrated graphics and a lower-quality TN screen, making it poor for gaming and 3D applications, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers slightly better integrated graphics and a higher-quality IPS screen, which is why it's considered fair for these purposes; however, both are limited by their standard 60Hz screen refresh rate. Despite the Dell's advantages, neither laptop is particularly well-suited for gaming or 3D tasks due to their integrated graphics and refresh rate limitations.
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How the Acer Aspire 1 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Aspire 1 | Dell Latitude 14 7490 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$244 | $300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | April 1, 2018 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 9.4'' x 0.78'' | 13'' x 8.7'' x 0.8'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 3.11 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 8.7" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4500 | Intel i7-8650U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 9.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 36.7 Wh | 60 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 305 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 5.4/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 0 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 3 | |
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CNET
Joshua Goldman | May 2020
"There are no surprises and nothing's extraordinary here but this laptop's price. For those in need of an inexpensive Windows laptop for undemanding tasks, though, the Acer Aspire 1 offers just enough to get the basics done and a larger screen to do them on."
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Henry T. Casey | April 2018
"The Dell Latitude 7490's got the speed you need (and then some), a keyboard that's comfortable enough for writing all day long and a battery that supports a full 8-hour workday. If only the display were brighter and it managed heat better. If you need every minute of battery life you can get, the extended-battery version of the Lenovo ThinkPad T480 lasts 8 hours longer than the Latitude 7490, but its display is much less colorful."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
About Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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