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Updated January 12, 2024·
Based on your needs and preferences, both laptops have their pros and cons. The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 is a 2-in-1 convertible that can function as both a laptop and a tablet, offering versatility for those who value flexibility in their device usage. It also operates quietly, which can be beneficial in environments where noise is a concern. On the downside, this model typically has less storage, lower memory, and a less powerful processor compared to the Dell. However, if a fanless design and the capability to use the device as a tablet are important to you, the Acer could be the right choice. The Dell Latitude 14 7490, which is generally less expensive, offers more storage space, more memory, and a more powerful processor, which will provide better performance for demanding tasks such as engineering software or demanding multitasking. It has a more traditional design and may not be as versatile as the convertible Acer but supports a professional environment with its build and capabilities. If performance and storage are your priority over the flexibility of a 2-in-1 design, the Dell should be your choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14
- The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 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 overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.5
7.2
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is good for general use, while the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 is only fair.
The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14, with an Intel i3 processor and 8GB of RAM, is tailored for moderate tasks, has a lower screen resolution and brightness, and provides basic storage, which makes it ample for casual use and offers fanless operation for a silent experience.
Engineering and Design
5.9
6.5
3.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 is fair for engineering and design due to its entry-level CPU and GPU, which may limit performance with demanding software, and its high-resolution 16:10 IPS screen that offers good screen real estate for multitasking. Conversely, the Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers more robust performance with a better CPU, ample RAM, and reliable integrated graphics suitable for less graphic-intensive engineering applications, all while maintaining a standard screen aspect ratio and quality suitable for design work.
Screen Quality
6.2
6.7
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, screen quality hinges on readability and comfort, so while both the Acer Aspire and Dell Latitude have adequate resolution and panel types, they may fall short on brightness, resulting in just fair quality. Engineering and design demand precision in colors, so the Dell stands out with better coverage of professional color gamuts essential for these tasks, offering good quality as opposed to the Acer's fair quality. However, in gaming and 3D, high refresh rates are crucial for fluidity and neither laptop excels here, and despite acceptable resolutions and panel types, both are considered to have poor screen quality in this area.
Battery
8.0 Hours
9.5 Hours
The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 has 8 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.
Build Quality
6.2
7.4
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$418
$300
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 has a price of $418 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 costs $300.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.8
5.9
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1200
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 3 Spin 14 are both poor for gaming and AI.
The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 and the Dell Latitude 7490 both have integrated graphics, with the Acer featuring Intel UHD Graphics Xe and the Dell having Intel UHD Graphics 620, which provide just enough power for fair gaming and 3D applications but won't handle high-demand games at their best.
Content Creation
7.0
7.3
3.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 are both good for content creation.
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
6.9
7.1
3.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 14 7490 to be good for software development, while the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 and Dell Latitude 14 7490 both have very good portability.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 | Dell Latitude 14 7490 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$418 | $300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | April 1, 2018 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.6'' x 9'' x 0.74'' | 13'' x 8.7'' x 0.8'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.31 lbs | 3.11 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.6" | 13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9" | 8.7" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i3-N305 | Intel i7-8650U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 9.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 40 Wh | 60 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 305 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 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 | 6.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 3 | |
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Olivier Martin, Ryan Lim, and Yannick Khong | November 2023
"The Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 is okay for school use. It feels reasonably well-built, and its compact design makes it easy to carry around. The battery lasts around seven hours of light use, so you only have to plug it in for a short time to get through a typical school day. The overall user experience is so-so; the display looks sharp but dim, and the touchpad is fairly responsive, albeit small."
Dell Latitude 14 7490
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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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