In choosing between the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and the Dell Latitude 14 7490, consider your primary needs. The ASUS is designed for gaming and high-performance tasks, offering superior graphics and processing power, making it ideal for 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming. However, its high performance comes with less portability due to its size and shorter battery life. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude is known for its portability and longer battery life, making it well-suited for general use and business on the go. While more affordable, it won't match the ASUS in handling resource-intensive applications. If cost is a significant factor and your usage is primarily for work and typical daily tasks, the Dell Latitude may be the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
Very good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
5.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition provides a superior gaming and 3D experience with its high-performance AMD GPU and a screen refresh rate of 300 Hz, which is ideal for fast-paced gaming. In comparison, the Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a basic integrated GPU and a standard refresh rate of 60 Hz, which suffice for casual use but are less suitable for demanding gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
6.5/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition excels in engineering and design due to its potent AMD Ryzen 9 CPU and AMD RX 6800M GPU, providing strong performance for computational and graphical tasks, albeit with a heavier build less suited for frequent mobility.
Screen Quality
7.9/10
6.7/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 14 7490 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
When considering the ASUS ROG Strix G15 for general use, its high resolution and bright display enhance visual clarity and comfort, but the model may fall short for gaming due to a lower refresh rate, which is crucial for smooth gameplay. The Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers sufficient resolution and brightness for everyday tasks, making it a decent option for general use. Both laptops are equipped with panels that can display a wide range of colors, an important feature for engineering and design work, but their lower refresh rates and potential lack of gaming-specific features like response times may not satisfy the needs of 3D applications or high-end gaming.
Portability
Fair
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.1 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,500
$300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a price of $1,500 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 costs $300.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition, with its robust CPU and dedicated GPU, is ideal for general use that may include occasional gaming or graphic-intensive tasks, while its heavier weight and larger size impact its portability. Meanwhile, the Dell Latitude 14 7490's strength lies in its lighter weight and more compact size for better portability, balanced with a capable CPU for everyday tasks, although it is less suited for heavy graphics work due to its integrated GPU. Both offer similar RAM and high-quality screens, with slight variations in battery life favoring the Dell, and their storage capacities are on par, ensuring smooth operation for general-use applications.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.3/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and Dell Latitude 14 7490 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
7.3/10
7.1/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both good for software development.
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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
9.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has 9 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
7.8/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and Dell Latitude 14 7490 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Strix G15, as the first in a line of "AMD Advantage"-branded notebooks, is a statement that yes, you can get a premium AMD gaming notebook. Maybe you can't have it all, but you can get pretty close. The ROG Strix G15's combination of the AMD Ryzen 5900HX and Radeon RX 6800M, as well as other technologies that take advantage of them, make a potent, thin gaming machine. Powerful Dolby Atmos speakers and long battery life when you aren't gaming are nice bonuses."
"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 ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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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