The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is a premium gaming laptop known for high performance, which is ideal for 3D applications, machine learning, and gaming. It typically has powerful graphics and processing capabilities but comes with a higher price tag, less battery life, and is less portable compared to traditional laptops like the Dell Latitude. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is a business-oriented laptop, which may not be as powerful as the Zephyrus but offers more portability, longer battery life, and is more affordable, making it suitable for general use and non-intensive engineering tasks. If your focus is on gaming or high-end tasks and you're less concerned about price and portability, the ASUS might be the better choice. However, if you want a lower-priced, more portable laptop for everyday tasks, and you're not doing resource-heavy computing, the Dell Latitude could be more appropriate. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
Very good portability
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
7.2/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
309.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 and Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both good for general use, though the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15, with its powerful AMD Ryzen 9 CPU and RTX GPU, better screen resolution and refresh rate, is well-suited for both demanding tasks and general use, one tradeoff being its higher weight compared to the Dell Latitude 14 7490 which offers solid performance with an Intel i7 CPU and a more portable design, making it a practical choice for typical general use. While both laptops have quality IPS screens and sufficient RAM for general tasks, the ASUS's superior graphics and sharper display edge out the Dell's portability and touchscreen feature.
Gaming and AI
7.5/10
5.9/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is poor.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications because it has a high-end Nvidia RTX 3070 graphics card and a high screen refresh rate, accommodating smoother visuals and better rendering of fast action. In contrast, the Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a much less powerful Intel UHD Graphics 620 and a standard refresh rate, making it less ideal for demanding gaming and 3D activities.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
6.5/10
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is equipped with a higher-end CPU and GPU, more RAM, and superior screen quality, which are crucial for demanding engineering software and graphics work, whereas the Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers adequate performance for less intensive tasks with an emphasis on portability and a quieter operating environment, suitable for everyday office work and meetings. While the Zephyrus excels in power and display for detailed design, the Latitude balances moderate engineering needs with better mobility and less noise during use.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.3/10
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is very good for content creation, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is good.
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.
Screen Quality
7.9/10
6.7/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
309.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 14 7490 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15's high-resolution, bright display with an excellent panel type provides a crisp and clear viewing experience. Engineering and design professionals will appreciate the G15's wide color gamut, ensuring accurate color reproduction for precise work. However, gamers might be less impressed with the G15 as its refresh rate isn't as high as some gaming-specific models, so while resolution and panel quality are up to par, fast-paced games won't look as smooth.
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 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has very good build quality, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,637
$300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has a price of $1,637 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 costs $300.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 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
9.5 Hours
9.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has 9.5 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 compare to other laptops
"As long as you're aware of the fact that the GeForce RTX 3080 laptop version can only unfold its potential to a limited extent due to Asus's low TDP setting and that it can be slower than a fast RTX 3070 laptop, the ROG Zephyrus G15 GA503Q cuts a fine figure. One of the biggest highlights turns out to be the WQHD panel, since it attracts customers with 165 Hz, relatively fast response times, FreeSync, and good color-space coverage. Other selling points are the surprisingly rich sound, the long battery life, and the sleek design. In terms of looks, the white edition stands out nicely from the competition."
"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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