When choosing between the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490, consider the following: ASUS offers superior graphics, which benefits gaming and graphically intensive tasks, while Dell provides ease of portability due to its smaller size and lighter weight. The ASUS will excel in engineering applications due to its high-end CPU and GPU, but bear in mind it has a higher price and is less portable. The Dell Latitude, while more cost-effective and portable, will struggle with heavier tasks and is better suited for general use rather than performance-heavy applications. Additionally, ASUS has a more up-to-date operating system and a longer battery life, but these advantages come with a heavier build, which could impact its convenience for those always on the move. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A15
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good battery life
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
Very good portability
Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
7.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
271.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both good for general use, though the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is somewhat better.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15's strong CPU and ample RAM make it efficient for demanding tasks, and its high refresh rate display provides smooth visuals, but it is heavier and has a larger screen which affects portability. Conversely, the Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers good performance and screen quality for general use, a more portable design, and a touchscreen, but has a less powerful integrated GPU and shorter battery life than the A15.
Gaming and AI
8.0/10
5.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is poor.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 stands out for gaming and 3D applications due to its Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 144Hz, which collectively deliver smooth, detailed visuals and responsive gameplay. Conversely, the Dell Latitude 14 7490, with a less powerful Intel UHD Graphics 620 and a standard 60Hz refresh rate, offers a more modest performance that may not keep up with demanding games and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
6.5/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 excels in engineering and design use due to its superior CPU and GPU, which are essential for demanding tasks, and a high-quality screen for detailed work, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490, with a more modest processor and integrated graphics, is less suited for intensive 3D and design applications, but offers better portability and a touchscreen.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.3/10
9.1/10
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 TUF Gaming A15 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
7.2/10
6.7/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 14 7490 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15, with its focus on gaming, likely has a high refresh rate which is essential for 3D applications, but may lack in resolution or panel quality, affecting its screen quality for gaming. The Dell Latitude 14 7490, although not geared towards gaming, provides a balanced display for general and engineering use, with a probable emphasis on resolution and adequate color representation, but its refresh rate might not be high enough for optimal 3D tasks. General use prioritizes a clear, bright display, which both models provide, but they might not excel in the refresh rates desired for high-end gaming or the color accuracy critical for professional design work.
Battery
11.0 Hours
9.5 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has 11 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
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.1 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has very good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,059
$300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a price of $2,059 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 costs $300.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.4/10
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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 TUF Gaming A15 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 compare to other laptops
"With the release of the TUF Gaming A15, Asos have concentrated on the essentials: gaming performance. Our base version, which can be had for around $1,169, already provided enough power to play current games smoothly in a native resolution of 1080p and with maximum details - thanks to its new Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop. If you utilize upscaling, then you can even manage to run ray tracing."
"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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