When considering the Asus Vivobook 17 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490, keep in mind that the Asus typically costs more but offers a larger 17.3-inch display, which is great for multimedia and productivity, but makes it less portable than the smaller 14-inch Dell. The Dell's higher specs with more storage and a more powerful processor are well-suited for intensive tasks like engineering or data analysis and can handle general use with ease; it also comes with professional-grade Windows 10 Pro, which might be beneficial for business users. However, the Asus starts with the latest Windows 11 Home and may provide a more modern user experience, though it has lower specs that might not support more demanding tasks as effectively as the Dell. The Dell, being more compact, offers more portability at the expense of screen size, which might be a priority for those who travel often or work remotely. Both laptops have their strengths, so your choice should be driven by what you value more: screen size and a modern OS with the Asus, or the higher performance and portability of the Dell. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 17
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 14 7490.
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
Good for software development
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2/10
6.7/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
263.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you're primarily using your laptop for everyday tasks like browsing and office work, the ASUS Vivobook 17 and Dell Latitude 14 7490 both offer screens that are good enough, though not top-tier, with acceptable brightness and resolution. The Dell pulls ahead for engineering and design due to its wider color gamut, providing better color accuracy essential for those fields. However, for gaming and 3D work, both laptops fall short with screens that don't have the high refresh rates required for smooth visuals, although their resolution and panel types are adequate for less demanding visual tasks.
Battery
6.0 Hours
9.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 17 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
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5/10
7.4/10
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$429
$300
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a price of $429 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 costs $300.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a less powerful CPU, half the RAM of the Dell Latitude 14 7490, and exhibits lower screen color quality, which makes it less suitable for tasks that require multitasking and accurate color representation. On the other hand, the Dell offers better portability due to its smaller size and lighter weight, coupled with a more powerful CPU and greater RAM, enhancing its overall performance for general use, though it comes at a higher price point.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
5.9/10
3.6/10
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
9.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook 17 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both considered fair for gaming and 3D because their integrated graphics are not ideal for demanding games or 3D applications, plus both have a basic screen refresh rate which is not optimal for fast-paced gaming that requires quick screen updates. The Dell has a somewhat better CPU and screen quality which can be advantageous for less intensive tasks, but it may not significantly improve gaming and 3D performance over the ASUS, which has a larger screen for more immersive visuals but also a less powerful processor.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
6.5/10
6.2/10
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 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook 17's weaker CPU and integrated graphics are less suited for demanding engineering and design tasks compared to the higher-end CPU and integrated graphics in the Dell Latitude 14 7490, although both offer mid-range screen quality and similar RAM amounts which are sufficient for moderate use. The Dell's smaller screen and lighter weight make it more portable and its better keyboard could offer a more comfortable experience for long work sessions, but both models have tradeoffs with the Vivobook offering a slightly larger screen for detailed work and the Latitude providing a more compact and travel-friendly option.
Content Creation
7.0/10
7.3/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and ASUS Vivobook 17 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
6.9/10
7.1/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
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 ASUS Vivobook 17 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.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 17 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 compare to other laptops
"The ASUS Vivobook 17 is an affordable 17-inch laptop with passive cooling. On one hand, you get a really quiet and cool work device with a good system performance, many connections, good maintenance options, speakers acceptable for multimedia enjoyment, and a sharp and clear matte FHD IPS display with the Asus VivoBook 17 (F712JA). On the other hand, the USB-C port lacks Power Delivery and DisplayPort, and the display, a higher brightness and better color space coverage."
"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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