When choosing between the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490, the Vivobook is better for tasks that demand high performance, like video editing or gaming, mainly due to a superior processor and graphics capabilities. It also has a high-resolution OLED display that offers vibrant colors and contrast, which can be important for those who value screen quality for multimedia and creative work. However, the Vivobook may have lower battery life and is more expensive. On the other hand, the Latitude is a more budget-friendly option with longer battery life, which could be attractive for users who need a reliable, cost-effective laptop for general business or school-related tasks. The Latitude offers a sturdy build and professional features but falls short in display quality and graphics performance compared to the Vivobook. Overall, the choice depends on balancing the need for high performance and screen quality against cost and battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14
Good for engineering and design
Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
Very good speakers
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.0/10
6.5/10
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 excels in engineering and design use because it is equipped with a more powerful Intel i5-11300H processor and an OLED screen with higher resolution and color accuracy, which is crucial for design work. The Dell Latitude 14 7490, while more portable with a longer battery life and quieter operation, features an older i7-8650U processor and lower resolution IPS screen, making it less suited for intensive engineering tasks and professional design applications.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
6.7/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
385.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 14 7490 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 excels in screen quality for general use and engineering thanks to its superior panel type, high resolution, and brightness levels that enhance visual clarity and color representation. For engineering and design work, its broader color gamuts ensure more precise color accuracy, essential for professional editing and modeling tasks. However, for gaming and 3D applications, it falls short because of the lower refresh rate, which is critical for smooth motion rendering and a responsive gaming experience.
Battery
8.0 Hours
9.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 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.
Cost
$548
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The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has a price of $548 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 costs $300.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 with its OLED screen provides a sharper image and more vibrant colors compared to the Dell Latitude 14 7490's IPS display, which might make it appealing for those prioritizing screen quality despite its less powerful i5 processor over Dell's i7. However, the Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers twice the storage, more RAM for better multitasking, and longer battery life, factors that contribute to its higher suitability for general use over the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
5.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has a decent GPU suitable for light gaming and a high screen refresh rate which provides smoother visuals, but the GPU isn't ideal for intensive 3D applications; whereas the Dell Latitude 14 7490 also has a fair GPU, which can handle some gaming, but its standard refresh rate screen is less equipped for fast-paced games.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.3/10
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and ASUS Vivobook Pro 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
7.2/10
7.1/10
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 and Dell Latitude 14 7490 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.4/10
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 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 Vivobook Pro 14 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 compare to other laptops
"The Asus Vivobook Pro 14 OLED is a Pantone Validated laptop that packs a lot of processing power. The Asus VivoBook Pro 14 OLED's highlight is its outstanding display: Featuring a 3K resolution in the 16:10 format and nearly a 100% coverage of the Display P3 color space, the display hardly leaves anything to be desired. The Asus laptop also shows impeccable rates in terms of general system performance. Combined with long battery life, low noise emissions, and relatively good speakers, the laptop can be recommended to users who can accept compromises in terms of connectivity."
"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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