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When deciding between the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490, consider your priorities. The Zenbook Pro 17 offers superior performance suitable for demanding tasks like 3D rendering or intensive engineering software, due to a higher-end processor and dedicated graphics card. It has a larger, 17-inch display, but this makes it heavier and less portable. The Latitude 14 7490, being more budget-friendly, is suitable for general use, lighter tasks, and provides easier portability with a smaller 14-inch screen. Battery life varies between devices, so if long-lasting power is crucial, pay attention to their respective battery performances. Consider the newer operating system and better display quality of the Zenbook if these factors are important to you, while the Latitude's advantage lies in cost savings and mobility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
- Very good portability
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.3
7.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is very good for general use, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 stands out for general use due to its superior CPU and RAM, coupled with excellent screen quality, although its larger size and shorter battery life compared to some models might reduce portability. The Dell Latitude 14 7490, while still good for general use, offers less powerful CPU and RAM with a smaller screen but benefits from longer battery life and better portability, making it a more travel-friendly option.
Gaming and AI
6.9
5.9
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications because it's equipped with a Nvidia RTX 3050 graphics card known for stronger performance in these areas, whereas the Dell Latitude 14 7490 uses an Intel UHD Graphics 620, which is less capable for such tasks. Both laptops share a similar screen refresh rate, but the superior GPU in the ASUS makes a significant difference for gaming and graphic-intensive work.
Engineering and Design
8.1
6.5
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is favored for engineering and design because it has a stronger processor and graphics card, more memory and storage, and a higher-quality screen, which are all very important for such tasks. In contrast, the Dell Latitude 14 7490, while more portable, has less powerful specifications overall, making it less suitable for demanding engineering software and detailed design work.
Content Creation
8.2
7.3
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 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.
Software Development
7.9
7.1
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both good for software development, though the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
7.2
6.7
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 14 7490 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When considering screen quality for general use, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 offers a clearer and brighter display, providing sharper images and more vibrant colors than the Dell Latitude, which may affect how enjoyable everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming are. For engineering and design, the Zenbook Pro 17's display covers a wider range of colors, crucial for accurately rendering designs, whereas the Latitude has decent color coverage but may not be as precise for professional design work. For gaming and 3D applications, the Zenbook falls short because it lacks a high refresh rate, making it less suited for smooth, fast-paced visuals compared to laptops specifically designed for gaming.
Portability
Good
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
5.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has very good portability, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has good 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 Zenbook Pro 17 has a price of $1,500 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 costs $300.
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Key similarities
Battery
9.0 Hours
9.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 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
7.2
7.4
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 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 Zenbook Pro 17 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 | Dell Latitude 14 7490 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | April 1, 2018 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 10.2'' x 0.74'' | 13'' x 8.7'' x 0.8'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.18 lbs | 3.11 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.55" | 13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.18" | 8.7" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX | Intel i7-8650U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 9.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 76 Wh | 60 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 400 nits | 305 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 3 | |
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Henry T. Casey | April 2018
"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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