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Considering the price difference between the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and the Dell Latitude 14 7490, if top-notch performance for intensive tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming is a priority, the Inspiron 14 Plus could be a better choice since it has a more powerful processor and graphics. However, if budget is a concern and you primarily need a laptop for general tasks or business applications, the Latitude 7490 offers a more cost-effective solution with decent performance. The Latitude 7490 is also lighter and slightly smaller, making it more portable, while the Inspiron 14 Plus is heavier but comes with Windows 11 Pro and better screen resolution. Battery life may differ between the two, so consider if longer unplugged usage is important for your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
- Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.9
7.2
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
326.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both good for general use, though the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus, with a powerful CPU and ample RAM, offers a high-quality display and efficient heat management for general use, but it is less portable and has relatively shorter battery life. Conversely, the Dell Latitude 14 7490, while also having sufficient RAM and a quality screen, edges ahead with longer battery life and better portability, though it comes with an older and less powerful CPU.
Gaming and AI
6.6
5.9
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is considered good for gaming and 3D because it has a more powerful GPU with Intel i7-12700H Iris Xe graphics, which can handle games and 3D applications better than the Dell Latitude 14 7490, which comes with an older and less capable Intel UHD Graphics 620. Both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, but the better GPU in the Inspiron 14 Plus increases its suitability for gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.8
6.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is better suited for engineering and design thanks to its newer, more capable CPU, superior screen quality with higher resolution, and improved graphics. While the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is older and has a less powerful CPU and graphics, it does offer good portability and a decent screen, but it falls short for more demanding engineering and design tasks.
Content Creation
7.9
7.3
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both good for content creation, though the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is somewhat better.
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
7.7
7.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both good for software development, though the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 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
7.0
6.7
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
326.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 14 7490 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus likely offers a vibrant and sharp display suitable for tasks like browsing and watching videos, which explains its good screen quality for general use, but may lack the high refresh rate needed for smooth rendering in gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude 14 7490's fair screen quality for general use suggests it has an adequate display, but perhaps it doesn't quite match the Inspiron's in terms of brightness or sharpness. Both laptops, however, seem to cover a wider color spectrum making them good for engineering and design where color accuracy in visuals is crucial, though their less-than-ideal performance for gaming and 3D work indicates they don't cater to the high refresh rates that those fields typically demand.
Battery
6.0 Hours
9.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 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.
Cost
$808
$249
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a price of $808 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 costs $249.
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Key similarities
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and Dell Inspiron 14 Plus both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 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 Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 Plus | Dell Latitude 14 7490 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$808 | $249 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2022 | April 1, 2018 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 13'' x 8.7'' x 0.8'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 3.11 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 8.7" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-8650U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 9.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 60 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 326 nits | 305 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 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 | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 3 | |
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Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
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Allen Ngo | August 2022
"The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is for power users on a budget. If you're looking to maximize CPU and GPU performance on your next 14-inch laptop, then consider the pricier Razer Blade 14 or Asus Zephyrus G14. If you're looking for a thin-and-light 14-inch Ultrabook, then the Asus Zenbook 14 or LG Gram 14 may be better options. For the best of both worlds, however, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420 rides a fine line between extreme performance and portability while keeping prices at reasonable levels. Frequent travelers who rely on performance beyond what the Core U-series and integrated graphics series can offer will find the Dell to be a solid solution."
Dell Latitude 14 7490
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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 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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