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Updated January 12, 2024·
When deciding between the Dell Latitude 14 7490 and the Gigabyte G5, consider your primary use. The Dell offers better portability and longer battery life, which suits general use and business applications. Despite its lower price, it still provides ample performance with added durability for everyday tasks. In contrast, the Gigabyte G5, while more expensive, comes with a high-performance graphics card and a faster refresh rate display, catering to gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning tasks. The tradeoff is that it's heavier and has less battery life, making it less ideal for frequent travel. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
- Good for software development
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the Gigabyte G5
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
5.9
7.3
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte G5 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is poor.
The Gigabyte G5 is better suited for gaming and 3D due to its Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics card and a high screen refresh rate of 144Hz, which enable smoother visuals and better gaming performance. In contrast, the Dell Latitude 14 7490 with its Intel UHD Graphics 620 and a standard refresh rate of 60Hz offers more modest gaming capabilities, with less fluid graphics and motion rendering.
Engineering and Design
6.5
7.6
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Gigabyte G5 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490, which has an older and less powerful processor and integrated graphics, offers satisfactory performance for engineering and design but may struggle with more demanding tasks, whereas the Gigabyte G5, equipped with a newer and more robust processor and dedicated graphics, provides better handling of intensive applications typical in engineering and design work. Though both have IPS screens with similar resolutions, the Gigabyte's higher refresh rate indicates a smoother visual experience, but its heavier build and lower battery life suggests reduced portability compared to the Dell.
Screen Quality
6.7
6.8
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
305.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a better screen than the Gigabyte G5 for engineering and design, and software development, while the Gigabyte G5 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
For general use, the Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers clearer images and text with its higher resolution and brightness, while the Gigabyte G5's screen may seem less vibrant. When it comes to engineering and design, the Latitude surpasses the G5 because it covers a wider range of colors, crucial for precise visuals. However, neither is ideal for gaming or 3D applications; both have relatively low refresh rates, and although the G5's panel type may marginally improve the experience, it's not up to par with dedicated gaming laptops.
Battery
9.5 Hours
3.5 Hours
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte G5 has 3.5 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
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has very good portability, while the Gigabyte G5 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$300
$868
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a price of $300 and the Gigabyte G5 costs $868.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.2
7.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
305.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and Gigabyte G5 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is better for general use due to its more robust CPU and higher RAM, contributing to smoother multitasking and general performance, as well as its longer battery life which enhances portability. The Gigabyte G5, while it has a stronger GPU suitable for gaming and 3D tasks, has lower RAM which can affect performance in general use and a shorter battery life, making it less ideal for long periods away from power sources.
Content Creation
7.3
7.2
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and Gigabyte G5 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
7.1
6.8
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 14 7490 to be good for software development, while the Gigabyte G5 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.2
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and Gigabyte G5 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 Latitude 14 7490 and the Gigabyte G5 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 14 7490 | Gigabyte G5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$300 | $868 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2018 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13'' x 8.7'' x 0.8'' | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.89'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.11 lbs | 4.19 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13" | 14.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.7" | 9.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-8650U | Intel i5-12500H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 305 nits | 248 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 3 | N/A | |
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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."
Gigabyte G5
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Vaidyanathan Subramaniam | April 2023
"The Gigabyte G5 KE is a midrange gaming laptop that checks most boxes. Gigabyte makes good use of the Core i5-12500H and RTX 3060 Laptop GPU combo, and we find no untoward issues with overall performance. The dual-fan quad-heatpipe cooling arrangement does well to ensure that the underlying hardware doesn't throttle under load. That being said, the display is below par when compared to 2023 standards, especially when competing devices."
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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.
About Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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