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Updated January 12, 2024·

The Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers higher storage capacity and more RAM, which is better suited for multitasking and data-intensive tasks. It also features an Intel i7 processor, commonly recognized for its performance, which is beneficial for demanding applications. In comparison, the HP 14" Laptop has less storage and RAM, which makes it less capable for heavy workloads, but it has a newer AMD Ryzen 5 processor with integrated graphics that are generally good for everyday tasks and some lightweight gaming. However, the HP is slightly heavier and may have a shorter battery life due to its lower battery capacity. The choice between the two should be based on whether you prioritize performance and storage (Dell) or a balance between cost and general use (HP). Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
  • Good for general use
  • Good for software development
  • Good overall build quality
  • Very good speakers
  • Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 14" Laptop
  • The HP 14" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 14 7490.

Key differences

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Screen Quality

6.7
Latitude 14 7490
14" Laptop
6.3
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
305.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a better screen than the HP 14" Laptop for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.

Build Quality

7.4
Latitude 14 7490
14" Laptop
6.0
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has good build quality, while the HP 14" Laptop has only fair build quality.

Cost

$300
Latitude 14 7490
14" Laptop
$414
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The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a price of $300 and the HP 14" Laptop costs $414.
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Key similarities

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General Use

7.2
Latitude 14 7490
14" Laptop
6.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
305.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 14 7490 to be good for general use, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.

Gaming and AI

5.9
Latitude 14 7490
14" Laptop
5.8
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and HP 14" Laptop are both poor for gaming and AI.

Engineering and Design

6.5
Latitude 14 7490
14" Laptop
6.0
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and HP 14" Laptop are both only fair for engineering and design.

Content Creation

7.3
Latitude 14 7490
14" Laptop
7.0
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and HP 14" Laptop are both good for content creation.

Software Development

7.1
Latitude 14 7490
14" Laptop
6.8
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 14 7490 to be good for software development, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.

Battery

9.5 Hours
Latitude 14 7490
14" Laptop
8.5 Hours
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The HP 14" Laptop has 8.5 hours of battery life.

Portability

Very Good
Latitude 14 7490
14" Laptop
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 14" Laptop and Dell Latitude 14 7490 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.

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How the Dell Latitude 14 7490 and the HP 14" Laptop compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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Dell Latitude 14 7490HP 14" Laptop
Dell Latitude 14 7490HP 14" Laptop

GENERAL

Price
$300
$414
Release Date
April 1, 2018October 1, 2021
Overall Dimensions
13'' x 8.7'' x 0.8''12.8'' x 8.9'' x 0.7''
Weight
3.11 lbs3.22 lbs
Width
13"12.76"
Depth
8.7"8.86"

INTERNAL

Processor
Intel i7-8650UAMD Ryzen 5 5500U
RAM
16 GB8 GB
DDR Memory Version
44
RAM Slots
22
Storage
512 GB256 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
9.5 Hours8.5 Hours
Battery Capacity
60 Wh41 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
14"14"
Display Technology
IPSIPS
Resolution
1920 x 10801920 x 1080
Refresh Rate
60Hz60Hz
Display Brightness
305 nits265 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
7.4/106/10
Portability Score
8.2/108.3/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
NoNo
Premium Business Laptop
YesNo
Fan Noise Score
8.8/108.8/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
7/106/10
Speaker Quality Score
8/106.5/10
Webcam
720p720p
Fingerprint Reader
YesNo
Backlit Keyboard
YesNo
Number Pad
NoNo

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
32
USB-C ports
11
USB-C Charging
NoNo
Display Outputs
21
Thunderbolt Version
3N/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."

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Consumer Reports

Nicholas De Leon | October 2022
"This feels like an ideal laptop for someone who doesn’t want to spend a lot of money on a laptop and isn’t too bothered by things like build quality or construction. It’s a laptop that will be used to pay bills, keep track of expenses, do some online shopping, and will be tucked away in a spare bedroom/home office. It’s an appliance designed to do a job without fuss. It’s not a premium experience—the materials do feel a little cheap, the display won’t exactly wow you, and the battery life is nothing to write home about, especially if you’ve used more expensive devices. But overall it’s not too shabby, especially for the price."

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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 HP

HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.

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