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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
Screen Quality
6.7
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.
For general use, a laptop with fair screen quality like the Dell Latitude 14 7490 and HP 14" Laptop will have adequate resolution and brightness for day-to-day tasks like browsing and video streaming, but the panel type might not offer the best viewing angles or color reproduction. Engineering and design work, which benefits from the Dell's good screen quality, requires precise color accuracy and a wide color gamut to ensure the visuals on the screen match print and other media, which is less critical for the HP's fair-rating. When it comes to 3D and gaming, high refresh rates are crucial for smooth motion, and while both laptops have poor screen quality for these uses due to standard refresh rates, the resolution and panel type are sufficient for casual play but not optimal for competitive gaming or professional 3D work.
Build Quality
7.4
6.0
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has good build quality, while the HP 14" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$300
$399
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a price of $300 and the HP 14" Laptop costs $399.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.2
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.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is deemed good for general use due to its superior CPU, larger RAM, higher screen brightness, and better battery life compared to the HP 14" Laptop, which has a fair rating for general use owing to its less powerful processor, smaller RAM, lower screen brightness, and shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
5.9
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.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and the HP 14" Laptop are considered fair for gaming and 3D tasks mainly due to their integrated GPUs, which are sufficient for light gaming but not optimal for demanding games or 3D applications. Both laptops have displays with standard refresh rates, and while they have reasonable screen quality, neither of their GPUs nor displays are designed for high-end gaming or intensive 3D work.
Engineering and Design
6.5
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.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers a high-quality IPS screen, more RAM, and a stronger CPU, which are key for engineering and design tasks, yet it lacks a powerful GPU which is crucial for some intensive applications. Conversely, the HP 14" Laptop, while newer and slightly more portable, has less RAM and a lower-tier CPU; its integrated GPU also falls short for demanding graphics work, although it should suffice for less graphically intensive engineering software. Both laptops have fair screen quality but neither is ideal for the most demanding engineering applications due to their GPU limitations.
Content Creation
7.3
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.
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
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.
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.
Battery
9.5 Hours
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.
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
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.
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How the Dell Latitude 14 7490 and the HP 14" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 14 7490 | HP 14" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$300 | $399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2018 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13'' x 8.7'' x 0.8'' | 12.8'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.11 lbs | 3.22 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.7" | 8.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-8650U | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 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 | 305 nits | 265 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 3 | N/A | |
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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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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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