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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is a budget-friendly option with robust build quality, typically catering to business users seeking durability and serviceability. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" leans towards a lower midrange price point while offering a larger screen and potentially better integrated graphics performance thanks to its AMD Ryzen processor, though it comes with less RAM than the Dell. Choose the Dell Latitude for a more affordable, business-oriented machine with higher RAM, or the Lenovo IdeaPad for a more recent processor and better graphics performance, albeit at a typically higher price with a larger display. Keep in mind, the Lenovo may come with a more modern version of Windows and may weigh more, which could affect portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
- Very good portability
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15"
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.7
6.5
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
305.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
341.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" for general use, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has a better screen for content creation.
For general use, the Dell Latitude's brighter display and higher resolution enhance visibility and clarity, providing a richer experience than the Lenovo IdeaPad's fair screen, which may lack the same level of sharpness and brightness. In engineering and design, the Dell's wider color gamut ensures more precise color representation crucial for detailed work, surpassing the Lenovo's fair capabilities which may not cover the full spectrum as comprehensively. As for gaming and 3D applications, the Lenovo's refresh rate may not be high enough to prevent motion blur or provide a smooth visual experience, and the Dell, despite its strong color accuracy, falls short with an inadequate refresh rate too, hindering any fast-paced visual performance.
Battery
9.5 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has 11 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
$300
$690
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a price of $300 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" costs $690.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.2
7.4
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
305.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
341.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is suitable for general use due to its balanced CPU performance, ample RAM, and high screen quality, which are supported by its solid battery life and portability, making it practical for various tasks and environments. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" also fits general use with its strong CPU and sufficient RAM, complemented by a clear screen, decent battery life, and ease of carrying around, though these devices differ in build and may prioritize different aspects of the somewhat important factors.
Gaming and AI
5.9
6.2
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
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is poor.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490's gaming and 3D capabilities are limited by its Intel UHD Graphics 620, which is less suited for such tasks, and both laptops have a screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is not ideal for high frame rate gaming. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15", while also having the same screen refresh rate limitation, features an AMD Ryzen 7 5825U Vega 8 GPU, which generally provides better performance for gaming and 3D applications compared to the Dell's GPU.
Engineering and Design
6.5
6.7
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a more powerful CPU and double the RAM than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15", making it better suited for demanding engineering and design tasks; however, both laptops have sufficient storage capacity and similar screen quality, which are very important for these fields. While the Dell Latitude is lighter, aiding in portability, both have quality keyboards and operate with minimal noise, but it is worth noting that the Lenovo has a more up-to-date operating system, as these somewhat important factors might also influence your choice.
Content Creation
7.3
7.3
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and Dell Latitude 14 7490 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
7.3
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both good for software development.
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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 14 7490 to have very good portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.6
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" 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 Latitude 14 7490 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 14 7490 | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$300 | $690 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2018 | August 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13'' x 8.7'' x 0.8'' | 14'' x 9.2'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.11 lbs | 4.08 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13" | 14.01" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.7" | 9.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-8650U | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60 Wh | 57 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 | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 305 nits | 341 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 7.8/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
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 | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
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."
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15"
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Marcus Schwarten | August 2021
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 is convincing due to its long battery life. The device scores points especially with its large battery and long battery runtimes combined with its low consumption. The CPU and GPU perform in the test as one would expect, and in line with what was familiar from the somewhat smaller 14-inch sister model, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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