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The Dell Latitude 7490 is a budget-friendly option that is lighter and boasts longer battery life, making it suitable for general use and business tasks, as well as for users needing portability and endurance on-the-go. On the other hand, the Lenovo Legion 5 Pro is more expensive and comes with a high-performance processor and gaming-grade graphics card, suited for 3D applications, machine learning, and gaming, but it's heavier which affects its portability. If cost and portability are priorities and your tasks don't demand the latest high-end graphics or processing power, the Dell might be the best option. However, if you require top-notch performance for intensive tasks and are less concerned about price and portability, the Lenovo would be a better fit. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Pro 5
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.2
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
305.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.6/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 and Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both good for general use, though the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is somewhat better.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers solid general use capabilities with its adequate processor, sufficient memory, and a high-definition IPS screen that's touch-capable, complemented by good portability due to its lightweight design and long battery life. On the other hand, the Lenovo Legion 5 Pro is equipped with a higher-performing CPU and superior graphics, a larger and sharper screen with a high refresh rate for smooth visuals, and ample storage, but it is less portable and has a shorter battery life, making it less ideal for on-the-go users despite its increased performance for tasks like gaming or heavy multimedia work.
Gaming and AI
5.9
8.4
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is poor.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics card and higher screen refresh rate of 165 Hz, compared to the Dell Latitude 14 7490 which has an Intel UHD Graphics 620 card and a 60 Hz screen refresh rate. While both have quality IPS displays, the better GPU and faster refresh rate of the Lenovo provide a smoother and more immersive gaming experience.
Engineering and Design
6.5
8.5
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 might be limited in engineering and design tasks due to its less powerful integrated Intel UHD Graphics, while the Lenovo Legion 5 Pro excels with its high-end Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a more robust AMD Ryzen processor which provide greater performance for demanding applications. Additionally, the Legion 5 Pro's superior screen quality with a higher resolution and color space coverage makes it better suited for visual-intensive work, though this comes at the cost of lower portability compared to the lighter, more compact Dell.
Content Creation
7.3
7.8
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 and Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both good for content creation, though the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 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.
Screen Quality
6.7
8.0
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
305.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 14 7490 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Dell Latitude 14 7490's screen offers a balance of resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 provides a sharper and brighter display, enhancing visual comfort and clarity. When it comes to engineering and design, the Legion Pro 5 stands out with superior color accuracy and range, vital for precision work, which the Latitude 14 7490 supports to a lesser extent. However, for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is key, neither laptop excels as they lack high refresh rate displays that provide fluid visuals critical in these areas.
Battery
9.5 Hours
3.5 Hours
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 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
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.1 lbs
WEIGHT
5.6 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has very good portability, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$300
$1,320
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a price of $300 and the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 costs $1,320.
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Key similarities
Software Development
7.1
7.6
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and Lenovo Legion Pro 5 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 Legion Pro 5 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Latitude 14 7490 | Lenovo Legion Pro 5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$300 | $1,320 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2018 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13'' x 8.7'' x 0.8'' | 14.3'' x 10.3'' x 0.97'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.11 lbs | 5.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13" | 14.31" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.7" | 10.25" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-8650U | AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 305 nits | 340 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 6.6/10 | |
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 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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 | 4 | |
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 Legion Pro 5
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Mark Knapp | July 2023
"It doesn't quite match its Legion Pro 7i sibling as an Editors' Choice winner, but Lenovo's AMD-powered Legion Pro 5 Gen 8 is a stylish, well-built gaming laptop with solid performance at both 1080p and its sharper native resolution. It's cheaper than some comparably equipped machines and better than some similarly priced ones. That's a recipe for success, even without its frequent availability of discounts or sales. A brighter screen and longer battery life would be nice, but even as is the Legion Pro 5 earns a solid recommendation."
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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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