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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Dell Latitude 14 7490's more affordable price can be a compelling reason to choose it over the Lenovo Slim 7 16, especially if your needs are basic such as internet browsing, office applications, and media consumption. Its Intel i7 processor and integrated graphics are suitable for general use, although it may struggle with demanding tasks. Meanwhile, the Lenovo Slim 7 16, though more expensive, offers a significant step up in performance with an AMD Ryzen 7 processor and dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 graphics, making it a better option for intensive tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming. Additionally, the Lenovo often provides a sharper display with higher resolution, which might be beneficial for creative work. While the Dell offers practicality and budget-friendliness, the Lenovo shines in performance and display quality, though it may come with increased weight and potentially shorter battery life due to the more powerful components. Consider what's more important for your usage: a budget-friendly laptop for everyday tasks or a higher-performing machine for more demanding applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
- Very good portability
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Slim 7 16
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.2
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
305.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both good for general use, though the Lenovo Slim 7 16 is somewhat better.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers a comfortable balance for general use with a solid CPU and RAM setup, adequate screen quality, and impressive battery life while staying relatively portable for easy transport. Conversely, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 steps up with a higher resolution and larger screen that enhances viewing and usability, backed by powerful graphics and a strong processor, though it is heavier and may be less convenient to carry around. Both carry the same amount of memory and storage which are sufficient for most tasks but the Lenovo may handle multitasking and demanding applications better.
Gaming and AI
5.9
6.6
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is poor.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is fair for gaming and 3D due to its onboard GPU which is less suited for these tasks, and a standard refresh rate screen, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 is similarly fair, offering a considerably more capable discrete GPU which is better for gaming and 3D application, alongside a high refresh rate screen which provides smoother visuals but may still lag behind dedicated gaming laptops.
Engineering and Design
6.5
7.5
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is only fair.
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 is preferred for engineering and design due to its more powerful AMD processor and dedicated Nvidia graphics card, which outperform the Dell Latitude 14 7490's older Intel chip and integrated graphics, providing better performance for demanding applications. Additionally, the Lenovo offers a higher-resolution and brighter display that is beneficial for detailed visual tasks, even though it's less portable and has a slightly lower quality keyboard than the Dell.
Screen Quality
6.7
8.3
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
305.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 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 offers a display with adequate resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming, but the Lenovo Slim 7 16's higher resolution and superior brightness provide a more vivid and crisp viewing experience. When it comes to engineering and design, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 excels with a wider color gamut, offering more accurate color reproduction which is key for detailed and color-critical work, whereas the Dell Latitude is less ideal due to its more limited color range. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to their lower refresh rates, which means less smooth visuals in fast-paced scenarios, yet the resolution and panel quality still make them adequate for less demanding graphics work.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has very good portability, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$300
$1,440
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a price of $300 and the Lenovo Slim 7 16 costs $1,440.
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Key similarities
Content Creation
7.3
7.6
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 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
7.6
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 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.
Battery
9.5 Hours
9.5 Hours
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has 9.5 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.8
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 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 Slim 7 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Latitude 14 7490 | Lenovo Slim 7 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$300 | $1,440 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2018 | June 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13'' x 8.7'' x 0.8'' | 14'' x 9.7'' x 0.69'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.11 lbs | 4.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13" | 14.01" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.7" | 9.68" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-8650U | AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 9.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60 Wh | 75 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 | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 7.6/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
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."
Lenovo Slim 7 16
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Eric Grevstad | March 2022
"At $1,011, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 Pro is a real bargain among full-sized laptops, with a handsome 16-inch, 16:10 aspect ratio touch screen, a speedy CPU, a comfortable keyboard, ample memory, and a roomy solid-state drive. It's not a blazing gaming rig or mobile workstation, but it doesn't pretend to be. Its biggest negative is that it may be hard to find—during our review, it sold out and was marked "Temporarily Unavailable" on Lenovo's site."
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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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