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Updated January 12, 2024·
When selecting between the Dell Latitude 14 7490 and the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i, consider your priorities. The Dell offers a more budget-friendly option, likely with adequate performance for everyday tasks like browsing, office work, and multimedia. However, the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i, while more expensive, typically boasts higher performance suited to demanding tasks such as video editing, 3D rendering, and gaming. It may also offer a more premium build, higher resolution display, and longer battery life. If you need a laptop for travel or long periods away from power outlets, the Lenovo's likely superior battery life could be beneficial. On the other hand, if portability and saving money are your main concerns, the Dell may suffice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
- Very good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Best in class overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.2
8.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
305.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
618.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is very good for general use, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is good.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i offers a superior experience for general use due to its higher resolution and brighter Mini LED screen, more powerful CPU, and significantly larger RAM, enhancing multitasking and overall performance, but at the expense of greater weight and lower battery life. In comparison, the Dell Latitude 14 7490, while offering lower screen quality and performance specs, compensates with lighter weight and longer battery life, making it a more practical option for users who prioritize portability and endurance over peak performance and display fidelity.
Gaming and AI
5.9
7.6
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is poor.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i outperforms the Dell Latitude 14 7490 in gaming and 3D tasks primarily because it has a significantly more powerful Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate, which are very important for these activities. While the Dell Latitude comes with an Intel UHD Graphics 620 that is considerably less capable for demanding tasks and offers a standard refresh rate, the Lenovo not only has better graphical performance but also a display that updates more often, contributing to a smoother visual experience.
Engineering and Design
6.5
8.9
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is only fair.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i outperforms the Dell Latitude 14 7490 in engineering and design due to its superior CPU, double the RAM for complex tasks, a far more powerful GPU for demanding graphics, and a higher quality Mini LED screen offering sharper visuals and better color accuracy. While the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is lighter and thus more portable, with longer battery life and less operating noise, the Lenovo's advanced hardware configuration makes it more suitable for intensive engineering applications despite being slightly heavier and having a shorter battery life.
Content Creation
7.3
8.5
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is very good for content creation, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is good.
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
8.3
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is very good for software development, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is good.
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.
Screen Quality
6.7
9.6
14.0in
SIZE
14.5in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
305.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
618.0 nits
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i 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 Lenovo Slim Pro 9i excels with a high-resolution display that offers greater clarity and a bright screen, enhancing visibility in various lighting conditions, whereas the Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers decent visibility but not as crisp an image. When it comes to engineering and design, the Lenovo's superior coverage of color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB ensures that colors are accurately represented, which is crucial for precision work, a feature where the Dell performs well but can't match the Lenovo. However, neither laptop is ideal for gaming and 3D applications, as their screens don't have high refresh rates, although their resolutions and panel types are sufficient for moderate performance in these scenarios.
Battery
9.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i has 6 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
8.0
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i has very good build quality, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$300
$1,600
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a price of $300 and the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i costs $1,600.
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Key similarities
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.5in
3.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.8in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 14 7490 to have very good portability, while the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i has good portability.
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Spec Comparison
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| Dell Latitude 14 7490 | Lenovo Slim Pro 9i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$300 | $1,600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2018 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13'' x 8.7'' x 0.8'' | 12.9'' x 9.6'' x 0.85'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.11 lbs | 3.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13" | 12.9" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.7" | 9.64" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-8650U | Intel i7-13705H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | Mini LED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3072 x 1920 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 305 nits | 618 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 7.7/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
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 | 4 | |
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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 Pro 9i
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Matthew S. Smith | August 2023
"The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is an impressive laptop with a brilliant Mini-LED display, a powerful 100-watt version of Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics, and excellent connectivity. Having run the Cinebench benchmark again, we were impressed with the CPU performance. That makes the Slim Pro 9i is an easy recommendation, especially for those who care about GPU and CPU performance. It’s also a fantastic choice if you frequently view HDR movies and games on your laptop."
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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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