The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and Lenovo Yoga 6 both offer solid performance with their respective processors and integrated graphics, suitable for general use and multitasking. The Dell is less expensive and provides good value, especially if you're conscious about budget and looking for a reliable machine for everyday tasks and some business applications. On the other hand, the Lenovo Yoga 6 costs more but it's a convertible laptop with a touchscreen that can be used as a tablet, offering flexibility for presentations, creative tasks, or media consumption. Additionally, the Lenovo has a slightly higher resolution screen with an aspect ratio better suited for web browsing and document viewing. Decide based on whether you prioritize saving money or need the extra features and portability that the Lenovo provides. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
Good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo Yoga 6
Good for engineering and design
Excellent battery life
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.5/10
7.0/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Yoga 6 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is only fair.
The Lenovo Yoga 6 outperforms the Dell Latitude 14 7490 in engineering and design use primarily due to its newer and more capable integrated graphics in the AMD Ryzen 7 processor, compared to the older Intel UHD Graphics in the Dell which are less suited for graphics-intensive tasks. Additionally, the Lenovo Yoga 6 has a higher resolution and aspect ratio, which can be beneficial for design work, although the Dell's larger screen could be a factor to consider for visibility and screen real estate.
Screen Quality
6.7/10
6.7/10
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
305.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Lenovo Yoga 6 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 14 7490 for content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the Dell Latitude 14 7490 and the Lenovo Yoga 6 offer screens with adequate resolution and brightness, but they may not have the color accuracy or the advanced panel types that provide the best visual experience. When focusing on engineering and design, these laptops have good color coverage, which is crucial for accurately rendering designs, but they may still fall short for professionals who need the top-tier color precision offered by higher-end displays. For gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates on these laptops mean motion might not appear as smooth, and while the resolution and panel types are suitable for many tasks, dedicated gaming laptops would offer a better overall visual experience for these activities.
Battery
9.5 Hours
12.5 Hours
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Yoga 6 has 12.5 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.
Cost
$300
$1,045
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a price of $300 and the Lenovo Yoga 6 costs $1,045.
The Lenovo Yoga 6 and Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers a solid combination of performance, screen quality, and battery life for general uses, with high portability due to its reasonable weight, complemented by a premium build and well-managed heat and noise level.
Gaming and AI
5.9/10
6.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo Yoga 6 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is poor.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is equipped with an Intel UHD Graphics 620 integrated GPU and has a 60Hz screen refresh rate, which limits gaming and 3D performance. Similarly, the Lenovo Yoga 6 uses an integrated AMD Ryzen 7 7730U Vega 8 GPU with the same 60Hz refresh rate, sharing the same limitations for gaming and 3D applications.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.6/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Yoga 6 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
7.1/10
7.4/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Lenovo Yoga 6 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
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
3.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo Yoga 6 and Dell Latitude 14 7490 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.4/10
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and Lenovo Yoga 6 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 Yoga 6 compare to other laptops
"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."
"The AMD R7-7730U in the Lenovo Yoga 6 13 provides a suitable answer to the limited cooling capabilities of a convertible - especially in tablet mode. It draws high computing power from a comparatively limited power supply so that less heat has to be dissipated at the same time."
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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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