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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Dell Latitude 14 7490, being significantly less expensive, delivers solid performance with an Intel i7 processor and ample memory and storage for general use. It has a durable build and is more suited for business professionals looking for a reliable work machine on a budget. On the other hand, the LG Ultra 16, with its AMD Ryzen 7 processor, also offers strong performance and it boasts a higher resolution and a different aspect ratio which might be better for multitasking and content consumption. It’s more modern, runs Windows 11, and might be quieter due to its fanless design. The LG's downside is its higher price, but if you prefer a more current system and the potential for better display and acoustics, and the cost isn't a hindrance, it's a strong contender. Consider how the specs align with your needs and whether the Dell's cost savings justifies the tradeoffs in performance and newer features. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the LG Ultra 16
- Good for engineering and design
- Excellent battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.2
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
305.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
270.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
17.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The LG Ultra 16 and Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both good for general use, though the LG Ultra 16 is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Engineering and Design
6.5
7.0
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 LG Ultra 16 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is considered fair for engineering and design due to its older Intel processor and integrated graphics, which are less powerful for demanding applications. In contrast, the LG Ultra 16 is considered good for this use case as it features a more recent AMD processor with better-performing integrated graphics, a higher battery capacity, and a larger, higher-resolution screen, but it is also slightly heavier which affects portability.
Screen Quality
6.7
6.2
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
305.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
270.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a better screen than the LG Ultra 16 for general use, and engineering and design, while the LG Ultra 16 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers a balance of resolution and brightness that provides a satisfactory viewing experience, while the LG Ultra 16's similar qualities make it equally suited for everyday tasks. The Dell stands out for engineering and design with its superior color reproduction, essential for precision work, which overshadows the LG Ultra 16's less impressive color range. However, neither laptop is ideal for gaming or 3D applications as both lack the high refresh rates needed to create smooth visual experiences, although better resolution and panel quality on the Dell may offer a slightly better experience in these scenarios.
Battery
9.5 Hours
17.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The LG Ultra 16 has 17 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
6.5
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has good build quality, while the LG Ultra 16 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$300
$1,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a price of $300 and the LG Ultra 16 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.9
6.2
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
10.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG Ultra 16 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is poor.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and the LG Ultra 16 are considered fair for gaming and 3D applications because they both have integrated graphics—Intel UHD Graphics 620 for the Dell and AMD Vega 8 for the LG—and standard screen refresh rates of 60Hz. While both have capable processors for general tasks, hardcore gaming or advanced 3D work may be limited by these integrated GPUs and the lack of higher refresh rate displays, which are crucial for more fluid and immersive experiences.
Content Creation
7.3
7.7
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 LG Ultra 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
7.5
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 LG Ultra 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 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 LG Ultra 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Dell Latitude 14 7490 and the LG Ultra 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 14 7490 | LG Ultra 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$300 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2018 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13'' x 8.7'' x 0.8'' | 14'' x 9.8'' x 0.64'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.11 lbs | 3.63 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.7" | 9.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-8650U | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
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 | 17 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 305 nits | 270 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
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 | 1 | |
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."
LG Ultra 16
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Sebastian Jentsch | October 2022
"Unlike the gram, the Ultra PC isn't designed to be as lightweight as possible. The 16-inch laptop is a whole 400 g (0.88 lb) heavier than its 16-inch gram counterpart partly because its chassis is not made of magnesium. Other than that, the Ultra PC seems like a copy of the gram – but with longer battery life, lower noise levels, and a clean, delicate look."
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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 LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, and are often on sale.
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