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Updated January 12, 2024·
Choosing between the Dell Latitude 14 7490 and the MSI GF63 Thin depends on your needs. The Dell is more budget-friendly and offers better portability due to its lighter weight, making it suitable for general use and business tasks. On the other hand, the MSI has a dedicated graphics card, which provides better performance for 3D applications, machine learning, and gaming, but at a higher price and with decreased battery life. If you need a laptop for intensive tasks and can handle a heavier machine with shorter battery life, the MSI is a better option; if not, the Dell might be the preferred choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
- Good for general use
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
- The MSI GF63 Thin has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 14 7490.
Key differences
General Use
7.2
6.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
305.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.2 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is good for general use, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is acclaimed for general use because it has a superior processor, more RAM, a higher-quality screen, better portability with lighter weight, and a longer battery life compared to the MSI GF63 Thin. On the other hand, the MSI notebook offers a dedicated graphics card, which might be better for tasks requiring graphical performance, but it is compromised by lesser storage, weaker CPU and RAM for other tasks, which results in a fair assessment for general use.
Engineering and Design
6.5
6.0
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for engineering and design, though the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is somewhat better.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490, with its Intel i7 processor and integrated UHD Graphics, offers robust performance suitable for engineering and design tasks, complemented by a high-quality display and various features enhancing portability and user experience such as a lighter weight and multiple USB-C ports. On the other hand, the MSI GF63 Thin features a slightly more powerful Intel i5 processor paired with a dedicated Nvidia GTX 1650 GPU, providing better graphics performance for design applications, but trades off battery life and portability, being heavier and offering fewer hours of typical usage.
Content Creation
7.3
6.0
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is good for content creation, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
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
6.0
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is good for software development, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
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
6.1
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
305.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a better screen than the MSI GF63 Thin for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490, with its emphasis on resolution and brightness, makes it suitable for general use and engineering tasks where clarity and color accuracy are essential. However, its likely lower refresh rate makes it less optimal for gaming and 3D applications where fluid motion is crucial. The MSI GF63 Thin’s fair screen performance across general use and engineering suggests it provides balanced resolution and adequate color representation, but like the Dell, its suitability for gaming is hampered by a refresh rate that doesn't match the high standard required for smooth, fast-paced visuals.
Battery
9.5 Hours
4.2 Hours
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The MSI GF63 Thin has 4.3 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
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has very good portability, while the MSI GF63 Thin has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
6.5
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has good build quality, while the MSI GF63 Thin has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$300
$599
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a price of $300 and the MSI GF63 Thin costs $599.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.9
6.0
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GF63 Thin to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is poor.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers integrated graphics with Intel UHD Graphics 620 which isn't optimised for gaming, coupled with a basic 60Hz screen refresh rate, making it fair for casual gaming and 3D tasks. Meanwhile, the MSI GF63 Thin is equipped with a dedicated Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q graphics card better suited for gaming and a similar 60Hz refresh rate display, but delivers noticeably enhanced graphics performance over the Dell, also making it fair for such tasks.
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How the Dell Latitude 14 7490 and the MSI GF63 Thin compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 14 7490 | MSI GF63 Thin |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$300 | $599 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2018 | May 1, 2019 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13'' x 8.7'' x 0.8'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.11 lbs | 4.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.7" | 9.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-8650U | Intel i5-10300H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 4.25 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 305 nits | 249 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
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 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
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."
MSI GF63 Thin
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Florian Glaser | January 2020
"If you leave aside the meagre port selection (no card reader, no DisplayPort, no Thunderbolt 3 or USB 3.1 Gen2), the fan control that could be improved (idle mode!) and the relatively dark and slow display, the MSI GF63 Thin 9SC does not have any major weaknesses. The 15-inch gamer is compact, has a low weight and offers a good price-to-performance ratio, which should please gamers that are looking for both a portable and an affordable gaming notebook. Input devices, battery life, case quality and performance are all appropriate for this purchase price."
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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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