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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is a budget-friendly option that is significantly less expensive. It offers satisfactory performance for general use and some engineering tasks with its Intel i7 processor and integrated graphics, making it a solid choice for those who prioritize cost savings. However, the Razer Book 13, while more expensive, provides superior graphics performance with its newer i7 processor and Intel Iris Xe graphics, which may be better for 3D tasks, machine learning, and light gaming. The Razer Book 13 also features a higher resolution screen with a 16:10 aspect ratio, which can be preferable for productivity tasks. Both laptops offer similar RAM and storage. The Razer's more compact design and lower weight may appeal to those needing portability, but its higher cost can be a significant consideration. The Dell's performance may be adequate for many tasks, but for intensive applications, the Razer could offer better results. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Razer Book 13
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Excellent battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.5
7.1
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Book 13 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a less powerful CPU and older integrated graphics, which makes it less suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks compared to the Razer Book 13, which offers a newer CPU and improved integrated graphics for better performance. While both have high-quality screens, the Razer Book 13's superior screen resolution and aspect ratio offer a better visual experience for detailed work, and it has slightly higher scores for portability and lower operating noise, indicating a quieter and more mobile-friendly design.
Screen Quality
6.7
7.3
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
305.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
The Razer Book 13 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 14 7490 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Dell Latitude's screen offers a balance of resolution and brightness suitable for everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, but its lower refresh rate isn't ideal for the smooth visuals required by gaming and 3D applications. The Razer Book 13's screen provides clarity and brightness for a variety of uses, including precision work in design and engineering, thanks to its wide color gamut, but, like the Dell, the refresh rate falls short for gaming. For both laptops, gamers looking for fluid motion and rapid frame updates would find the displays lacking compared to specialized gaming laptops with higher refresh rates.
Battery
9.5 Hours
14.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The Razer Book 13 has 14 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
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
3.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Razer Book 13 has excellent portability, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
8.5
The Razer Book 13 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
$1,389
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a price of $300 and the Razer Book 13 costs $1,389.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.2
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
305.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
14.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Book 13 and Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers good performance for general use with its solid processor and ample RAM, and it provides a comfortable full-HD screen and long battery life, making it suitable for a variety of tasks. The Razer Book 13 also excels with an even more powerful CPU and high-quality RAM, a sharper and brighter screen offering better color coverage, packed into a more portable and sleek design with an impressive battery life, which could appeal to users looking for premium build and mobility.
Gaming and AI
5.9
6.2
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
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
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Book 13 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is poor.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490's gaming and 3D capabilities are limited due to its integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620, which is less powerful and has a basic screen refresh rate of 60Hz. By contrast, the Razer Book 13, while still offering fair performance for gaming and 3D applications, has a more capable Intel Iris Xe graphics but shares the same 60Hz refresh rate limitation.
Content Creation
7.3
7.6
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Book 13 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
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Razer Book 13 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.
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How the Dell Latitude 14 7490 and the Razer Book 13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 14 7490 | Razer Book 13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$300 | $1,389 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2018 | April 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13'' x 8.7'' x 0.8'' | 11.6'' x 7.8'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.11 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13" | 11.64" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.7" | 7.81" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-8650U | Intel i7-1165G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 14 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60 Wh | 55 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.4" | |
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 | 507 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 9.1/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
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 | 1 | |
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."
Razer Book 13
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Allen Ngo | December 2020
"The Razer Book is like an XPS 13, but faster. The Book 13 combines the design philosophy and performance of a Blade Stealth with the 16:10 display of a Dell XPS 13 for an impressive piece of hardware. Office users who want something more stylish than the typical Dell, HP or Lenovo will certainly find themselves drawn to this Razer subnotebook. If your priorities are to have the best-looking and fastest 13-inch laptop in the office over auxiliary features, however, then the Book 13 proudly fulfills that niche."
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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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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