Dell Latitude 14 7490 vs Lenovo ThinkBook 13s

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.

The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s are fair for gaming and 3D because they have integrated GPUs, which are less powerful than dedicated gaming GPUs, and they both have standard screen refresh rates, which are suitable for everyday use but may not deliver the smoothest experience in fast-paced games or 3D applications. Additionally, while both laptops have capable CPUs and good quality screens, these components still do not fully match the performance and visual fidelity expected in higher-end gaming or 3D computers.

The Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers a reliable CPU and sufficient RAM for engineering tasks; however, its older integrated graphics and lower resolution screen limit its effectiveness in design applications compared to the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, which boasts a newer generation CPU, more powerful integrated graphics and a higher resolution screen, enhancing both computing and visual performance for engineering and design work. While both laptops are similarly equipped in terms of memory and offer good portability and build quality, the ThinkBook 13s's improved screen quality and quieter operating noise can provide a better overall experience for these specific use cases.

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.

For general use, where panel type, resolution, and brightness are crucial, the Dell Latitude 14 7490 delivers an adequate display that balances these features for everyday tasks, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s offers a display with superior brightness and sharpness that enhances overall viewing experience. In the realm of engineering and design, both the Dell Latitude 14 7490 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s provide good screen quality with respectable color accuracy and coverage, suitable for detailed work that requires color fidelity. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lack of higher refresh rates on both laptops limits the smoothness and responsiveness that enthusiasts often seek, making them less ideal choices for those specific needs.

Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.

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.

PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.