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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Precision 5470 and the Dell XPS 13 Plus are similarly priced; the Precision 5470 is designed with a focus on engineering, thanks to its dedicated Nvidia graphics, and offers robust performance for design and intensive processing tasks. Yet, it has a more traditional look and is slightly heavier, which might detract from its portability compared to the XPS 13 Plus. The XPS 13 Plus, however, boasts a better screen with higher resolution and an OLED panel that's more vibrant for multimedia, and it's considerably lighter, making it an excellent choice for daily use and travel. Its battery life is greater and it features a more future-oriented, minimalist design, but be aware that it lacks dedicated graphics, which could limit its capability in graphics-intensive applications. If your work heavily involves engineering software or 3D rendering, the Precision 5470 would be a strong choice. For general use with an emphasis on portability and a superior display experience, the XPS 13 Plus stands out. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Precision 5470
- The Dell Precision 5470 has no clear advantages over the Dell XPS 13 Plus.
Advantages of the Dell XPS 13 Plus
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.7
8.4
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
500.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
374.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.1/10
The Dell XPS 13 Plus is very good for general use, while the Dell Precision 5470 is good.
The Dell Precision 5470 has a lower-resolution screen and a heavier build compared to the Dell XPS 13 Plus, which offers a high-resolution OLED touch display and is more lightweight, thus enhancing its portability. However, the Precision 5470 is equipped with a dedicated graphics card and a larger battery, which may be better for tasks requiring more graphics power and longer battery life, despite its slightly lower overall portability and screen quality.
Content Creation
7.8
8.3
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Dell XPS 13 Plus is very good for content creation, while the Dell Precision 5470 is good.
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
7.7
8.3
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Dell XPS 13 Plus is very good for software development, while the Dell Precision 5470 is good.
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
7.3
8.4
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
500.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
374.0 nits
The Dell XPS 13 Plus has a better screen than the Dell Precision 5470 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When considering general use, the Dell Precision 5470's screen offers satisfactory brightness and resolution, making everyday tasks like browsing and document editing pleasant, but the Dell XPS 13 Plus steps up with superior brightness and resolution for an even better general use experience. For engineering and design, professionals might lean towards the XPS 13 Plus as it showcases a wider color gamut, essential for precision in color-critical work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops lack high refresh rates, which are vital for fluid motion and fast-paced visuals, thus they might not be the best fit for such activities.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
3.2 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell XPS 13 Plus has excellent portability, while the Dell Precision 5470 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,669
$1,849
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Dell Precision 5470 has a price of $1,669 and the Dell XPS 13 Plus costs $1,849.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.4
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and Dell XPS 13 Plus are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Precision 5470 is equipped with a dedicated Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU and a standard refresh rate screen, making it suitable for gaming and 3D tasks, whereas the Dell XPS 13 Plus uses integrated Intel graphics and though it has a higher resolution OLED display, it might not match the gaming performance of a dedicated GPU like the RTX A1000.
Engineering and Design
7.8
8.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell XPS 13 Plus to be very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Precision 5470 is good.
The Dell XPS 13 Plus is favored for engineering and design due to its higher RAM, superior OLED screen quality, and stronger CPU performance with an efficient integrated GPU, offering an overall better experience for such tasks despite a shorter battery life compared to the Dell Precision 5470 which, with its professional-grade Nvidia graphics, is also well-equipped for engineering but may not match the raw power and display excellence of the XPS 13 Plus.
Battery
9.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Dell Precision 5470 has 9 hours of battery life. The Dell XPS 13 Plus has 10 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
8.5
8.5
The Dell Precision 5470 and Dell XPS 13 Plus both have very 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 Precision 5470 and the Dell XPS 13 Plus compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Precision 5470 | Dell XPS 13 Plus |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,669 | $1,849 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.2'' x 8.3'' x 0.74'' | 11.6'' x 7.8'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.26 lbs | 2.71 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.22" | 11.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.27" | 7.84" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-1280P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 72 Wh | 55 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 500 nits | 374 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 9.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 4 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 4 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Brian Westover | August 2022
"The Dell Precision 5470 is a mobile workstation that's far more portable than most alternatives. Between its slim 14-inch design and top-quality MIL-STD 810H build, it's one of the best options around for taking professional-grade performance on the road or to the job site. There are tradeoffs for its portability, and users of the most demanding, graphics-intensive applications will need to carry something heavier. But the Dell's exceptional battery life underscores its desirability as the most portable workstation we've seen."
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Andreas Osthoff | July 2022
"The XPS 13 Plus is powerful, but has its drawbacks. Dell did not only update the processor generation, but also decided to offer two completely different models from now on. The XPS 13 Plus gets the faster Intel Alder Lake-P chips, and the Core i7-1260P in our review unit offers good performance figures. However, the device once again shows the problems of the current Intel CPUs, because the high performance requires a lot of power. This affects the battery runtime as well as temperatures, so the new model (even with the Optimized power profile) is louder than the older model."
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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.
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