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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Precision 5470 offers higher performance for engineering and 3D tasks with its professional-grade GPU and powerful processor but comes at a higher price. It has better build quality, a more color-accurate display, and longer battery life, making it suitable for professionals needing reliability and precision on the go. On the other hand, the Gigabyte G5, while less expensive, has a larger screen with a higher refresh rate for smooth visuals, a gaming-focused GPU, and more storage out of the box. It is heavier and has a shorter battery life, so it's less portable but could be a better value for gaming and general use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Precision 5470
- Good for software development
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Gigabyte G5
- Good for gaming and AI
Key differences
General Use
7.7
7.1
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
500.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.5 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and Gigabyte G5 are both good for general use, though the Dell Precision 5470 is somewhat better.
The Dell Precision 5470 is favored for general use owing to its more powerful CPU and greater RAM, which lead to faster and smoother performance, alongside its higher-quality display and more portable design; it also boasts a longer battery life. In contrast, the Gigabyte G5, while offering ample storage and a decent CPU, falls short with less RAM, which can hinder multitasking, a lower quality screen, and a bulkier form factor with reduced battery life, affecting its suitability for frequent on-the-go use.
Gaming and AI
6.7
7.3
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte G5 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Precision 5470 is only fair.
The Dell Precision 5470, with its high-quality GPU and rapid screen refresh rate, excels in delivering smooth gaming and 3D performance, while the Gigabyte G5, similarly equipped with a powerful GPU, also provides an enjoyable gaming experience with its high refresh rate, though the Precision's superior screen quality gives it an edge for tasks where visual fidelity is key. Both laptops have capable CPUs that ensure good performance, but it's their graphics hardware that makes them particularly suited for gaming and 3D applications.
Content Creation
7.8
7.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Precision 5470 and Gigabyte G5 are both good for content creation, though the Dell Precision 5470 is somewhat better.
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
6.8
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Precision 5470 is good for software development, while the Gigabyte G5 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
7.3
6.8
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
500.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
The Dell Precision 5470 has a better screen than the Gigabyte G5 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell Precision 5470 offers a combination of resolution and brightness that enhances visuals, making it suitable for everyday tasks and detailed engineering or design work, where color accuracy is crucial. However, its refresh rate may be lower, which can result in less smooth visuals needed for gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the Gigabyte G5, while fair for day-to-day activities and professional work, may not have the optimal color range or refresh rate to excel in specialized engineering tasks and high-frame-rate gaming.
Battery
9.0 Hours
3.5 Hours
The Dell Precision 5470 has 9 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte G5 has 3.5 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
3.2 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Precision 5470 has very good portability, while the Gigabyte G5 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.2
The Dell Precision 5470 has very good build quality, while the Gigabyte G5 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,669
$868
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Precision 5470 has a price of $1,669 and the Gigabyte G5 costs $868.
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Key similarities
Engineering and Design
7.8
7.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Precision 5470 and Gigabyte G5 are both good for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
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How the Dell Precision 5470 and the Gigabyte G5 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Precision 5470 | Gigabyte G5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,669 | $868 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.2'' x 8.3'' x 0.74'' | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.89'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.26 lbs | 4.19 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.22" | 14.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.27" | 9.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i5-12500H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 72 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 500 nits | 248 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 4 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 4 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
Shopping
Dell Precision 5470
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PCMag
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."
Gigabyte G5
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Vaidyanathan Subramaniam | April 2023
"The Gigabyte G5 KE is a midrange gaming laptop that checks most boxes. Gigabyte makes good use of the Core i5-12500H and RTX 3060 Laptop GPU combo, and we find no untoward issues with overall performance. The dual-fan quad-heatpipe cooling arrangement does well to ensure that the underlying hardware doesn't throttle under load. That being said, the display is below par when compared to 2023 standards, especially when competing devices."
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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 Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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