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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Precision 5470, with its high-performing processor and dedicated Nvidia RTX graphics, excels in demanding tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, and engineering applications. Its higher resolution screen and larger color coverage make it suited for professionals who require color accuracy. Meanwhile, the HP 15" Laptop, being more budget-friendly, offers modest performance suitable for general use. It forsakes the high-end specs for an accessible price point, making it a practical choice for everyday tasks like web browsing, office work, and media consumption. The HP's larger screen may be preferred for watching videos, but the lower resolution and color accuracy could be less suitable for creative work. The Dell is less portable due to its weight but offers better battery life and build quality. Choose the Dell if you need a workhorse for intensive tasks and can invest more, or the HP for casual use at a lower cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Precision 5470
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the HP 15" Laptop
- The HP 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Dell Precision 5470.
Key differences
General Use
7.7
6.7
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
500.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Dell Precision 5470 is good for general use, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The Dell Precision 5470 boasts a more powerful CPU and double the RAM of the HP 15" Laptop, leading to smoother and more efficient performance in demanding tasks, augmented by superior screen quality with higher brightness and color coverage for sharper visuals.
Gaming and AI
6.7
5.9
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
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 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 15" Laptop is poor.
The Dell Precision 5470 is equipped with an Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU, which is more capable for gaming and 3D applications than the integrated graphics of the HP 15" Laptop's Intel i3-1215U. Although both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, the dedicated GPU in the Dell will offer a significantly better experience in demanding visual tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.8
6.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Precision 5470 is good for engineering and design, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The Dell Precision 5470 has a more powerful CPU and GPU than the HP 15" Laptop, necessary for handling complex engineering and design tasks efficiently. While both have good screen quality, the Dell offers better resolution and color accuracy, which benefits detailed design work, although the HP may be slightly easier to carry due to its larger size but potentially lighter build.
Content Creation
7.8
6.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Precision 5470 is good for content creation, while the HP 15" Laptop 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
7.7
6.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Dell Precision 5470 is good for software development, while the HP 15" Laptop 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
6.3
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
500.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Dell Precision 5470 has a better screen than the HP 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When considering screen quality for general use, the Dell Precision 5470 likely offers a higher resolution and brighter display compared to the HP, providing clearer and more vibrant visuals. For engineering and design work, the Dell’s display likely covers a wider range of color gamuts such as DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, which is crucial for accurate color reproduction and detailed work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the HP and Dell both fall short due to lower refresh rates, which results in less fluid motion, but the Dell’s other display qualities may still offer a superior visual experience within this limitation.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Precision 5470 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP 15" Laptop has 6 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
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Precision 5470 has very good portability, while the HP 15" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
6.0
The Dell Precision 5470 has very good build quality, while the HP 15" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,669
$375
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Precision 5470 has a price of $1,669 and the HP 15" Laptop costs $375.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Precision 5470 | HP 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,669 | $375 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.2'' x 8.3'' x 0.74'' | 14.1'' x 9.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.26 lbs | 3.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.22" | 14.11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.27" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i3-1215U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 72 Wh | 41 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 | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 500 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
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 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 4 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 4 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Dell Precision 5470
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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."
HP 15" Laptop
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Alex Iliev | August 2022
"Chances are high that the HP 15 is one of the first laptops to pop up when you search for an inexpensive notebook. Indeed, its price tag is very tempting for many, and of course, this is the reason for its popularity. However, the HP 15" suffers from poor performance due to low power consumption. On the bright side, one of the good things about it is the port selection. On the inside, this includes two SODIMM slots for memory, an M.2 PCIe x4 slot for storage, and a SATA drive bay. However, the TN panel, and mediocre input devices are not ideal."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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