The HP Dragonfly Pro 14, being less expensive, offers more storage, a touch screen, and Windows 11 Home, suitable for general use and casual gaming with its AMD hardware. In contrast, the pricier Dell Precision 5470 has a more powerful Intel and Nvidia combination, better suited for intensive engineering tasks, 3D rendering, and machine learning, with Windows 11 Pro and a longer battery life, though it has less storage and no touch screen. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Precision 5470
Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
Very good for general use
Very good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.3/10
7.1/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
500.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
405.0 nits
The Dell Precision 5470 has a better screen than the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" for general use.
For general use, laptops like the Dell Precision 5470 and the HP Dragonfly Pro offer screens with clear images and vibrant colors because of their high resolution and brightness, making everything from web browsing to video streaming a pleasant experience. When it comes to engineering and design tasks that require color accuracy, their displays cover a range of color gamuts ensuring that designers see true-to-life colors. However, for gaming and 3D applications, these laptops fall short as they lack high refresh rates, which are essential for smooth motion and quick gameplay responsiveness.
Cost
$1,669
$1,400
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Precision 5470 has a price of $1,669 and the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" costs $1,400.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Dragonfly Pro 14" to be very good for general use, while the Dell Precision 5470 is good.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is rated very good for general use due in part to its higher storage capacity, slightly longer battery life, and notably higher screen contrast ratio, all contributing to an experience that is generally smoother for everyday tasks compared to the Dell Precision 5470, despite the latter's stronger CPU and dedicated GPU which could provide an edge in more specialized, resource-intensive applications.
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
6.5/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and HP Dragonfly Pro 14" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Precision 5470 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications due to its Nvidia RTX A1000 graphics card, which generally offers superior performance over the AMD Radeon 680M found in the HP Dragonfly Pro 14". Both laptops have similar screen refresh rates and resolutions, but the more robust GPU in the Dell provides a more fluid experience for graphic-intensive tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.8/10
7.6/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Precision 5470 and HP Dragonfly Pro 14" are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Precision 5470 stands out in engineering and design due to its combination of an Intel i7 processor, Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU, 16GB of RAM, and a high-quality IPS screen, making it powerful for graphics-intensive tasks. Meanwhile, the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" leverages an AMD Ryzen 7 processor with integrated Radeon graphics, 16GB of RAM, and a touch-enabled IPS display, offering great screen interaction and solid performance in a slightly more portable form factor.
Content Creation
7.8/10
7.9/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and Dell Precision 5470 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
7.7/10
7.8/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and Dell Precision 5470 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Dell Precision 5470 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Precision 5470 and HP Dragonfly Pro 14" both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
8.5/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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 HP Dragonfly Pro 14" compare to other laptops
"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."
"I’d say that the HP Dragonfly Pro checks off most of the boxes for this freelancer. It feels nice to use, is zippy and responsive, has great speakers, and even has a relatively sane price. Although it’s an unorthodox choice to pick AMD for this kind of machine, it’s clear that when Ryzen is given a chance to shine, it can kick a lot of butt."
Get a great deal on the Dell Precision 5470 or the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
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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