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Updated January 10, 2024·
If performance during engineering tasks or use of applications that take advantage of a dedicated GPU is important, the Dell Precision 5470 would be the better choice. It's more portable, has a higher portability score, and offers longer battery life for typical usage, which makes it suitable for on-the-go use. Conversely, if screen size and touch capability are priorities, the HP Envy 17 offers a larger touch-enabled screen. However, it may be considerably heavier, which impacts its ease of carrying around. The HP is also more affordable and includes a larger built-in storage, but its integrated GPU may not be as capable for intensive graphic tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Precision 5470
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the HP Envy 17
- The HP Envy 17 has no clear advantages over the Dell Precision 5470.
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.3
6.8
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
500.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Dell Precision 5470 has a better screen than the HP Envy 17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the Dell Precision 5470 and the HP Envy 17 offer displays with sufficient resolution and brightness, along with panel types that deliver clear and crisp visuals for tasks like web browsing, document editing, and video streaming. For engineering and design work, both laptops provide good coverage of color gamuts necessary for precision in visuals, ensuring colors are accurate and consistent, which is essential for professional photo editing, graphic design, and CAD software. However, for gaming and 3D applications where rapid on-screen action is common, the lower refresh rates on these laptops' screens may result in less smooth motion and responsiveness, detracting from the immersive gaming experience and precision needed for fast-paced 3D rendering tasks.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.2 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Precision 5470 has very good portability, while the HP Envy 17 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 HP Envy 17 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,669
$1,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Precision 5470 has a price of $1,669 and the HP Envy 17 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
500.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and HP Envy 17 are both good for general use.
The Dell Precision 5470 boasts a robust CPU and high RAM that facilitate smooth operation for general use, alongside a smaller, high-quality screen that enhances portability and satisfactory battery life. In comparison, the HP Envy 17 offers a larger screen with touch capability, potentially more suited for media consumption, but this comes at the cost of reduced portability and battery life, even though it has ample storage and a similarly capable CPU and RAM configuration.
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.4
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
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
7.0/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and HP Envy 17 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Precision 5470 is better suited for gaming and 3D tasks due to its dedicated Nvidia RTX A1000 graphics card, which offers superior graphics capabilities compared to the HP Envy 17's integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics. Both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, but the dedicated GPU in the Dell Precision 5470 will provide a more fluid and detailed visual experience in intensive gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.8
7.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Precision 5470 and HP Envy 17 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Precision 5470 is favored for engineering and design due to its dedicated Nvidia RTX A1000 graphics, ample RAM, high-resolution IPS screen, and a more potent Intel i7 processor, making it suited for demanding tasks, while also offering professional build quality and manageable portability. The HP Envy 17, while not as high-spec'ed in GPU performance, does offer a larger screen with a consumer-grade Intel Iris Xe GPU, ample RAM, and notable features such as a touch screen and numeric keypad, alongside a robust sound system and a quieter operating noise, positioning it as a versatile option for design work, albeit at a trade-off in raw performance and portability.
Content Creation
7.8
7.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Precision 5470 and HP Envy 17 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
7.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and HP Envy 17 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
8.0 Hours
The Dell Precision 5470 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP Envy 17 has 8 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.
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How the Dell Precision 5470 and the HP Envy 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Precision 5470 | HP Envy 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,669 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.2'' x 8.3'' x 0.74'' | 15.7'' x 10.2'' x 0.77'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.26 lbs | 5.49 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.22" | 15.68" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.27" | 10.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 72 Wh | 55 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 17.3" | |
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 | 329 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 4 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 4 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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."
HP Envy 17
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Marcus Schwarten | April 2023
"In our test, the HP Envy 17-cr0079ng presents itself as a balanced multimedia laptop. Thanks to its solid CPU performance and dedicated entry-level GeForce, it can also be used for playing video games, as long as the demands aren't too high. Those looking for more can find it in the Dell XPS 17 for example."
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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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