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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you prioritize a lightweight and portable design for business or travel, and need superior performance for professional applications like engineering software, the Dell Precision 5470, while more expensive, offers a robust option. On the other hand, if gaming or 3D design is a more common use case for you and you're looking for a laptop that delivers good performance with a focus on graphics capabilities, the HP Omen 16 is a cost-effective choice with its gaming-oriented features, although it may not be as portable as the Precision due to its typically larger and heavier gaming laptop build. Consider your primary activities and balance between performance needs, portability, and budget when choosing between these two models. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Precision 5470
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the HP Omen 16
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.7
8.0
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Omen 16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Precision 5470 is only fair.
The HP Omen 16 stands out for gaming and 3D applications with its superior Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, facilitating smoother visuals and more detailed graphics than the Dell Precision 5470, which has a less powerful Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU and a lower screen refresh rate. Despite the Dell's screen quality and capable CPU for general tasks, these GPU and refresh rate differences are likely to be more noticeable in gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
7.8
8.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Precision 5470 is good.
The HP Omen 16 is considered very good for engineering and design use because it has a high-performance CPU and GPU suitable for demanding tasks, more RAM and storage for fast multitasking and large projects, plus a higher refresh rate screen for smoother visuals. The Dell Precision 5470, on the other hand, is also competent with a robust CPU and professional-grade GPU, but its smaller screen and lower storage capacity make it less suited for extensive design work and more for portability and quiet operating noise.
Screen Quality
7.3
7.6
14.0in
SIZE
16.1in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
500.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
338.0 nits
The HP Omen 16 has a better screen than the Dell Precision 5470 for gaming and AI.
When considering general use, both the Dell Precision 5470 and the HP Omen 16 offer screens with solid resolution and brightness, accommodating everyday activities like web browsing and video streaming, making text clear and colors vibrant. For engineering and design, these laptops provide a wide color range, covering various color gamuts needed for precision in graphic work but might still fall short for professional color grading. However, the screens on both models have lower refresh rates, which can be a drawback for 3D applications and gaming where smoother motion and quick screen updates are crucial for an immersive experience.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Precision 5470 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP Omen 16 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
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
16.1in
3.2 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Precision 5470 has very good portability, while the HP Omen 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.4
The Dell Precision 5470 has very good build quality, while the HP Omen 16 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,669
$1,100
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Precision 5470 has a price of $1,669 and the HP Omen 16 costs $1,100.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.7
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
500.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
338.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and HP Omen 16 are both good for general use.
The Dell Precision 5470 with its lighter weight and longer battery life is well-suited for general use that requires portability, while the HP Omen 16, despite being heavier, offers a larger screen and better performance due to a more powerful CPU and GPU, making it also suitable for general use but with an edge in more demanding tasks. Both laptops have quality screens, ample RAM, and solid keyboards but the HP Omen 16 has a higher storage capacity which could be an advantage for users with extensive data storage needs.
Content Creation
7.8
7.8
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Precision 5470 and HP Omen 16 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
7.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and HP Omen 16 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.
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How the Dell Precision 5470 and the HP Omen 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Precision 5470 | HP Omen 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,669 | $1,100 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.2'' x 8.3'' x 0.74'' | 14.5'' x 10.2'' x 0.93'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.26 lbs | 5.4 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.22" | 14.53" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.27" | 10.21" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-13700HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 72 Wh | 83 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16.1" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 500 nits | 338 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 6.8/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 2 | |
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 Omen 16
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Christian Hintze | October 2021
"The Omen 16 has proven to be a fairly good mid-range gaming laptop with all-around improvements compared to the Omen 15. The high overall performance level across all use cases, the long battery life, and the good FHD display constitute the main advantages of this HP laptop. The main drawbacks are the faulty touchpad (one-off?) and the high latencies that can be observed even after just opening the browser. Furthermore, the useless, preinstalled 30-day trial versions of various software also fall under the category "unnecessary"."
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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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