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Updated March 21, 2024·
Choosing between the Dell Precision 5470 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 depends on your primary use. If you need a laptop for professional software applications, like CAD or data analysis, the Dell Precision is designed as a workstation and may offer better-suited hardware. On the other hand, if you're interested in gaming or graphics-intensive tasks, the HP Omen Transcend is a gaming laptop with a high-refresh-rate display and more robust graphics capabilities. The Precision is also likely to be lighter and more portable, while the Omen may offer a more immersive visual and audio experience for multimedia but could be heavier and less convenient to carry around. 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 Transcend 14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.7
7.9
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Precision 5470 is only fair.
The Dell Precision 5470, designed primarily for professional applications, offers a modest GPU that is adequate for light gaming and 3D tasks, but its screen refresh rate may not provide the smoothest visuals for high-speed gaming. In contrast, the HP Omen Transcend 14 comes with a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for rendering fast-paced games smoothly and delivering a better gaming and 3D experience.
Engineering and Design
7.8
8.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Precision 5470 is good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14, with its superior CPU, RAM, and GPU, offers stronger performance for demanding engineering applications compared to the Dell Precision 5470, though both have high-quality screens. Despite the Dell's advantage in portability and quieter operation, the Omen's better keyboard and speaker quality enhance the user experience during long work sessions.
Content Creation
7.8
8.3
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for content creation, while the Dell Precision 5470 is good.
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.
Screen Quality
7.3
8.6
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
500.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a better screen than the Dell Precision 5470 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Dell Precision 5470's screen excels in clarity and color accuracy which benefits general use and engineering tasks, but its standard refresh rate holds it back for 3D applications and gaming where smoother visuals are key. The HP Omen Transcend 14 offers vivid colors and sharp details making it ideal for both everyday tasks and demanding engineering software, though for gaming, it lacks the high refresh rate desired for fluid motion. Both laptops have limitations for gaming due to their screens but serve well for users focused on productivity and professional work.
Battery
9.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Dell Precision 5470 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP Omen Transcend 14 has 11 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.
Build Quality
8.5
7.2
The Dell Precision 5470 has very good build quality, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
8.2
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
500.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Omen Transcend 14 to be very good for general use, while the Dell Precision 5470 is good.
The Dell Precision 5470, with its professional-grade CPU and ample RAM, ensures smooth multitasking and efficiency for general use; its high screen quality, long battery life, and light weight make it particularly handy for users on the go. In comparison, the HP Omen Transcend 14 offers a similar computational punch and visual clarity but stands out with its superior storage options, a more comfortable keyboard, and better speaker quality, though it may sacrifice some portability and have a shorter battery life.
Software Development
7.7
8.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Omen Transcend 14 to be very good for software development, while the Dell Precision 5470 is good.
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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Precision 5470 to have very good portability, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,669
$1,699
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Dell Precision 5470 has a price of $1,669 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 costs $1,699.
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Spec Comparison
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| Dell Precision 5470 | HP Omen Transcend 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,669 | $1,699 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.2'' x 8.3'' x 0.74'' | 12.3'' x 9.2'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.26 lbs | 3.87 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.22" | 12.32" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.27" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 72 Wh | 71 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 500 nits | 400 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
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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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."
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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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