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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Precision 5470 is typically more expensive but offers better performance for intensive engineering tasks, thanks to its powerful processor and dedicated Nvidia graphics card. However, it is less portable than the LG Gram 16. The LG Gram 16 is less expensive and highly portable due to its light weight, and its battery life is considerably better, making it well suited for general use and on-the-go productivity. Both have high-quality displays with similar size and resolution, but the Dell's is slightly brighter and covers a broader range of colors. If you need a machine for heavy tasks and price is less of a concern, the Dell might be better; but for everyday tasks and greater mobility at a lower cost, the LG Gram 16 stands out. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Precision 5470
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the LG Gram 16
- Excellent battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.3
7.3
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
500.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
The Dell Precision 5470 and the LG Gram 16 have similar screen quality.
For general use, both the Dell Precision 5470 and LG Gram 16 have panels with high resolution and brightness, ensuring clear and vivid displays suitable for everyday tasks. Engineering and design professionals will appreciate that these laptops offer broad color gamuts, enabling accurate color work, but gamers and 3D users may be dissatisfied with the lower refresh rates, which can result in less fluid motion compared to displays optimized for gaming. Despite the quality for other uses, their screens lack the high refresh rates crucial for the smooth visuals desired in gaming and 3D applications.
Battery
9.0 Hours
15.0 Hours
The Dell Precision 5470 has 9 hours of battery life. The LG Gram 16 has 15 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
7.0
The Dell Precision 5470 has very good build quality, while the LG Gram 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
$1,450
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Precision 5470 has a price of $1,669 and the LG Gram 16 costs $1,450.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.8
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
500.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
15.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The LG Gram 16 and Dell Precision 5470 are both good for general use.
The Dell Precision 5470 offers robust performance with a powerful CPU and dedicated GPU, making it reliable for extensive multitasking and demanding tasks, while its high-quality build and finer screen resolution contribute to a solid general-use experience but with a heavier build compared to the LG Gram 16. On the other hand, the LG Gram 16 excels in portability due to its lightweight design and longer battery life, and while it has a less powerful CPU, it still provides sufficient power for general use, bolstered by a higher screen resolution for sharp visuals.
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.4
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and LG Gram 16 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Precision 5470 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications because it has a dedicated Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU, which provides higher graphical performance compared to the integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics in the LG Gram 16. While both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, the superior GPU in the Dell Precision 5470 makes it more appropriate for tasks requiring more advanced graphics capabilities.
Engineering and Design
7.8
7.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Precision 5470 and LG Gram 16 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Precision 5470 equipped with an Intel i7-12700H CPU and Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU is geared towards engineering and design tasks requiring substantial processing power and graphical performance, but it's slightly bulkier and possibly louder under load compared to the LG Gram 16. The LG Gram 16, while also suitable for engineering and design due to its capable Intel i7 CPU and high screen resolution, emphasizes portability and a quieter, fanless design, potentially sacrificing some performance and screen size for better mobility and reduced operational noise.
Content Creation
7.8
7.8
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Precision 5470 and LG Gram 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
7.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Gram 16 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.2 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Gram 16 and Dell Precision 5470 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Dell Precision 5470 and the LG Gram 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Precision 5470 | LG Gram 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,669 | $1,450 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.2'' x 8.3'' x 0.74'' | 14'' x 9.5'' x 0.66'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.26 lbs | 2.64 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.22" | 13.96" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.27" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 15 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 72 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 500 nits | 347 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
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 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 7/10 | |
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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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."
LG Gram 16
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Florian Glaser | January 2023
"The LG Gram 16 is a lightweight device with stability issues. The LG Gram 16Z90Q with a Core i7-1260P is made with portability in mind and places less of a focus on users with high demands on performance. The compact and light chassis is particularly practical when you are on the go. The device is not only comfortably small and lightweight, it also boasts a great battery life. When connected to mains, on the other hand, the 16-inch device is rather disappointing. The standard cooling mode causes extreme volatility in terms of CPU, SSD and iGPU performance. The meager stability of the chassis may also put off some potential buyers."
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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 LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, and are often on sale.
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