Dell Precision 5470 vs LG Gram 17

The LG Gram 17 offers a larger, higher-resolution screen and double the RAM of the Dell Precision 5470, enhancing visual clarity and multitasking capabilities, making it very suitable for general use. Although the Dell boasts a powerful CPU and dedicated GPU which aid in performance, the LG Gram 17's exceptional portability and longer battery life make it very good for everyday tasks that require a balance between performance and mobility.

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For general use, both the Dell Precision 5470 and the LG Gram 17 offer high resolution and brightness, making text sharp and videos vivid, which is essential for comfortable everyday computing. In engineering and design, accurate color reproduction is vital; both laptops have screens that cover a wide color spectrum, allowing for precise color work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, a high refresh rate is crucial to reduce motion blur and provide smooth visuals, and both models have lower refresh rates, which may not be ideal for these fast-paced activities.

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The Dell Precision 5470 offers solid gaming and 3D capabilities, primarily due to its Nvidia RTX A1000 graphics card, which outperforms the Intel Iris Xe in the LG Gram 17, although both laptops have the same screen refresh rate. The LG Gram 17, with its larger screen and superior screen quality, may offer a more immersive visual experience for gaming and 3D applications, but it lacks the dedicated graphics power found in the Dell.

The Dell Precision 5470 is equipped with a high-performance CPU and dedicated NVIDIA GPU, making it better for demanding engineering and 3D tasks, though it has less storage and RAM than the LG Gram 17, which has an efficient CPU and integrated GPU, suitable for lighter design work, enhanced by its larger, higher resolution screen. While the Precision's keyboard and speaker quality stand out, the Gram's larger screen and lighter weight provide better portability for those on-the-move, though compromises were made in the form of operating noise and speaker quality.

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