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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize high performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or engineering software, the Dell Precision 5470 with its dedicated Nvidia graphics may serve you better. However, if battery life and a more silent operation are more important to you, consider the LG Ultra 16, which also offers twice the storage space but with integrated graphics that may not handle intensive tasks as well. The LG is also more affordable, while the Dell is at a higher price point, but comes with Windows 11 Pro and is designed as a premium business laptop, possibly translating to better build quality and durability. 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 LG Ultra 16
- Excellent battery life
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.8
7.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Precision 5470 and LG Ultra 16 are both good for engineering and design, though the Dell Precision 5470 is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Screen Quality
7.3
6.2
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
500.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
270.0 nits
The Dell Precision 5470 has a better screen than the LG Ultra 16 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell Precision 5470 likely offers a display with higher resolution and brightness, which enhances the clarity and visibility for general use and detailed work in engineering and design, along with a wider color gamut that helps in accurately rendering colors. The LG Ultra 16, although fair for general use and engineering, may have a less vivid display, perhaps with lower brightness and resolution, and possibly a narrower color gamut which affects the precision required for professional design work. For gaming and 3D, both laptops lack high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion rendering, making them suboptimal choices for those specific tasks.
Battery
9.0 Hours
17.0 Hours
The Dell Precision 5470 has 9 hours of battery life. The LG Ultra 16 has 17 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
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell Precision 5470 has very good portability, while the LG Ultra 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
6.5
The Dell Precision 5470 has very good build quality, while the LG Ultra 16 has only fair 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 LG Ultra 16 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.7
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
500.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
270.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
17.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The LG Ultra 16 and Dell Precision 5470 are both good for general use.
The Dell Precision 5470 with its high-performance Intel i7 processor, Nvidia graphics, and excellent keyboard quality is great for demanding applications and multitasking, making it a strong general-use laptop with an emphasis on power, complemented by a solid build and good battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.2
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
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 Ultra 16 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Precision 5470 is better for gaming and 3D tasks because it boasts a dedicated Nvidia RTX A1000 graphics processing unit, which outperforms the integrated Vega 8 graphics in the LG Ultra 16. While both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, the dedicated GPU in the Dell provides a significant performance advantage for graphically intensive applications, despite both screens having the same quality and refresh rate.
Content Creation
7.8
7.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Precision 5470 and LG Ultra 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
7.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and LG Ultra 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 LG Ultra 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Precision 5470 | LG Ultra 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,669 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.2'' x 8.3'' x 0.74'' | 14'' x 9.8'' x 0.64'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.26 lbs | 3.63 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.22" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.27" | 9.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 17 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 72 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 500 nits | 270 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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 | 6.8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 4 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 4 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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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."
LG Ultra 16
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Sebastian Jentsch | October 2022
"Unlike the gram, the Ultra PC isn't designed to be as lightweight as possible. The 16-inch laptop is a whole 400 g (0.88 lb) heavier than its 16-inch gram counterpart partly because its chassis is not made of magnesium. Other than that, the Ultra PC seems like a copy of the gram – but with longer battery life, lower noise levels, and a clean, delicate look."
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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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