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Updated January 12, 2024·

When choosing between the ASUS Zenbook 14 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490, consider the following tradeoffs: if you require high performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or demanding software, the ASUS might be more suitable as it often has higher specs in terms of graphics and processing power. However, the Latitude typically offers robust build quality and business-oriented features like enhanced security and connectivity options which can be useful for corporate or enterprise environments. Battery life can vary; the Latitude may have an edge for longer usage without charging, making it preferable if you're often on the go. The Zenbook's typically slimmer design and lighter weight make it more portable, but that can sometimes come at the expense of fewer ports or upgradability. Choose the Zenbook for a balance of performance and portability, or the Latitude if you prioritize durability and business features over sleekness. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14
  • Good for engineering and design
  • Very good overall display quality
  • Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
  • Very good speakers

Key differences

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Engineering and Design

7.2
Zenbook 14
Latitude 14 7490
6.5
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is only fair.

Screen Quality

8.3
Zenbook 14
Latitude 14 7490
6.7
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
339.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 14 7490 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.

Battery

8.0 Hours
Zenbook 14
Latitude 14 7490
9.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has 9.5 hours of battery life.
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Key similarities

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General Use

7.2
Zenbook 14
Latitude 14 7490
7.2
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
339.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14 and Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both good for general use.

Gaming and AI

6.1
Zenbook 14
Latitude 14 7490
5.9
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook 14 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is poor.

Content Creation

7.3
Zenbook 14
Latitude 14 7490
7.3
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both good for content creation.

Software Development

7.2
Zenbook 14
Latitude 14 7490
7.1
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14 and Dell Latitude 14 7490 are both good for software development.

Portability

Very Good
Zenbook 14
Latitude 14 7490
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Zenbook 14 and Dell Latitude 14 7490 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.

Build Quality

7.8
Zenbook 14
Latitude 14 7490
7.4
The ASUS Zenbook 14 and Dell Latitude 14 7490 both have good build quality.

Cost

$300
Zenbook 14
Latitude 14 7490
$300
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The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a price of $300 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 costs $300.

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How the ASUS Zenbook 14 and the Dell Latitude 14 7490 compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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ASUS Zenbook 14Dell Latitude 14 7490
ASUS Zenbook 14Dell Latitude 14 7490

GENERAL

Price
$300
$300
Release Date
May 1, 2022April 1, 2018
Overall Dimensions
12.4'' x 8.7'' x 0.67''13'' x 8.7'' x 0.8''
Weight
3.06 lbs3.11 lbs
Width
12.35"13"
Depth
8.69"8.7"

INTERNAL

Processor
Intel i5-1240PIntel i7-8650U
RAM
8 GB16 GB
DDR Memory Version
54
RAM Slots
02
Storage
256 GB512 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
8 Hours9.5 Hours
Battery Capacity
75 Wh60 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
14"14"
Display Technology
OLEDIPS
Resolution
2880 x 18001920 x 1080
Refresh Rate
90Hz60Hz
Display Brightness
339 nits305 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
7.8/107.4/10
Portability Score
8.6/108.2/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
NoNo
Premium Business Laptop
NoYes
Fan Noise Score
6.5/108.8/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
8/107/10
Speaker Quality Score
7.5/108/10
Webcam
720p720p
Fingerprint Reader
YesYes
Backlit Keyboard
YesYes
Number Pad
NoNo

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
13
USB-C ports
21
USB-C Charging
YesNo
Display Outputs
32
Thunderbolt Version
43

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ASUS Zenbook 14

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Florian Glaser | August 2022
"Users who travel frequently and are looking for a portable laptop are in the right place with the Asus ZenBook 14. The sleek case is extremely light (1.2 kg) and surprisingly thin (1.5 cm). Outdoor use is also enjoyable thanks to the bright Full HD display, which is something that can rarely be said about laptops with TN or IPS panels. The excellent battery life complements this as well. Longer trips are no problem with the ZenBook 14. Another plus point is the high-performance Ryzen 7 5700U, which often leaves the Intel competition in the dust thanks to its large number of cores."

Dell Latitude 14 7490

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Henry T. Casey | April 2018
"The Dell Latitude 7490's got the speed you need (and then some), a keyboard that's comfortable enough for writing all day long and a battery that supports a full 8-hour workday. If only the display were brighter and it managed heat better. If you need every minute of battery life you can get, the extended-battery version of the Lenovo ThinkPad T480 lasts 8 hours longer than the Latitude 7490, but its display is much less colorful."

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About ASUS

ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.

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.

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