Dell Latitude 7490
Premium 14-Inch Ultrabook with Enterprise-Grade Build and 16GB RAM
About this laptop
The Dell Latitude 7490 represents the premium end of Dell's business laptop lineup from 2018. As part of the 7000 series, it offers a significantly more refined experience than the 5000 series — lighter weight, premium materials, better display options, and more advanced features.
Weighing just 1.45 kg, the 7490 is Dell's answer to the HP EliteBook 840 G6 in the premium ultrabook segment. Its carbon fiber and aluminum construction provides exceptional durability while keeping the weight down, making it ideal for professionals who travel frequently.
The Latitude 7490 features a stunning Full HD display with excellent color reproduction and brightness, making it suitable for both productivity and content consumption. The backlit keyboard is comfortable for extended typing, and the precision touchpad is one of the best in the business.
With 16GB DDR4 RAM and a 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD, the 7490 is well-equipped for demanding multitasking, software development, and data analysis. It shares the same excellent thermal management as the rest of the Latitude lineup, ensuring consistent performance throughout the workday.
Key features
- Premium carbon fiber and aluminum construction — lightweight at just 1.45 kg
- 16GB DDR4 RAM for smooth multitasking and heavy workload handling
- 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD for fast boot times and ample storage
- Backlit keyboard with comfortable key travel for work in any lighting condition
- Fingerprint reader for Windows Hello password-less login
- 4-cell 60Wh battery for all-day battery life (up to 14 hours)
- Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) for high-speed data transfer and external GPU support
- Excellent Dell thermal management for sustained performance under load
Pros & cons
What we like
- Premium build with carbon fiber and aluminum — lighter and more refined than Latitude 5000 series
- Comes with 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD — excellent configuration for most users
- Excellent battery life with 60Wh battery — lasts a full workday
- Superb keyboard and touchpad — among the best in business laptops
- Thunderbolt 3 support for high-speed peripherals and external GPU connectivity
- Well-balanced specifications at a competitive price point in Pakistan
Worth knowing
- 8th Gen processor is one generation behind — but still very capable for most tasks
- Wi-Fi 5 instead of Wi-Fi 6 — limited to slower wireless speeds on modern networks
- No VGA port — may require adapter for older projectors in Pakistani offices
- Premium pricing over Latitude 5490 — approximately Rs. 17,000 premium for the 7490
Specifications
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| Processor | Intel Core i5-8350U |
| Generation | 8th Gen (Kaby Lake R) |
| Cores / Threads | 4 cores / 8 threads |
| Base / Boost Clock | 1.7 GHz / 3.6 GHz |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 620 |
| Display | 14-inch FHD anti-glare |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4-2400 (2 slots, max 32GB) |
| Storage | 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD |
| Battery | 4-cell 60 Wh Li-ion — Up to 14 hours |
| Weight | 1.45 kg |
| Dimensions | 33.1 x 22.0 x 1.7 cm |
| Ports | 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1, 1x USB 3.1 Type-C (Thunderbolt), 1x HDMI 1.4, 1x Headphone/Microphone combo, 1x RJ-45 Ethernet, 1x microSD Card Reader, 1x Smart Card Reader (optional) |
| Wireless | Intel Dual Band Wi-Fi 5 (2x2), Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Webcam | HD 720p Webcam (with shutter) |
| Security | Fingerprint reader, BIOS-level security |
| Keyboard | Spill-resistant, backlit |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Professional |
| Colour | Silver |
| Condition | Certified Refurbished |
Who should buy this
- Business professionals who need a premium, lightweight ultrabook for travel and daily use
- Users who want 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD out of the box without needing to upgrade
- Professionals who value build quality, keyboard comfort, and battery life above all else
- Anyone looking for a premium Dell Latitude 7000 series experience under Rs. 100,000