HP Elite Dragonfly MaxvsDell Latitude 14 7420

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

HP
HP Elite Dragonfly Max
Elite Dragonfly Max

Quick Stats

The HP Elite Dragonfly Max's performance falls short of expectations and is outmatched by other laptops in its class.
The HP Elite Dragonfly Max boasts a CNC magnesium aluminum body with ocean plastics incorporated into the speaker grills.
The HP Elite Dragonfly Max's display boasts average brightness and surprisingly high 811 nits with manual brightness setting.
The HP Elite Dragonfly Max features a CNC magnesium aluminum body and advanced display with Sure View privacy mode.
Dell
Dell Latitude 14 7420
Latitude 14 7420

Quick Stats

The Dell Latitude 14 7420 delivers impressive performance with Intel's Tiger-Lake CPUs, ideal for demanding consumers.
The Dell Latitude 1474-20's solid build quality makes it a great option for a premium business laptop experience overall.
The Dell Latitude 1474-20 boasts an impressive display with excellent viewing angles and maximum brightness of 435 nits.
The Dell Latitude 14 7420 boasts a feature-packed design with ample power and long-lasting battery performance available.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
HP Elite Dragonfly Max
#449
Dell Latitude 14 7420
Winner
#444
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
HP Elite Dragonfly Max
#501
Dell Latitude 14 7420
#480
Winner
Display
HP Elite Dragonfly Max
#680
Dell Latitude 14 7420
#642
Winner
Performance
HP Elite Dragonfly Max
#678
Dell Latitude 14 7420
#310
Winner
Build
HP Elite Dragonfly Max
#35
Winner
Dell Latitude 14 7420
#187
Features
HP Elite Dragonfly Max
#66
Winner
Dell Latitude 14 7420
#299

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
HP HP Elite Dragonfly Max
Dell Dell Latitude 14 7420
up to 32GB
up to 64GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1185G7
Intel Core i7-1355U
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
N/A
1x M.2 NVMe slot See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

HP Elite Dragonfly Max

Strengths

The most beautiful laptop or business laptop in 2020. I still think it's one of the most beautiful laptops today.
It has a tiny 2.49 pound package with a CNC magnesium aluminum body and they're even using ocean plastics in the speaker grills to help save the environment.
One of the best keyboards I've ever typed on, it is so tactile it has such a satisfying click when you're using it
The speakers are actually quite good, you have two speakers on the bottom which are your subwoofers and you have two speakers on top
It's very portable, light, and has tons of value
Pretty good battery life, it gets 8 hours and 45 minutes

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Dell Latitude 14 7420

Strengths

The Dell Latitude 1474-20 is a powerful device with plenty of power under the hood thanks to the Tiger-Lake CPUs from Intel.
It has an arsenal of features that will surprise even the most demanding consumers, making it one of the best devices the brand has ever made.
The laptop comes in two variations: aluminum and carbon fiber exterior. The carbon fiber option is 100 grams lighter and a millimeter thicker.
The keyboard is quite comfortable to type on with moderate key travel and clicky yet quiet feedback, while the touchpad offers smooth gliding and accurate tracking.
The battery life is impressive, lasting for 16 hours and 40 minutes of web browsing and 13 hours and 9 minutes of video playback.
The laptop has a whole armory of features, including sensors for face recognition and proximity sensing, which puts privacy on a pedestal.
The display options are excellent, with either a full HD or a 4K IPS display available, both sharing a 14-inch diagonal. Our unit had the full HD panel, which had excellent viewing angles and a high maximum brightness of 435 nits.

Weaknesses

One of the most durable materials in the world, carbon fiber, has some flecks in the base and the lid.
The upgrade ability suffers due to the entirety of either 8/16/32 gigabytes of RAM being soldered onto the motherboard.
Only the storage is upgradable with a single M.2 PCI e4 drive available, which can be upgraded by the user.
There are no ports on the back of the laptop, with all I/O placed across the right and left sides.
The laptop has some blemishes despite being made from carbon fiber, which might not appeal to everyone.
Unfortunately, the upgrade process for RAM is limited due to its soldered nature.
The display's color accuracy can be improved with Dell's design and gaming profile, although it still performs well in factory settings.
Read Full Reviews

HP Elite Dragonfly Max

The HP Elite Dragonfly Max is an upgraded version of its predecessor, boasting additional features and improved performance. Weighing in at just 2.49 pounds, this laptop remains one of the most beautiful business laptops on the market, with a CNC magnesium aluminum body and ocean-plastic speaker grills. However, with a hefty price tag comes some compromises, particularly in terms of performance and battery life.

Dell Latitude 14 7420

The premium business laptop niche demands a secure, stable, and feature-packed device that never lets users down. The Dell Latitude 1474-20 answers this call, showcasing one of the best devices the brand has ever made. Equipped with Intel's Tiger-Lake CPUs and an array of features, this laptop is designed to meet the needs of even the most demanding consumers. With two build material options, a range of display choices, and impressive performance capabilities, the Latitude 1474-20 is poised to impress.

Need help choosing?

Read our detailed reviews to understand which device is better for your specific needs and budget.

Read HP Elite Dragonfly Max ReviewRead Dell Latitude 14 7420 Review

Compare other laptops

Explore comparisons between any other laptops

Compare laptops
VS

Choose two different items to see a detailed comparison of their specifications, performance, and features