ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) vs Dell XPS 14 (9440)
Laptops comparison: specs, VersusAnything Score, key differences and a clear recommendation.
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) and Dell XPS 14 (9440) are two of the most cross-shopped laptops right now, and the gap between them is narrower in some rows and wider in others than the marketing suggests. The 2024 ROG Zephyrus G14 is a slim gaming laptop with an RTX 4060, Ryzen 9 and a 3K OLED display in a CNC-milled aluminium body. The Dell XPS 14 brings the zero-lattice keyboard design to a 14.5-inch size with optional RTX 4050 graphics and a 3.2K OLED touchscreen.
Quick verdict
On the VersusAnything Score, ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) finishes ahead, 39 to 34. It is the better buy for gamers and 3D creators who want real GPU power in a portable laptop; for creators who want XPS design with discrete graphics, Dell XPS 14 still makes more sense.
VersusAnything Score
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Side-by-side overview
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024)
The 2024 ROG Zephyrus G14 is a slim gaming laptop with an RTX 4060, Ryzen 9 and a 3K OLED display in a CNC-milled aluminium body.
Best for gamers and 3D creators who want real GPU power in a portable laptop
Dell XPS 14 (9440)
The Dell XPS 14 brings the zero-lattice keyboard design to a 14.5-inch size with optional RTX 4050 graphics and a 3.2K OLED touchscreen.
Best for creators who want XPS design with discrete graphics
Key differences
- Screen size: ROG Zephyrus G14 14" vs Dell XPS 14 14.5" — a preference, not a scored win
- Resolution: ROG Zephyrus G14 2880 x 1800 OLED vs Dell XPS 14 1920 x 1200 (IPS); 3200 x 2000 OLED optional — a preference, not a scored win
- Processor: ROG Zephyrus G14 AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS vs Dell XPS 14 Intel Core Ultra 7 155H — a preference, not a scored win
- Graphics: ROG Zephyrus G14 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (8 GB) vs Dell XPS 14 Intel Arc (integrated); RTX 4050 optional — a preference, not a scored win
- Ports: ROG Zephyrus G14 USB4, USB-C 3.2, 2x USB-A, HDMI 2.1, microSD, 3.5 mm vs Dell XPS 14 3x Thunderbolt 4, microSD, 3.5 mm — a preference, not a scored win
Specification comparison table
| Specification | ROG Zephyrus G14 | Dell XPS 14 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 14.5" |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1800 OLED | 1920 x 1200 (IPS); 3200 x 2000 OLED optional |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Weight | 1.5 kg | 1.68 kg |
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Base SSD | 1,024 GB | 512 GB |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (8 GB) | Intel Arc (integrated); RTX 4050 optional |
| Rated battery life | 10 h | 12 h |
| Ports | USB4, USB-C 3.2, 2x USB-A, HDMI 2.1, microSD, 3.5 mm | 3x Thunderbolt 4, microSD, 3.5 mm |
| Operating system | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Launch price (USD) | $1,599 | $1,499 |
Display: ROG Zephyrus G14 vs Dell XPS 14 Score: ROG Zephyrus G14 59 · Dell XPS 14 59
ROG Zephyrus G14: 14". Dell XPS 14: 14.5". Neither is scored, but a bigger screen helps multitasking but adds bulk to your bag. The two differ on resolution (2880 x 1800 OLED against 1920 x 1200 (IPS); 3200 x 2000 OLED optional), and resolution and panel type decide how sharp text looks and how good the colours are for creative work.
Both list 120 Hz for refresh rate, so nothing separates them here.
Portability: ROG Zephyrus G14 vs Dell XPS 14 Score: ROG Zephyrus G14 35 · Dell XPS 14 18
On weight, ROG Zephyrus G14 keeps it to 1.5 kg while Dell XPS 14 lists 1.68 kg. That 0.18 kg edge counts since every hundred grams matters if the laptop lives in a backpack.
Performance: ROG Zephyrus G14 vs Dell XPS 14 Score: ROG Zephyrus G14 57 · Dell XPS 14 38
For processor, ROG Zephyrus G14 uses AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS whereas Dell XPS 14 goes with Intel Core Ultra 7 155H. This is a preference rather than a scored win: the processor sets single-core snappiness and multi-core rendering speed. On RAM the two match exactly (16 GB).
ROG Zephyrus G14 leads on base SSD with 1,024 GB versus 512 GB, a margin of 512 GB. In practice a larger base SSD saves you from paying for an upgrade or carrying an external drive. ROG Zephyrus G14: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (8 GB). Dell XPS 14: Intel Arc (integrated); RTX 4050 optional. Neither is scored, but graphics decide whether the laptop can handle gaming and GPU-accelerated video editing.
Battery: ROG Zephyrus G14 vs Dell XPS 14 Score: ROG Zephyrus G14 9 · Dell XPS 14 18
Dell XPS 14 offers 12 h of rated battery life while ROG Zephyrus G14 stops at 10 h; the 2 h gap matters because the manufacturer's rating is optimistic, but it is still useful for relative comparison.
Ports: ROG Zephyrus G14 vs Dell XPS 14
For ports, ROG Zephyrus G14 uses USB4, USB-C 3.2, 2x USB-A, HDMI 2.1, microSD, 3.5 mm whereas Dell XPS 14 goes with 3x Thunderbolt 4, microSD, 3.5 mm. This is a preference rather than a scored win: port selection decides how many dongles you carry.
Value: ROG Zephyrus G14 vs Dell XPS 14 Score: ROG Zephyrus G14 26 · Dell XPS 14 35
Operating system is identical at Windows 11.
On launch price (USD), Dell XPS 14 keeps it to $1,499 while ROG Zephyrus G14 lists $1,599. That $100 edge counts since launch price is the cleanest baseline for value.
Pros and cons
ROG Zephyrus G14
Pros
- RTX 4060 in a 1.5 kg body
- 3K 120 Hz OLED
- Ryzen 9 8945HS
- Better weight (1.5 kg)
- Better base SSD (1,024 GB)
Cons
- Weaker rated battery life (10 h)
- Weaker launch price (USD) ($1,599)
Dell XPS 14
Pros
- Optional RTX 4050 graphics
- 3.2K OLED touch option
- Premium CNC aluminium build
- Better weight (1.68 kg)
- Better base SSD (512 GB)
Cons
- Weaker rated battery life (12 h)
- Weaker launch price (USD) ($1,499)
Which one should you buy?
Choose ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) for…
Gamers and 3D creators who want real GPU power in a portable laptop. It stands out for rtx 4060 in a 1.5 kg body, 3k 120 hz oled, ryzen 9 8945hs.
Choose Dell XPS 14 (9440) for…
Creators who want XPS design with discrete graphics. It stands out for optional rtx 4050 graphics, 3.2k oled touch option, premium cnc aluminium build.
Final verdict
ROG Zephyrus G14 scores 39 to Dell XPS 14's 34 on our category weighting, making it the stronger overall pick for gamers and 3D creators who want real GPU power in a portable laptop. Dell XPS 14 remains the right call for creators who want XPS design with discrete graphics. The VersusAnything Score is a transparent starting point, not a command; weight the rows you care about and the right answer for you may differ.
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Frequently asked questions
Is ROG Zephyrus G14 better than Dell XPS 14?
On the VersusAnything Score, ROG Zephyrus G14 finishes ahead 39 to 34. That makes ROG Zephyrus G14 the better overall pick for gamers and 3D creators who want real GPU power in a portable laptop, while Dell XPS 14 is still the right choice for creators who want XPS design with discrete graphics.
What is the biggest difference between ROG Zephyrus G14 and Dell XPS 14?
The largest gap is screen size: ROG Zephyrus G14 lists 14" while Dell XPS 14 lists 14.5". A bigger screen helps multitasking but adds bulk to your bag.
Which is cheaper, ROG Zephyrus G14 or Dell XPS 14?
Dell XPS 14 is cheaper on launch price (USD): $1,499 against $1,599 for ROG Zephyrus G14. Street prices vary by country and retailer, so check current offers.
Who should choose Dell XPS 14 over ROG Zephyrus G14?
Dell XPS 14 is the better fit for creators who want XPS design with discrete graphics. Its strongest points are optional rtx 4050 graphics, 3.2k oled touch option, premium cnc aluminium build.
Sources
- ROG Zephyrus G14: ASUS product page (manufacturer)
- Dell XPS 14: Dell XPS page (manufacturer)
Specifications last verified: 2026-10-01. Prices are launch or official list prices in US dollars unless stated. See our sources and data policy.