Dell XPS 13 (9350) vs Dell XPS 14 (9440)
Laptops comparison: specs, VersusAnything Score, key differences and a clear recommendation.
Dell XPS 13 (9350) 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 Dell XPS 13 9350 brings Intel's Core Ultra 200V series to Dell's minimalist zero-lattice keyboard design with excellent battery life. 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
Dell XPS 13 scores 61 to Dell XPS 14's 34 on our category weighting, making it the stronger overall pick for Windows users who want MacBook-like battery life in a premium compact body. Dell XPS 14 remains the right call for creators who want XPS design with discrete graphics.
VersusAnything Score
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Side-by-side overview
Dell XPS 13 (9350)
The Dell XPS 13 9350 brings Intel's Core Ultra 200V series to Dell's minimalist zero-lattice keyboard design with excellent battery life.
Best for Windows users who want MacBook-like battery life in a premium compact body
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: Dell XPS 13 13.4" vs Dell XPS 14 14.5" — a preference, not a scored win
- Resolution: Dell XPS 13 1920 x 1200 (IPS, non-touch) vs Dell XPS 14 1920 x 1200 (IPS); 3200 x 2000 OLED optional — a preference, not a scored win
- Processor: Dell XPS 13 Intel Core Ultra 7 256V vs Dell XPS 14 Intel Core Ultra 7 155H — a preference, not a scored win
- Graphics: Dell XPS 13 Intel Arc 140V (integrated) vs Dell XPS 14 Intel Arc (integrated); RTX 4050 optional — a preference, not a scored win
- Ports: Dell XPS 13 2x Thunderbolt 4 vs Dell XPS 14 3x Thunderbolt 4, microSD, 3.5 mm — a preference, not a scored win
Specification comparison table
| Specification | Dell XPS 13 | Dell XPS 14 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 13.4" | 14.5" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 (IPS, non-touch) | 1920 x 1200 (IPS); 3200 x 2000 OLED optional |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Weight | 1.19 kg | 1.68 kg |
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 256V | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Base SSD | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Graphics | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) | Intel Arc (integrated); RTX 4050 optional |
| Rated battery life | 20 h | 12 h |
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 | 3x Thunderbolt 4, microSD, 3.5 mm |
| Operating system | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Launch price (USD) | $1,399 | $1,499 |
Display: Dell XPS 13 vs Dell XPS 14 Score: Dell XPS 13 59 · Dell XPS 14 59
Dell XPS 13: 13.4". Dell XPS 14: 14.5". Neither is scored, but a bigger screen helps multitasking but adds bulk to your bag. Dell XPS 13: 1920 x 1200 (IPS, non-touch). Dell XPS 14: 1920 x 1200 (IPS); 3200 x 2000 OLED optional. Neither is scored, but resolution and panel type decide how sharp text looks and how good the colours are for creative work.
Refresh rate is identical at 120 Hz.
Portability: Dell XPS 13 vs Dell XPS 14 Score: Dell XPS 13 94 · Dell XPS 14 18
Dell XPS 13 is better on weight at 1.19 kg against 1.68 kg, a 0.49 kg difference; lower is better because every hundred grams matters if the laptop lives in a backpack.
Performance: Dell XPS 13 vs Dell XPS 14 Score: Dell XPS 13 38 · Dell XPS 14 38
For processor, Dell XPS 13 uses Intel Core Ultra 7 256V 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. RAM is identical at 16 GB.
Base SSD is identical at 512 GB. The two differ on graphics (Intel Arc 140V (integrated) against Intel Arc (integrated); RTX 4050 optional), and graphics decide whether the laptop can handle gaming and GPU-accelerated video editing.
Battery: Dell XPS 13 vs Dell XPS 14 Score: Dell XPS 13 65 · Dell XPS 14 18
The rated battery life row goes to Dell XPS 13: 20 h against 12 h. The manufacturer's rating is optimistic, but it is still useful for relative comparison.
Ports: Dell XPS 13 vs Dell XPS 14
The two differ on ports (2x Thunderbolt 4 against 3x Thunderbolt 4, microSD, 3.5 mm), and port selection decides how many dongles you carry.
Value: Dell XPS 13 vs Dell XPS 14 Score: Dell XPS 13 62 · Dell XPS 14 35
Operating system is identical at Windows 11.
Dell XPS 13 is better on launch price (USD) at $1,399 against $1,499, a $100 difference; lower is better because launch price is the cleanest baseline for value.
Pros and cons
Dell XPS 13
Pros
- Core Ultra 200V efficiency
- Edge-to-edge keyboard design
- Very light at 1.19 kg
- Better weight (1.19 kg)
- Better rated battery life (20 h)
- Better launch price (USD) ($1,399)
Cons
- No scored row lost in this matchup
Dell XPS 14
Pros
- Optional RTX 4050 graphics
- 3.2K OLED touch option
- Premium CNC aluminium build
- Better weight (1.68 kg)
- Better rated battery life (12 h)
- Better launch price (USD) ($1,499)
Cons
- No scored row lost in this matchup
Which one should you buy?
Choose Dell XPS 13 (9350) for…
Windows users who want MacBook-like battery life in a premium compact body. It stands out for core ultra 200v efficiency, edge-to-edge keyboard design, very light at 1.19 kg.
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
Dell XPS 13 scores 61 to Dell XPS 14's 34 on our category weighting, making it the stronger overall pick for Windows users who want MacBook-like battery life in a premium compact body. 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 Dell XPS 13 better than Dell XPS 14?
On the VersusAnything Score, Dell XPS 13 finishes ahead 61 to 34. That makes Dell XPS 13 the better overall pick for Windows users who want MacBook-like battery life in a premium compact body, while Dell XPS 14 is still the right choice for creators who want XPS design with discrete graphics.
What is the biggest difference between Dell XPS 13 and Dell XPS 14?
The largest gap is screen size: Dell XPS 13 lists 13.4" while Dell XPS 14 lists 14.5". A bigger screen helps multitasking but adds bulk to your bag.
Which is cheaper, Dell XPS 13 or Dell XPS 14?
Dell XPS 13 is cheaper on launch price (USD): $1,399 against $1,499 for Dell XPS 14. Street prices vary by country and retailer, so check current offers.
Who should choose Dell XPS 14 over Dell XPS 13?
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
- Dell XPS 13: Dell 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.