Dell XPS 13 (9350) vs HP Spectre x360 14 (2024)
Laptops comparison: specs, VersusAnything Score, key differences and a clear recommendation.
Choosing between Dell XPS 13 (9350) and HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) comes up constantly, so we ran both through the same 12-row comparison and our category scoring. 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 HP Spectre x360 14 is a 2-in-1 convertible with a 2.8K OLED touchscreen, a 9 MP webcam and a stylus in the box.
Quick verdict
On the VersusAnything Score, Dell XPS 13 (9350) finishes ahead, 61 to 46. It is the better buy for Windows users who want MacBook-like battery life in a premium compact body; for people who want one device for typing, sketching and watching media, HP Spectre x360 14 still makes more sense.
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
HP Spectre x360 14 (2024)
The HP Spectre x360 14 is a 2-in-1 convertible with a 2.8K OLED touchscreen, a 9 MP webcam and a stylus in the box.
Best for people who want one device for typing, sketching and watching media
Key differences
- Screen size: Dell XPS 13 13.4" vs HP Spectre x360 14 14" — a preference, not a scored win
- Resolution: Dell XPS 13 1920 x 1200 (IPS, non-touch) vs HP Spectre x360 14 2880 x 1800 OLED touch — a preference, not a scored win
- Processor: Dell XPS 13 Intel Core Ultra 7 256V vs HP Spectre x360 14 Intel Core Ultra 7 155H — a preference, not a scored win
- Graphics: Dell XPS 13 Intel Arc 140V (integrated) vs HP Spectre x360 14 Intel Arc (integrated) — a preference, not a scored win
- Ports: Dell XPS 13 2x Thunderbolt 4 vs HP Spectre x360 14 2x Thunderbolt 4, USB-A, 3.5 mm — a preference, not a scored win
Specification comparison table
| Specification | Dell XPS 13 | HP Spectre x360 14 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 13.4" | 14" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 (IPS, non-touch) | 2880 x 1800 OLED touch |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Weight | 1.19 kg | 1.44 kg |
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 256V | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Base SSD | 512 GB | 1,024 GB |
| Graphics | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) | Intel Arc (integrated) |
| Rated battery life | 20 h | 14 h |
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 | 2x Thunderbolt 4, USB-A, 3.5 mm |
| Operating system | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Launch price (USD) | $1,399 | $1,449 |
Display: Dell XPS 13 vs HP Spectre x360 14 Score: Dell XPS 13 59 · HP Spectre x360 14 59
The two differ on screen size (13.4" against 14"), and a bigger screen helps multitasking but adds bulk to your bag. The two differ on resolution (1920 x 1200 (IPS, non-touch) against 2880 x 1800 OLED touch), and resolution and panel type decide how sharp text looks and how good the colours are for creative work.
On refresh rate the two match exactly (120 Hz).
Portability: Dell XPS 13 vs HP Spectre x360 14 Score: Dell XPS 13 94 · HP Spectre x360 14 41
On weight, Dell XPS 13 keeps it to 1.19 kg while HP Spectre x360 14 lists 1.44 kg. That 0.25 kg edge counts since every hundred grams matters if the laptop lives in a backpack.
Performance: Dell XPS 13 vs HP Spectre x360 14 Score: Dell XPS 13 38 · HP Spectre x360 14 57
For processor, Dell XPS 13 uses Intel Core Ultra 7 256V whereas HP Spectre x360 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. Both list 16 GB for RAM, so nothing separates them here.
HP Spectre x360 14 offers 1,024 GB of base SSD while Dell XPS 13 stops at 512 GB; the 512 GB gap matters because a larger base SSD saves you from paying for an upgrade or carrying an external drive. Dell XPS 13: Intel Arc 140V (integrated). HP Spectre x360 14: Intel Arc (integrated). Neither is scored, but graphics decide whether the laptop can handle gaming and GPU-accelerated video editing.
Battery: Dell XPS 13 vs HP Spectre x360 14 Score: Dell XPS 13 65 · HP Spectre x360 14 24
Dell XPS 13 leads on rated battery life with 20 h versus 14 h, a margin of 6 h. In practice the manufacturer's rating is optimistic, but it is still useful for relative comparison.
Ports: Dell XPS 13 vs HP Spectre x360 14
For ports, Dell XPS 13 uses 2x Thunderbolt 4 whereas HP Spectre x360 14 goes with 2x Thunderbolt 4, USB-A, 3.5 mm. This is a preference rather than a scored win: port selection decides how many dongles you carry.
Value: Dell XPS 13 vs HP Spectre x360 14 Score: Dell XPS 13 62 · HP Spectre x360 14 44
Both list Windows 11 for operating system, so nothing separates them here.
Dell XPS 13 is better on launch price (USD) at $1,399 against $1,449, a $50 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
- Weaker base SSD (512 GB)
HP Spectre x360 14
Pros
- 2.8K OLED touch display
- 360-degree convertible with pen
- 9 MP webcam
- Better weight (1.44 kg)
- Better rated battery life (14 h)
- Better launch price (USD) ($1,449)
Cons
- Weaker base SSD (1,024 GB)
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 HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) for…
People who want one device for typing, sketching and watching media. It stands out for 2.8k oled touch display, 360-degree convertible with pen, 9 mp webcam.
Final verdict
On the VersusAnything Score, Dell XPS 13 (9350) finishes ahead, 61 to 46. It is the better buy for Windows users who want MacBook-like battery life in a premium compact body; for people who want one device for typing, sketching and watching media, HP Spectre x360 14 still makes more sense. 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 HP Spectre x360 14?
On the VersusAnything Score, Dell XPS 13 finishes ahead 61 to 46. That makes Dell XPS 13 the better overall pick for Windows users who want MacBook-like battery life in a premium compact body, while HP Spectre x360 14 is still the right choice for people who want one device for typing, sketching and watching media.
What is the biggest difference between Dell XPS 13 and HP Spectre x360 14?
The largest gap is screen size: Dell XPS 13 lists 13.4" while HP Spectre x360 14 lists 14". A bigger screen helps multitasking but adds bulk to your bag.
Which is cheaper, Dell XPS 13 or HP Spectre x360 14?
Dell XPS 13 is cheaper on launch price (USD): $1,399 against $1,449 for HP Spectre x360 14. Street prices vary by country and retailer, so check current offers.
Who should choose HP Spectre x360 14 over Dell XPS 13?
HP Spectre x360 14 is the better fit for people who want one device for typing, sketching and watching media. Its strongest points are 2.8k oled touch display, 360-degree convertible with pen, 9 mp webcam.
Sources
- Dell XPS 13: Dell product page (manufacturer)
- HP Spectre x360 14: HP product 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.