Dell XPS 13 (9350) vs Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 14
Laptops comparison: specs, VersusAnything Score, key differences and a clear recommendation.
If you are torn between Dell XPS 13 (9350) and Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 14, this page lays out every specification that separates them and what each one means in use. 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 Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 is a 1.23 kg Windows laptop with a 3K AMOLED touchscreen, Intel Core Ultra 7 256V and tight integration with Galaxy phones.
Quick verdict
With VersusAnything Scores of 61 and 58, neither laptop has a meaningful overall lead. Decide on the rows you will feel daily: Dell XPS 13 for Windows users who want MacBook-like battery life in a premium compact body, Galaxy Book5 Pro for Galaxy phone owners who want a light laptop with an AMOLED screen.
VersusAnything Score
Scores are calculated from measurable specifications normalised within the laptops category and weighted by the factors above. Text-only rows (such as chipset or operating system) are explained but not scored. How the score works.
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
Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 14
The Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 is a 1.23 kg Windows laptop with a 3K AMOLED touchscreen, Intel Core Ultra 7 256V and tight integration with Galaxy phones.
Best for Galaxy phone owners who want a light laptop with an AMOLED screen
Key differences
- Screen size: Dell XPS 13 13.4" vs Galaxy Book5 Pro 14" — a preference, not a scored win
- Resolution: Dell XPS 13 1920 x 1200 (IPS, non-touch) vs Galaxy Book5 Pro 2880 x 1800 AMOLED touch — a preference, not a scored win
- Ports: Dell XPS 13 2x Thunderbolt 4 vs Galaxy Book5 Pro 2x Thunderbolt 4, USB-A, HDMI 2.1, microSD, 3.5 mm — a preference, not a scored win
- Rated battery life: Dell XPS 13 20 h vs Galaxy Book5 Pro 25 h — Galaxy Book5 Pro is better here
- Launch price (USD): Dell XPS 13 $1,399 vs Galaxy Book5 Pro $1,449 — Dell XPS 13 is better here
Specification comparison table
| Specification | Dell XPS 13 | Galaxy Book5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 13.4" | 14" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 (IPS, non-touch) | 2880 x 1800 AMOLED touch |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Weight | 1.19 kg | 1.23 kg |
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 256V | Intel Core Ultra 7 256V |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Base SSD | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Graphics | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) |
| Rated battery life | 20 h | 25 h |
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 | 2x Thunderbolt 4, USB-A, HDMI 2.1, microSD, 3.5 mm |
| Operating system | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Launch price (USD) | $1,399 | $1,449 |
Display: Dell XPS 13 vs Galaxy Book5 Pro Score: Dell XPS 13 59 · Galaxy Book5 Pro 59
Dell XPS 13: 13.4". Galaxy Book5 Pro: 14". Neither is scored, but a bigger screen helps multitasking but adds bulk to your bag. Dell XPS 13: 1920 x 1200 (IPS, non-touch). Galaxy Book5 Pro: 2880 x 1800 AMOLED touch. Neither is scored, but 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 Galaxy Book5 Pro Score: Dell XPS 13 94 · Galaxy Book5 Pro 76
On weight, Dell XPS 13 keeps it to 1.19 kg while Galaxy Book5 Pro lists 1.23 kg. That 0.04 kg edge counts since every hundred grams matters if the laptop lives in a backpack.
Performance: Dell XPS 13 vs Galaxy Book5 Pro Score: Dell XPS 13 38 · Galaxy Book5 Pro 38
Processor is identical at Intel Core Ultra 7 256V. RAM is identical at 16 GB.
Both list 512 GB for base SSD, so nothing separates them here. Graphics is identical at Intel Arc 140V (integrated).
Battery: Dell XPS 13 vs Galaxy Book5 Pro Score: Dell XPS 13 65 · Galaxy Book5 Pro 94
Galaxy Book5 Pro offers 25 h of rated battery life while Dell XPS 13 stops at 20 h; the 5 h gap matters because the manufacturer's rating is optimistic, but it is still useful for relative comparison.
Ports: Dell XPS 13 vs Galaxy Book5 Pro
The two differ on ports (2x Thunderbolt 4 against 2x Thunderbolt 4, USB-A, HDMI 2.1, microSD, 3.5 mm), and port selection decides how many dongles you carry.
Value: Dell XPS 13 vs Galaxy Book5 Pro Score: Dell XPS 13 62 · Galaxy Book5 Pro 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 launch price (USD) ($1,399)
Cons
- Weaker rated battery life (20 h)
Galaxy Book5 Pro
Pros
- 3K AMOLED touchscreen
- Only 1.23 kg
- Galaxy phone integration
- Better weight (1.23 kg)
- Better launch price (USD) ($1,449)
Cons
- Weaker rated battery life (25 h)
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 Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 for…
Galaxy phone owners who want a light laptop with an AMOLED screen. It stands out for 3k amoled touchscreen, only 1.23 kg, galaxy phone integration.
Final verdict
The scores are effectively level (61 to 58), so this comes down to fit. Dell XPS 13 is the better choice for Windows users who want MacBook-like battery life in a premium compact body; Galaxy Book5 Pro suits Galaxy phone owners who want a light laptop with an AMOLED screen. 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 Galaxy Book5 Pro?
Not overall: they score 61 and 58 on our category weighting, which we treat as level. Dell XPS 13 is the better fit for Windows users who want MacBook-like battery life in a premium compact body, and Galaxy Book5 Pro for Galaxy phone owners who want a light laptop with an AMOLED screen.
What is the biggest difference between Dell XPS 13 and Galaxy Book5 Pro?
The largest gap is screen size: Dell XPS 13 lists 13.4" while Galaxy Book5 Pro lists 14". A bigger screen helps multitasking but adds bulk to your bag.
Which is cheaper, Dell XPS 13 or Galaxy Book5 Pro?
Dell XPS 13 is cheaper on launch price (USD): $1,399 against $1,449 for Galaxy Book5 Pro. Street prices vary by country and retailer, so check current offers.
Who should choose Galaxy Book5 Pro over Dell XPS 13?
Galaxy Book5 Pro is the better fit for Galaxy phone owners who want a light laptop with an AMOLED screen. Its strongest points are 3k amoled touchscreen, only 1.23 kg, galaxy phone integration.
Sources
- Dell XPS 13: Dell product page (manufacturer)
- Galaxy Book5 Pro: Samsung Galaxy Book 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.