Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4 Pro vs Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1
The Verdict
Apple's MacBook Pro 14" M4 Pro dominates this comparison with a significantly superior display (3024x1964 Liquid Retina XDR with 1600 nits vs 1920x1200 IPS at 300 nits), exceptional 22-hour battery life, and the M4 Pro's 16-core GPU delivering professional-grade performance. Dell's Inspiron 14 2-in-1 offers budget-conscious buyers a 2-in-1 touchscreen versatility and Intel Core Ultra 5 processing adequate for everyday tasks, but its 10-hour battery and modest 60Hz display pale significantly. Storage matches at 512GB, though the MacBook's unified architecture and ProMotion technology justify the premium. For creative professionals, developers, and power users, MacBook Pro is unquestionably superior. Dell suits students or casual users prioritizing affordability and convertible form factor over performance. Recommended: MacBook Pro 14" M4 Pro for professionals; Dell Inspiron for budget-conscious general computing.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4 Pro if…
- →Powerful M4 Pro performance in a portable chassis
- →Bright mini-LED ProMotion display
- →Long battery life around 22 hours
Buy the Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 if…
- →Versatile 360-degree hinge works as laptop, tent, and tablet
- →Intel Core Ultra with NPU at a budget-friendly $749
- →Full port selection: HDMI, USB-A, Thunderbolt, SD card
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4 Pro
Pros
- Powerful M4 Pro performance in a portable chassis
- Bright mini-LED ProMotion display
- Long battery life around 22 hours
- Three Thunderbolt 5 ports for high-speed I/O
- Excellent build quality and speakers
Cons
- Premium pricing
- Base RAM bumped to 24 GB raises entry cost
- Notch in display divides opinion
- No cellular or touchscreen option
Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1
Pros
- Versatile 360-degree hinge works as laptop, tent, and tablet
- Intel Core Ultra with NPU at a budget-friendly $749
- Full port selection: HDMI, USB-A, Thunderbolt, SD card
- Responsive touchscreen for note-taking and drawing
- 16 GB RAM standard — no need to upgrade
Cons
- 300-nit display is dim for bright environments
- FHD+ resolution is low for creative work
- 3.57 lbs is heavy for a 14-inch convertible
- Stylus not included — sold separately
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4 Pro | Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | macOS Sequoia | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg | 3.57 lbs (1.62 kg) |
| Material | Aluminum unibody | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 312.6 x 221.2 x 15.5 mm | 12.35 x 8.96 x 0.67 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| SD card | ||
| MagSafe | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 3 | 1 |
| USB-A ports | — | 1 |
| USB-C ports | — | 1 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 22 hours wireless web | Up to 10 hours |
| Capacity | 72.4 Wh | 54 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2 inches | 14 inches |
| Type | Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED | IPS touchscreen |
| Resolution | 3024 x 1964 | 1920 x 1200 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1600 | 300 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 24 GB unified | 16 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 12-core CPU, 16-core GPU | 12 cores (2P + 8E + 2LPE) |
| Chipset | Apple M4 Pro | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
Related Comparisons
- Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 vs LG gram 14 (2024)
- Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 vs Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11
- Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 vs HP Spectre x360 14 (2023)
- Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 vs Dell XPS 14 (2023)
- Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 vs ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2023)
- Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 vs Apple MacBook Pro 16" M2 Pro
This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
Explore more in laptops, see all Apple products or all Dell products. View full details for the Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4 Pro or the Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1.