Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro vs Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1
The Verdict
The Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro and Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 is the cheaper of the two at $749 versus $1,999, a difference of about $1,250. The Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro stands out for m5 pro: 18-core cpu with super cores, 4x ai performance vs m4, while Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 is praised for versatile 360-degree hinge works as laptop, tent, and tablet. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro if…
- →M5 Pro: 18-core CPU with super cores, 4x AI performance vs M4
- →Thunderbolt 5 connectivity
- →Up to 24 hours battery life
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
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro
Pros
- M5 Pro: 18-core CPU with super cores, 4x AI performance vs M4
- Thunderbolt 5 connectivity
- Up to 24 hours battery life
- Wi-Fi 7 via N1 chip
- Starts at 1TB storage
Cons
- $1999 starting price
- No touchscreen
- Non-upgradable RAM and storage
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" M5 Pro | Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | macOS 17 | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.55 kg | 3.57 lbs (1.62 kg) |
| Material | Recycled aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 15.5 x 22.1 x 1.55 cm | 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 24 hours | Up to 10 hours |
| Capacity | 72.4 Wh | 54 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2 inches | 14 inches |
| Type | Liquid Retina XDR, nano-texture option | IPS touchscreen |
| Resolution | 3024 x 1964 | 1920 x 1200 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1600 | 300 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB / 2 TB / 4 TB | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 24 GB / 48 GB | 16 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 18 cores (6 super + 12 performance) | 12 cores (2P + 8E + 2LPE) |
| Chipset | Apple M5 Pro (18-core CPU, 20-core GPU) | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
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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.
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