ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2023) vs Dell XPS 13 Plus (2024)
The Verdict
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 delivers superior performance for creative professionals and gamers with its 8-core Ryzen 9 7940HS, RTX 4060 GPU, and stunning 14-inch Mini-LED display running 165Hz. Dell XPS 13 Plus prioritizes ultraportability at 1.24kg with Intel Core Ultra 7 efficiency, but sacrifices gaming capability and offers just 512GB storage on a modest 60Hz panel. Battery life edges toward Dell at 12 hours versus ASUS's 10 hours, though the ROG's larger display and expandable storage prove more practical long-term. Connectivity heavily favors ASUS with HDMI, USB-A ports, and headphone jack; XPS relies entirely on Thunderbolt 2. At $300 less, Dell appeals to ultrabook users prioritizing thinness and battery efficiency. However, ASUS commands the recommendation for versatility, performance, and upgradeability, making it the stronger all-around choice despite higher cost.
Who Should Buy
Buy the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2023) if…
- →Mini-LED display with 1100-nit HDR brightness is stunning for gaming
- →165Hz refresh rate with QHD+ resolution for sharp, smooth gameplay
- →RTX 4060 handles most modern games at high settings
Buy the Dell XPS 13 Plus (2024) if…
- →Remarkably thin and light at 1.24 kg
- →Striking futuristic design with zero-lattice keyboard
- →Strong Intel Core Ultra performance
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2023)
Pros
- Mini-LED display with 1100-nit HDR brightness is stunning for gaming
- 165Hz refresh rate with QHD+ resolution for sharp, smooth gameplay
- RTX 4060 handles most modern games at high settings
- Compact 14-inch form factor is portable for a gaming laptop
- Large 76 Wh battery provides good endurance for light use
Cons
- Fan noise is significant under heavy gaming loads
- No webcam or very basic webcam depending on configuration
- 1.72 kg is heavy for a 14-inch ultraportable
- No Thunderbolt — USB-C ports are USB 3.2 only
- RTX 4060 is limited to 8 GB VRAM for future-proofing
Dell XPS 13 Plus (2024)
Pros
- Remarkably thin and light at 1.24 kg
- Striking futuristic design with zero-lattice keyboard
- Strong Intel Core Ultra performance
- Excellent build quality with premium aluminum finish
- Optional 4K OLED upgrade available
Cons
- Only two Thunderbolt ports — no USB-A, HDMI, or SD card
- Capacitive function row lacks tactile feedback
- Soldered RAM and SSD cannot be upgraded
- Battery life is merely average for an ultrabook
- Haptic touchpad has invisible borders
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2023) | Dell XPS 13 Plus (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 | Windows 11 Home |
| Gpu | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (8 GB) | — |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.72 kg | 1.24 kg |
| Material | Aluminum alloy | CNC aluminum |
| Dimensions | 312 x 227 x 19.5 mm | 295.3 x 199.0 x 15.3 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 0 |
| USB-A ports | 2 | — |
| USB-C ports | 2 | 0 |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| SD card | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | — | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 12 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 76 Wh | 55 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14 inches | 13.4 inches |
| Type | Mini-LED IPS (Nebula HDR) | InfinityEdge IPS non-touch |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 |
| Refresh rate | 165Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1100 | 500 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB / 32 GB DDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 8-core / 16-thread | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) |
| Chipset | AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
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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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