Dell XPS 14 (2023) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 360
The Verdict
Both laptops deliver solid performance for business and creative work, but they target different priorities. Dell's XPS 14 offers a sharper 2560x1600 IPS LCD display (500 nits) on a compact 14.5-inch screen with Intel 13th Gen processing, making it ideal for portability and focused work. Samsung's Galaxy Book4 360 counters with a larger 15.6-inch AMOLED touchscreen (1920x1080, 400 nits), 2-in-1 convertible design, newer Intel Core Ultra 7 processor with 16 cores, and legacy ports including HDMI and USB-A. Battery life slightly favors Samsung at 14 hours versus Dell's 13 hours. Weight is nearly identical. Dell excels in display clarity and compactness; Samsung provides versatility through its convertible form factor and expanded port selection. For professionals prioritizing screen quality and ultraportability, the XPS 14 wins. For users valuing flexibility and traditional connectivity, Samsung's $150 price advantage combined with 2-in-1 functionality makes it the better choice.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Dell XPS 14 (2023) if…
- →120Hz display is smooth and responsive for everyday work
- →Thunderbolt 4 ports support fast external displays and storage
- →Solid build quality with premium aluminum and carbon fiber
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 360 if…
- →Versatile 360-degree 2-in-1 design with touch AMOLED
- →Samsung S Pen stylus supported for note-taking
- →Excellent Samsung Galaxy ecosystem integration
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Dell XPS 14 (2023)
Pros
- 120Hz display is smooth and responsive for everyday work
- Thunderbolt 4 ports support fast external displays and storage
- Solid build quality with premium aluminum and carbon fiber
- Good 69.5 Wh battery capacity for the form factor
- Optional OLED display upgrade for creative professionals
Cons
- Fan noise is noticeable under sustained workloads
- No USB-A ports may require dongles
- 1.68 kg is heavier than ultrabook competitors
- Webcam quality is average for the price
- Soldered RAM cannot be upgraded after purchase
Samsung Galaxy Book4 360
Pros
- Versatile 360-degree 2-in-1 design with touch AMOLED
- Samsung S Pen stylus supported for note-taking
- Excellent Samsung Galaxy ecosystem integration
- Good 14-hour battery life for a convertible
- Sleek aluminum build at reasonable weight
Cons
- FHD+ resolution looks soft on a 15.6-inch screen
- No SD card reader
- RAM and SSD soldered — no upgrade path
- Hinge adds weight vs. a comparable clamshell
- No discrete GPU option
Full Specifications
| Spec | Dell XPS 14 (2023) | Samsung Galaxy Book4 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.68 kg | 1.65 kg |
| Material | Aluminum and carbon fiber | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 319 x 226 x 18.0 mm | 356.3 x 229.0 x 14.9 mm |
| Ports | ||
| USB-C ports | 1 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI | — | 1 |
| USB-A ports | — | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 13 hours | Up to 14 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 69.5 Wh | 68 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.5 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD (OLED optional) | FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X touch 2-in-1 |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB NVMe PCIe 4.0 | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 10-core (6P + 4E) | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) |
| Chipset | 13th Gen Intel Core i7-13620H | 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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