Dell XPS 14 (2023) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro
The Verdict
Dell's XPS 14 offers a compact 14.5-inch form factor with Intel's 13th Gen i7-13620H and optional OLED display at 2560x1600 resolution, weighing just 1.68kg. Samsung's Galaxy Book4 Pro counters with a larger 16-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen at 2880x1800, Intel's newer Core Ultra 7 155H processor with 16 cores, and superior 15-hour battery life versus Dell's 13 hours. Port selection favors Samsung with dual USB-A slots and HDMI, while Dell provides minimal connectivity. Both feature 120Hz displays and 16GB RAM. Samsung's thinner 12.5mm chassis and lighter 1.55kg weight make portability impressive despite the larger screen. For professional work requiring color accuracy and video editing, Dell's potential OLED upgrade holds appeal. However, Samsung delivers better overall value with newer processor architecture, larger display, longer battery endurance, and legacy port options at a $50 discount. Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro edges ahead for mainstream users prioritizing productivity and battery longevity.
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 Pro if…
- →Gorgeous Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with vivid color
- →Slim 12.5 mm profile for a 16-inch laptop
- →Excellent Samsung ecosystem integration with Galaxy devices
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 Pro
Pros
- Gorgeous Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with vivid color
- Slim 12.5 mm profile for a 16-inch laptop
- Excellent Samsung ecosystem integration with Galaxy devices
- Good port selection including SD card and HDMI
- Up to 15-hour battery life is class-leading
Cons
- No discrete GPU option on this model
- RAM and SSD are soldered — no upgrade path
- Samsung DeX for PC still limited in scope
- AMOLED display may develop burn-in over time
- Higher price than similarly-specced Windows ultrabooks
Full Specifications
| Spec | Dell XPS 14 (2023) | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.68 kg | 1.55 kg |
| Material | Aluminum and carbon fiber | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 319 x 226 x 18.0 mm | 355.4 x 227.9 x 12.5 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 15 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 69.5 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.5 inches | 16.0 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD (OLED optional) | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 500 |
| 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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