Dell XPS 14 (9440) vs HP Chromebook Plus x360 14
The Verdict
Dell's XPS 14 delivers premium performance with its 16-core Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor, 16GB RAM, and 512GB storage,ideal for professionals handling demanding applications. Its superior 500-nit display, all-day 12-hour battery, and robust build quality justify the higher price point. Conversely, HP's Chromebook Plus x360 excels as a budget-friendly alternative at $449, offering excellent portability at 1.52kg, a responsive touchscreen display, and reliable all-day battery life through ChromeOS efficiency. However, the Core i3-N305 with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage limits multitasking and storage expansion. Choose the Dell XPS 14 if you need desktop-class performance for content creation, coding, or professional work. Select the HP Chromebook if web-based tasks, document editing, and portability matter most while maximizing your budget.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Dell XPS 14 (9440) if…
- →Striking minimalist CNC aluminum design
- →Optional 3.2K OLED touch display
- →Optional discrete RTX 4050 GPU
Buy the HP Chromebook Plus x360 14 if…
- →Google's Chromebook Plus standard guarantees AI features and performance minimums
- →360-degree hinge for laptop, tent, and tablet modes
- →12-hour battery life handles a full school or work day
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Dell XPS 14 (9440)
Pros
- Striking minimalist CNC aluminum design
- Optional 3.2K OLED touch display
- Optional discrete RTX 4050 GPU
- Three Thunderbolt 4 ports plus microSD
- Excellent quad speaker setup
Cons
- No USB-A or HDMI ports
- Capacitive function row lacks tactile feedback
- Seamless haptic touchpad has no visible borders
- Battery life below class-leading ultrabooks
- Premium price for the base configuration
HP Chromebook Plus x360 14
Pros
- Google's Chromebook Plus standard guarantees AI features and performance minimums
- 360-degree hinge for laptop, tent, and tablet modes
- 12-hour battery life handles a full school or work day
- Aluminum build feels premium for a Chromebook
- ChromeOS is fast, secure, and auto-updating
Cons
- 8 GB RAM and 256 GB storage is not expandable
- ChromeOS can't run traditional Windows apps
- No HDMI port — USB-C to HDMI adapter needed
- 60Hz FHD+ display is basic compared to similarly-priced Windows laptops
Full Specifications
| Spec | Dell XPS 14 (9440) | HP Chromebook Plus x360 14 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | ChromeOS |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.74 kg | 3.35 lbs (1.52 kg) |
| Material | CNC aluminum and carbon fiber | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 320.0 x 215.5 x 18.0 mm | 12.73 x 8.86 x 0.7 inches |
| Ports | ||
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 3 | — |
| HDMI | — | |
| USB-A ports | — | 1 |
| USB-C ports | — | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 12 hours mixed use | Up to 12 hours |
| Capacity | 69.5 Wh | 56 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.5 inches | 14 inches |
| Type | InfinityEdge IPS non-touch | IPS touchscreen |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 300 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB NVMe | 256 GB UFS |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5x | 8 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) | 8 cores (8E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Core i3-N305 |
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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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