Dell XPS 14 (9440) vs LG gram 14 (2024)
The Verdict
Both laptops share the same Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor and 16GB base RAM, but diverge significantly in design philosophy and use case. Dell XPS 14 emphasizes display quality with its 500-nit brightness and larger 14.5-inch screen, paired with robust Thunderbolt 3 connectivity and premium aluminum-carbon fiber construction at 1.74kg. LG gram 14 prioritizes portability and battery longevity, weighing just 0.99kg with an impressive 22-hour rated battery life versus Dell's 12 hours. LG's sharper 2560x1600 display resolution edges out Dell's 1920x1200, though Dell's higher brightness suits bright environments better. LG retains legacy ports including HDMI, USB-A, and headphone jack, while Dell focuses on modern Thunderbolt 3 connectivity. At $400 less, LG gram 14 offers exceptional value for travelers and remote workers prioritizing battery life and ultraportability. Dell XPS 14 suits creators needing superior brightness and performance consistency. For most users, LG gram 14 delivers better daily practicality and value.
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 LG gram 14 (2024) if…
- →Incredibly lightweight at just 0.99 kg — one of the lightest 14-inch laptops
- →Outstanding 72 Wh battery provides all-day endurance
- →MIL-STD 810H durability testing for ruggedness
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
LG gram 14 (2024)
Pros
- Incredibly lightweight at just 0.99 kg — one of the lightest 14-inch laptops
- Outstanding 72 Wh battery provides all-day endurance
- MIL-STD 810H durability testing for ruggedness
- Intel Core Ultra with NPU for on-device AI tasks
- Good port selection for such a thin and light machine
Cons
- 60Hz display refresh rate feels sluggish
- 350-nit brightness is dim for outdoor use
- Build can feel slightly flexible due to lightweight materials
- Integrated Intel Arc graphics limit gaming capability
- Starting at $1299 is expensive for the specs
Full Specifications
| Spec | Dell XPS 14 (9440) | LG gram 14 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.74 kg | 0.99 kg |
| Material | CNC aluminum and carbon fiber | Magnesium alloy |
| Dimensions | 320.0 x 215.5 x 18.0 mm | 312 x 213.9 x 16.4 mm |
| Ports | ||
| SD card | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 3 | 2 |
| HDMI | — | 1 |
| USB-A ports | — | 1 |
| Microsd | — | |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 12 hours mixed use | Up to 22 hours |
| Capacity | 69.5 Wh | 72 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.5 inches | 14 inches |
| Type | InfinityEdge IPS non-touch | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 350 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB NVMe | 512 GB / 1 TB NVMe PCIe Gen 4 |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5x | 16 GB / 32 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) | 16-core (6P + 8E + 2 LP-E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | 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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