Dell XPS 14 (9440) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360
Both laptops pack identical Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processors and 16GB RAM, yet they target different priorities. Dell's XPS 14 excels with a brighter 500-nit IPS display and superior portability at 1.74kg, though its 14.5-inch 1920x1200 resolution feels cramped for productivity. Samsung's Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 counters with a larger 16-inch Dynamic AMOLED touchscreen delivering 2880x1800 resolution and 120Hz refresh rates, plus a convertible 2-in-1 design for versatility. Battery longevity favors Samsung at 15 hours versus Dell's 12 hours, and the Galaxy Book includes legacy USB-A and HDMI ports. Dell maintains a Thunderbolt 3 advantage while Samsung offers only Thunderbolt 2. For creative professionals needing display quality and flexibility, Samsung wins; ultraportable users prioritizing thinness and brightness should choose Dell. Samsung's superior battery and screen technology justify its modest price premium, making it the stronger all-rounder.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Dell XPS 14 (9440) | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.74 kg | 1.66 kg |
| Material | CNC aluminum and carbon fiber | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 320.0 x 215.5 x 18.0 mm | 355.4 x 252.2 x 12.8 mm |
| Ports | ||
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 3 | 2 |
| HDMI | — | 1 |
| USB-A ports | — | 1 |
| USB-C ports | — | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 12 hours mixed use | Up to 15 hours |
| Capacity | 69.5 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.5 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | InfinityEdge IPS non-touch | Dynamic AMOLED 2X touchscreen |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB NVMe | 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5x | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) | 16 cores |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
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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
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360
Pros
- Beautiful 3K AMOLED 120Hz touchscreen with S Pen support
- Remarkably thin at 12.8 mm for a 16-inch convertible
- Versatile 360-degree hinge for tablet and tent modes
- Strong battery life from 76 Wh cell
Cons
- Heavy to use as a tablet at 1.66 kg
- No discrete GPU for creative or gaming workloads
- Soldered RAM limits future upgrades
- S Pen included but lacks charging or Bluetooth features
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