Dell Inspiron 14 vs Apple MacBook Air 13 M4
Verdict: The MacBook Air 13 M4 outperforms the Dell Inspiron 14 across most metrics with superior battery life of 18+ hours versus 8 hours and better build quality per Notebookcheck and RTINGS. The Dell provides stronger value for Windows users on a tight budget but trails in performance consistency and port flexibility. MacBook Air M4 is the clear winner for portability and daily use.
How we scored it
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Our methodology
Winner: Apple MacBook Air 13 M4
Dell Inspiron 14: 6.5/10
Apple MacBook Air 13 M4: 8.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Dell Inspiron 14 | Apple MacBook Air 13 M4 | |
|---|---|---|
| screen_size | 14 inch | 13.6 inch |
| processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Apple M4 |
| ram | 16GB LPDDR5 | 16GB unified |
| storage | 512GB SSD | 256GB SSD |
Dell Inspiron 14
What works
- Affordable entry price for Windows laptop
- Good port selection including USB-A and HDMI
- Upgradable storage in some configurations
What doesn't
- Average build quality with plastic chassis
- Battery life around 8 hours (per Notebookcheck)
Apple MacBook Air 13 M4
What works
- Exceptional battery life over 18 hours (per Notebookcheck)
- Premium aluminum unibody construction
- Excellent keyboard and trackpad
What doesn't
- Limited ports with only two Thunderbolt
- Lower base storage on entry model
Bottom line
Our pick: Apple MacBook Air 13 M4.
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