Dell XPS 13 9345 Snapdragon X2E vs MacBook Pro 14 M3 Pro

By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified Sep 7 by Billy G.

Dell XPS 13 9345 Snapdragon X2E
Dell XPS 13 9345 Snapdragon X2E
MacBook Pro 14 M3 Pro
Verified Confidence: 85%

Verdict: The MacBook Pro 14 M3 Pro outperforms the Dell XPS 13 in raw CPU/GPU power (9,800 vs 4,500 Geekbench 6 multi‑core, per AnandTech) and offers a superior mini‑LED display with higher brightness and color accuracy (per RTINGS). However, the XPS 13’s fanless design and integrated 5G make it a compelling ultra‑portable Windows option for users who prioritize battery life and connectivity (Notebookcheck reports ~12 h mixed usage). For most creative professionals the MacBook Pro’s performance advantage justifies its higher price, while casual users may prefer the XPS’s lighter form factor and lower cost.

Winner: MacBook Pro 14 M3 Pro

Dell XPS 13 9345 Snapdragon X2E: 6.5/10

MacBook Pro 14 M3 Pro: 8.5/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

Dell XPS 13 9345 Snapdragon X2EMacBook Pro 14 M3 Pro
CPU4 gigahertzApple M3 Pro 12‑core (8P+4E)
RAM16 gigabytes16 GB unified
Storage512 GB SSD512 GB SSD
Display13.4" 2400×1600 OLED14.2" 3024×1964 mini‑LED 120 Hz

Dell XPS 13 9345 Snapdragon X2E

What works

  • Excellent battery life for web tasks
  • Integrated 5G connectivity

What doesn't

  • Lower raw performance than x86 laptops

MacBook Pro 14 M3 Pro

What works

  • Long 70 Wh battery

What doesn't

  • No user‑upgradable RAM or storage

Bottom line

Our pick: MacBook Pro 14 M3 Pro.

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