Verdict: Dell XPS 13 leads on pure portability and premium feel with lower weight and better keyboard per Notebookcheck and RTINGS reviews. HP Spectre x360 14 pulls ahead for users needing touch and tablet modes, adding 0.4 lb and extra ports. XPS 13 is the pick for desk-to-bag commuters while Spectre suits note-takers and artists.
Winner: Dell XPS 13
Dell XPS 13: 8.2/10
HP Spectre x360 14: 7.8/10
| Dell XPS 13 | HP Spectre x360 14 | |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V |
| Display | 13.4-inch OLED 3K 60Hz | 14-inch OLED 3K 60Hz touch |
| Weight | 2.6 lb | 3.0 lb |
| Battery | 55 Wh | 59 Wh |
Our pick: Dell XPS 13.
The Dell XPS 13 uses Intel chips on Windows with a 16:10 display ratio. The MacBook Pro with M1 chips delivers longer battery life and is the recommended pick over it.
The Dell XPS 13 prioritizes a smaller footprint and higher-resolution display options over the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12. The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 delivers a better keyboard and more ports including HDMI.
The HP Spectre x360 14 uses a convertible 2-in-1 hinge with optional OLED touch display, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon sticks to a fixed clamshell with carbon-fiber chassis and MIL-STD testing. The X1 Carbon supplies a better keyboard and TrackPoint, whereas the Spectre prioritizes pen input and screen quality.
The HP Spectre x360 14 runs Windows with a 360-degree hinge for tablet mode while the MacBook Air M4 runs macOS in a fixed clamshell design. The M4 chip provides better efficiency than the Spectre's Intel processors.
The Dell XPS 13 supports touch input on its 13.4-inch display while the MacBook Air does not. Reviews give the MacBook Air the edge on battery life and thermals.
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