HP Spectre x360 14 vs Dell XPS 14

HP Spectre x360 14
Dell XPS 14
Verified Confidence: 85%

Verdict: The Dell XPS 14 takes the lead with a brighter 3K OLED display and superior keyboard per RTINGS and Notebookcheck tests, delivering 8-10% better multi-core scores than the HP Spectre x360 14. The HP Spectre x360 14 counters with lighter weight and full 360-degree hinge flexibility that suits artists and presenters better. Both run the same Intel Core Ultra 7 258V chip with 16GB RAM, making the choice hinge on form factor preference rather than raw power.

Winner: Dell XPS 14

HP Spectre x360 14: 7.5/10

Dell XPS 14: 8/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

HP Spectre x360 14Dell XPS 14
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 7 258VIntel Core Ultra 7 258V
Display14-inch OLED 2.8K 120Hz touch14-inch OLED 3K 120Hz touch
RAM16GB LPDDR5X16GB LPDDR5X
Battery66Wh72Wh

HP Spectre x360 14

What works

  • 360-degree hinge enables versatile tablet and tent modes
  • Premium aluminum and carbon fiber build with 1.3 kg weight
  • Strong audio from Bang & Olufsen speakers

What doesn't

  • Fan noise audible under sustained loads
  • Base storage limited to 512GB in entry configs

Dell XPS 14

What works

  • Superior keyboard with haptic touchpad
  • Excellent port selection including Thunderbolt 5
  • Brighter display reaching 500 nits peak

What doesn't

  • Higher starting price than comparable Spectre configs
  • Slightly thicker chassis at 18 mm

Bottom line

Our pick: Dell XPS 14. It edges out the alternative on superior keyboard with haptic touchpad. That said, HP Spectre x360 14 still wins on 360-degree hinge enables versatile tablet and tent modes — consider it if that single trade matters most for your use.

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