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If price is a significant factor and you need more storage, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers greater value and higher storage capacity, with a larger screen and more robust processing capabilities, which is better for intense engineering tasks. However, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is more portable, has a higher resolution screen with touchscreen functionality, and offers features such as facial recognition and a better battery life, making it ideal for business professionals who prioritize mobility and battery over performance and cost. Both laptops have similar RAM and build quality, but the Dell may run hotter and noisier under heavy use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.9
7.2
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
326.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
451.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga are both good for general use, though the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers a powerful processor and ample storage for seamless multitasking, with a decently bright screen; however, it is heavier, which may affect portability and has average battery life. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has a slightly less powerful processor but compensates with its lightweight design, versatile 2-in-1 form factor, and better battery life, making it a strong option for on-the-go users who also value high screen brightness and color accuracy.
Gaming and AI
6.6
6.0
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.1/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is better equipped for gaming and 3D applications thanks to its more powerful i7 processor and dedicated graphics unit, which are very important for this purpose; however, it's heavier than the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, which may affect portability. While both laptops have the same screen refresh rates, the ThinkPad's lighter weight and convertible design offer greater portability and versatility, albeit with a less powerful i5 processor, influencing its fair gaming and 3D performance compared to the Inspiron.
Engineering and Design
7.8
6.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus boasts a stronger CPU and more storage, making it well-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks, but it is heavier, which might affect portability. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, on the other hand, has a more portable design and a higher screen quality, benefits from a convertible form factor that could be convenient for presentations and design work, but comes with a less powerful CPU and less storage.
Content Creation
7.9
7.3
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga are both good for content creation, though the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Screen Quality
7.0
7.3
14.0in
SIZE
13.5in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
326.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
451.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga for software development, and content creation, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga both offer panels with resolutions and brightness that suffice for daily tasks like browsing and video streaming, making them suitable for general use. Their screens also cover a range of color gamuts, which is vital for engineers and designers who need precise color accuracy for their work. However, for gaming and 3D applications where a high refresh rate is crucial to reducing motion blur and providing smoother visuals, both laptops fall short, as their focus on other display attributes leaves the refresh rate lower than what's ideal for these uses.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has 8 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.5in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.4in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has excellent portability, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
8.0
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has very good build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,162
$725
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a price of $1,162 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga costs $725.
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Key similarities
Software Development
7.7
7.3
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
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How the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 Plus | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,162 | $725 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2022 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 11.7'' x 9.2'' x 0.45'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 2.54 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 11.71" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 9.16" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i5-1130G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 44.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 2256 x 1504 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 326 nits | 451 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 9.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 9.1/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
Shopping
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
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Allen Ngo | August 2022
"The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is for power users on a budget. If you're looking to maximize CPU and GPU performance on your next 14-inch laptop, then consider the pricier Razer Blade 14 or Asus Zephyrus G14. If you're looking for a thin-and-light 14-inch Ultrabook, then the Asus Zenbook 14 or LG Gram 14 may be better options. For the best of both worlds, however, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420 rides a fine line between extreme performance and portability while keeping prices at reasonable levels. Frequent travelers who rely on performance beyond what the Core U-series and integrated graphics series can offer will find the Dell to be a solid solution."
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga
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Tom Brant | April 2021
"The ThinkPad X1 Titanium is a showcase of what Lenovo thinks business computing will look like in the near future. People want thinner, lighter laptops with high-quality screens and enough computing power to get their work done. The X1 Titanium achieves these goals with some controversial but innovative design choices, including a redesigned keyboard and a pared-down port selection."
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About Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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