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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you require a laptop with a longer battery life and a touchscreen, the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is the better choice. However, if a larger storage capacity is important to you and performance in engineering tasks is a priority, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus could be preferable. The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is also slightly heavier, which can affect portability, while the Samsung's OLED display offers better screen colors which may be beneficial for media consumption. Both laptops are suitable for general use, but if your focus is on more intensive tasks, including 3D, machine learning, or gaming, you should consider the trade-offs between the touchscreen feature and the larger storage. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.0
7.7
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
326.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 both offer clear, vibrant displays, but the Samsung may have a slight edge in brightness and sharpness due to its higher resolution. In engineering and design, professionals favor accuracy in color reproduction, with the Galaxy Book3 360 excelling thanks to its wider color gamut coverage, providing more precise hues necessary for detailed work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates on both models mean less fluid motion and responsiveness, making them suboptimal choices for these fast-paced, visually demanding activities.
Battery
6.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has 6 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has 10 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
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and Dell Inspiron 14 Plus both have very good portability, though the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$808
$1,150
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a price of $808 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 costs $1,150.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.8
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
326.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.6/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers a large storage capacity, robust CPU, and high RAM for smooth general use, with a quality IPS screen that isn't touch-responsive and a relatively modest battery life. Conversely, the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 distinguishes itself with a touch-responsive OLED screen, which provides vivid colors and better battery life, while its CPU and RAM are adequate for general tasks, wrapped in a sleeker, more portable design.
Gaming and AI
6.6
6.4
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is better equipped for gaming and 3D tasks as it has a higher-end CPU known for better performance in these areas, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360, despite having a vibrant OLED screen which is superior in quality, includes a less powerful CPU, making it less suitable for the high demands of gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.8
7.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus, with a high-resolution IPS screen and a powerful CPU, is well-suited for engineering and design tasks, offering a balance between computing power and screen quality. The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360, while having a slightly less powerful CPU, provides an OLED touchscreen with vibrant colors and a convertible design, enhancing its usability for design work and adding portability despite having a larger screen.
Content Creation
7.9
7.8
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 are both good for content creation.
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.
Software Development
7.7
7.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.8
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and Dell Inspiron 14 Plus both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 Plus | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$808 | $1,150 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2022 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 14'' x 9'' x 0.54'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 3.22 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 13.99" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 8.98" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-1360P | |
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 | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 61.1 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 326 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
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 | 1 | |
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."
Samsung Galaxy Book3 360
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Adam Speight | July 2023
"The Samsung Galaxy Book 3 360 isn’t a laptop that the Korean manufacturer has shouted from the rooftops about, and it seems to have gotten little attention from anywhere. But, it is absolutely a laptop worth paying attention to. Compared to higher-priced devices, like the Dell XPS 13 (2022) and Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023), it manages to offer a similar day-to-day experience despite the price difference. It’s really hard to justify the extra cash unless a boosted display is a requirement of yours."
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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 Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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