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The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers better performance due to its more powerful processor, which makes it a good fit for more intensive tasks, such as engineering applications or heavy multitasking. However, this model is heavier and less portable than the XPG Xenia 14. In contrast, the XPG Xenia 14 is more portable, thanks to its lighter weight, and still provides solid performance for general use, though it may not be as well-suited for demanding tasks. Battery life also differs, so if you require longer unplugged usage, one of these may outlast the other..WRAP_UP Both laptops have high-resolution displays and a good amount of storage and RAM, but the choice should be guided by your specific needs: performance and weight are key distinctions. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall display quality
Advantages of the XPG Xenia 14
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.9
7.3
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
326.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and XPG Xenia 14 are both good for general use, though the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus, with a more powerful CPU and larger storage, offers strong performance and ample space for a variety of tasks, yet it is heavier and has a shorter battery life, which might be a drawback for those needing mobility. In contrast, the XPG Xenia 14 provides exceptional battery life and portability thanks to its lighter weight, but it compromises on CPU performance and storage capacity, making it less suited for highly demanding applications.
Gaming and AI
6.6
6.1
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and XPG Xenia 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is superior for gaming and 3D applications due to its high-performance Intel i7 processor and Iris Xe graphics, making it well-suited for intensive tasks, although it may be heavier and offer less battery life than some alternatives. On the other hand, the XPG Xenia 14, with its Intel i5 processor and identical Iris Xe graphics, provides fair gaming and 3D performance; it's lighter and has a longer battery life, but it won't handle demanding tasks quite as effectively.
Engineering and Design
7.8
6.8
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
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 XPG Xenia 14 is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is equipped with a higher-performing CPU, making it well-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks, while the XPG Xenia 14 is lighter and has longer battery life, making it more portable but less powerful for intensive work due to its lower-tier CPU. Both laptops have sufficient RAM and similar GPUs, with the Inspiron offering a slightly better screen quality, which can be important for design precision, whereas the Xenia 14 scores higher on portability and has a longer battery life, which can be essential for users on the go.
Content Creation
7.9
7.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and XPG Xenia 14 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
6.9
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
326.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a better screen than the XPG Xenia 14 for software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and XPG Xenia 14 offer screens with clear resolution and adequate brightness, making them suitable for daily productivity tasks and media consumption. Engineering and design professionals will appreciate their wide color gamuts, enhancing accuracy when working with visual content. However, both models have lower refresh rates, which limits their appeal for gaming and 3D applications where smoother motion representation is crucial.
Battery
6.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has 6 hours of battery life. The XPG Xenia 14 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
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The XPG Xenia 14 has excellent portability, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,200
$800
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a price of $1,200 and the XPG Xenia 14 costs $800.
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Key similarities
Software Development
7.7
7.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and XPG Xenia 14 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
7.2
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and XPG Xenia 14 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 XPG Xenia 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 Plus | XPG Xenia 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,200 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2022 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 12.2'' x 8.5'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 2.2 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 12.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 53 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 326 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 9.3/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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."
XPG Xenia 14
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Allen Ngo | July 2021
"The Xenia 14 is a top 14-inch laptop under 1 kg. ADATA isn't exactly known for its laptops and so we weren't expecting much from its first 14-inch Ultrabook. With that said, we're pleasantly surprised by how well the Xenia 14 looks and performs. Not only is it incredibly light, but it has a color accurate 16:10 display, high CPU and GPU performance, easy RAM and SSD serviceability, plenty of port options including Thunderbolt 4, and long battery life. It packs a lot of punch and features considering the size and weight to be better than even the LG Gram series."
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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.
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