Dell 14 PlusvsHP EliteBook x360 1040 G11

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Dell
Dell 14 Plus
14 Plus

Quick Stats

The Dell 14 Plus delivers impressive performance, exceeding expectations with ease and handling demanding tasks respectably well.
The Dell 14 Plus has an impressive build quality with a sturdy chassis and sleek design overall.
The main issue with the Dell 14 Plus is its display's lack of a 120Hz refresh rate.
The Dell 14 Plus offers impressive features, including high-resolution display, ample memory, and above-average speaker quality capabilities.
HP
HP EliteBook x360 1040 G11
EliteBook x360 1040 G11

Quick Stats

The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G11 delivers excellent performance and snappy system responses in productivity workflows effectively.
The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G11 has a sturdy and premium build quality, highly customizable and professional.
The HP EliteBook's Full HD panel is adequate, but not impressive, for everyday productivity workflows.
The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G11 boasts an impressive array of premium features, including Intel Meteor Lake Core i7.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Dell 14 Plus
Winner
#354
HP EliteBook x360 1040 G11
#358
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Dell 14 Plus
#481
HP EliteBook x360 1040 G11
#323
Winner
Display
Dell 14 Plus
#215
Winner
HP EliteBook x360 1040 G11
#404
Performance
Dell 14 Plus
#502
HP EliteBook x360 1040 G11
#407
Winner
Build
Dell 14 Plus
#189
Winner
HP EliteBook x360 1040 G11
#229
Features
Dell 14 Plus
#302
Winner
HP EliteBook x360 1040 G11
#389

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Dell Dell 14 Plus
HP HP EliteBook x360 1040 G11
up to 32GB
up to 48GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core Ultra 9 288V
Intel Core Ultra 7 165H
Intel Arc Graphics 140V
Intel Arc (8-Cores)
N/A
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Dell 14 Plus

Strengths

This laptop truly is a full-fledged productivity machine.
Dell has made huge improvements in performance, making it suitable for tasks like video editing.
Thermal issues have improved, although there's still room for improvement.
The battery life is decent, with a runtime of just north of 10 hours with general productivity use case.
The speaker quality is above average, offering good volume and bass.
Performance is the biggest strength of this device, making it suitable for demanding tasks like multilayer 4K video editing.
The laptop can handle casual gaming, achieving close to 60fps in games like Counter Strike 2 Go.

Weaknesses

The display has a low brightness rating, which might be a concern for some users.
The keyboard quality is questionable, with too much flex and cost-cutting measures taken.
Only one Thunderbolt port is available, limiting connectivity options.
Thermal performance still lags behind industry standards, with maximum average surface temperature reaching 41°C under peak load.
Fan noise can become a concern if you use the desktop for extended periods.
The laptop's price has increased to over $1,300 in this configuration, which might be a deterrent for some users.
Quality Assurance (QA) issues are still plaguing Dell laptops, with this device not being an exception.

HP EliteBook x360 1040 G11

Strengths

The EliteBook X360 1040 G11 has a very premium feel, tons of IO, and a great keyboard that makes it a competent partner for everyday computing needs.
The laptop comes with Intel's Meteor Lake Core i7-165h, 16GB of speedy memory, and a 1TB SSD, making it highly customizable and suitable for general productivity workflows.
The EliteBook has a sturdy and rigid construction, with a bright and almost white color that helps to keep fingerprints at bay.
The laptop's performance is snappy, with high single-core results in our PCMark tests, making it ideal for most general productivity workflows.

Weaknesses

The display options are limited, with only an FHD panel available on the review unit (there are other options available with higher color gamut coverage and brightness).
The webcam has a higher-than-average 5MP resolution but is not ideal for video conferencing.
The cooling system was not designed for prolonged heavy use, resulting in high temperatures during stress tests.
The GPU performance drops gradually during torture tests, which may be noticeable in usual use case scenarios.
Read Full Reviews

Dell 14 Plus

The Dell 14 Plus laptop is a significant improvement over its predecessor, boasting impressive performance capabilities that make it a formidable productivity machine. With its powerful system and ample memory, it can handle demanding tasks such as video editing and coding with ease. However, some aspects of the device fall short, including a display with low brightness ratings and limited Thunderbolt ports. Despite these drawbacks, this laptop still manages to exceed expectations in many areas.

HP EliteBook x360 1040 G11

In the world of business laptops, one often assumes a compromise between form and function. However, HP's EliteBook x360 1040 G11 challenges this notion with its premium feel, robust construction, and impressive feature set. With a powerful Intel Core Ultra processor, ample RAM, and a spacious SSD, this convertible laptop promises to deliver both style and substance. Can it live up to its promise?

Need help choosing?

Read our detailed reviews to understand which device is better for your specific needs and budget.

Read Dell 14 Plus ReviewRead HP EliteBook x360 1040 G11 Review

Compare other laptops

Explore comparisons between any other laptops

Compare laptops
VS

Choose two different items to see a detailed comparison of their specifications, performance, and features