Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420vsDell XPS 13 9300

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Dell
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420
Inspiron 14 Plus 7420

Quick Stats

The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420 delivers impressive performance and smooth multitasking capabilities with its robust processing system.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420's sturdy all-metal design is its strongest feature, a major selling point.
The Inspiron 14 Plus 7420's stunning display offers excellent color accuracy and great viewing experience.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420 features upgradable RAM/SSD, Wi-Fi, and Thunderbolt 4 port for convenience.
Dell
Dell XPS 13 9300
XPS 13 9300

Quick Stats

The Dell XPS 13 9300 boasts exceptional performance, boasting impressive CPU and graphics scores overall.
The build quality has significantly improved with premium aluminum sides and a solid chassis overall.
The display boasts exceptional quality and color accuracy, with higher-than-4K resolution and great brightness.
The Dell XPS 13 9300 boasts impressive features including a high-performance i7 processor and exceptional display quality.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420
#445
Dell XPS 13 9300
Winner
#443
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420
#812
Dell XPS 13 9300
#679
Winner
Display
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420
#76
Winner
Dell XPS 13 9300
#206
Performance
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420
#503
Winner
Dell XPS 13 9300
#731
Build
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420
#536
Dell XPS 13 9300
#178
Winner
Features
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420
#305
Dell XPS 13 9300
#43
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Dell Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420
Dell Dell XPS 13 9300
up to 40GB
up to 32GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-12700H
Intel Core i3-1005G1
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
Intel UHD Graphics G1
N/A
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 3.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420

Strengths

I'm very impressed with this laptop...it's gonna have a really nice 14 inch 2.2 K display
The strong chassis design, good Port selection, very impressive performance between the CPU and the GPU, Thunderbolt 4 Port that it has, the fact that it has upgradable Ram SSD and Wi-Fi are all positives
The crystal clear array mics, the impressive full HD 1080p webcam, the decent stereo speakers and the respectable battery life all come together to make this a definite Choice here
It packs a punch under the hood...making it worth your money

Weaknesses

It can get a little hot depending on what you're doing if you're putting it on maximum load
The fans can get loud under heavy load which is to keep it cool of course and it is expected
The PCI gen 3 speeds here on the SSD are not the Gen 4 that we know it does support
A bit of a drawback, but there's a lot to like here

Dell XPS 13 9300

Strengths

Dell has been on a roll lately listening to reviewers and improving issues we complained about
The main benefit is that it's much more efficient so you're getting more performance while using less power and staying cooler than before
The build quality is better than it's ever been since they're using more metal which results in a really premium and solid aluminum chassis
The display is using a 16 by 10 aspect ratio just like the XPS 2 & 1 which adds more vertical space which is really helpful on a 13-inch display
It has higher than 4k resolution and great color accuracy and now 500 nits of brightness
The keyboard is no longer recessed into the casing and basically covers the full width of the laptop and it now looks incredibly clean
The speakers have been improved to two and a half watts per speaker, making them loud enough and with above average sound quality
The SSD is user replaceable which is impressive in a laptop so small
It has top line Wi-Fi six reception

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420

The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420 is a compact powerhouse that packs a punch in its slim frame. Boasting a vibrant 2.5K display, strong chassis design, and impressive performance thanks to the Core i7 12700H CPU and RTX 3050 discrete GPU. This laptop's all-metal premium design and decent battery life make it an attractive option for those seeking portability without sacrificing power. Can this sleek machine deliver on its promises?

Dell XPS 13 9300

Dell's latest XPS 13 is almost perfect. With significant improvements over last year's model, this laptop boasts a more efficient 10nm i7 processor and new graphics, making it a powerhouse in its class. Build quality has been upgraded with a solid aluminum chassis and better-designed vents for improved airflow. The display is stunning, with higher-than-4K resolution and great color accuracy. Overall, the XPS 13 9300 is an excellent choice for those seeking a top-notch Windows Ultrabook.

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