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Dell XPS 13 vs Apple MacBook Pro 14 2025

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing hardware specifications, benchmark percentiles, battery endurance, and category performance advantages.

Gaming Laptops Battle
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Dell

Dell XPS 13

Dell XPS 13
96/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
Apple

Apple MacBook Pro 14 2025

Apple MacBook Pro 14 2025
91/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,982 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Dell XPS 13 BETTER THAN Apple MacBook Pro 14 2025?

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Dell XPS 13Winner 🏆
Apple MacBook Pro 14 2025

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORDell XPSApple MacBookLEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz60Hz
Battery CapacityN/AN/A0 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera SensorN/AN/A48 MP
Screen Display Size13.3"14"14"
Chassis Weight1210gN/A999g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Dell XPS 13:
  • 13.3" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Apple MacBook Pro 14 2025:
  • $8017 lower launch MSRP ($1982 vs $9999)
  • 14" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationDell XPS 13Apple MacBook Pro 14 2025
1. Key Hardware Specifications (Gaming Laptops)
osWindowsMac
cpuIntel Core i7-8550U (Kaby Lake R)
ram gb1616
display13.3" (3840x2160) 331 PPI14" (3024x1964) 258 PPI
cpu nameIntel Core i7 8550U 1.8GHzApple M5 M5
gpu nameIntel UHD Graphics 620Apple Apple GPU Apple 10-Core GPU
gpu typeIntegratedIntegrated
weight g1210
os version10
storage gb1024512
release date2018-01-012024-01-01
device categoryUltrabookGeneral
Launch MSRPPrice on request$1982 USD
Editorial Lab Verdict

Dell XPS 13 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 96.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Dell XPS 13 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose Dell XPS 13:
Higher overall BeastScore: 96.0 vs top rival 91.0
When to choose Apple MacBook Pro 14 2025:
Significantly larger display: 14" vs max 13.3" for media & multitasking · Lighter body: 999g (211g lighter in hand)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Dell XPS 13 vs Apple MacBook Pro 14 2025

Which is better: Dell XPS 13 or Apple MacBook Pro 14 2025?

Dell XPS 13 leads with an overall BeastScore of 96.0/100 compared to Apple MacBook Pro 14 2025 (91.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 96.0 vs top rival 91.0.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Dell XPS 13 and Apple MacBook Pro 14 2025?

Dell XPS 13 is equipped with a 13.3-inch display and standard battery, while Apple MacBook Pro 14 2025 features a 14-inch display and standard battery.

How do the performance capabilities compare between Dell XPS 13 and Apple MacBook Pro 14 2025?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Dell XPS 13 achieves a 94/100 performance score, while Apple MacBook Pro 14 2025 scores 88/100.