Dell XPS 14 review

Dell XPS 14 returns as Dell's premium 14-inch Windows laptop, and Dell's US store describes it as its thinnest 14-inch laptop with exceptional battery life, without giving an hour figure on the page. The base configuration lists an Intel Core Ultra 5 325 with 8 cores, Intel Arc graphics, 16GB of LPDDR5X memory, a 512GB SSD and a 14-inch FHD+ (1920x1200) non-touch screen at a Dell Price of $1,699.99, discounted from an estimated value of $2,149.99. Stepping up to the Intel Core Ultra 7 358H with 16 cores and 32GB costs $2,399.99, and the QHD+ (2880x1800) touchscreen version is listed at $3,149.99. Dell's page highlights Copilot+ PC features such as Recall and Click to Do, plus Windows Hello login. The XPS 14 makes sense for buyers who want Intel's newest chips and a premium build from a major PC maker. Buyers focused on value will get an OLED screen and HDMI for less with ASUS Zenbook 14, and longer rated battery with Surface Laptop.

Who it is for

Windows buyers who want a premium Intel laptop

Price

Dell Price $1,699.99 for the Core Ultra 5 325, 16GB, 512GB model (Dell lists an estimated value of $2,149.99).

Estimated Value $2,149.99 Save $450.00 Dell Price $1,699.99
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 13, 2026.

Key features

• Intel Core Ultra 5 325 with 8 cores in the base configuration
• 16GB LPDDR5X memory and a 512GB SSD in the base model
• Upgrade to Intel Core Ultra 7 358H with 16 cores and 32GB
• 14-inch FHD+ (1920x1200) screen, or a QHD+ (2880x1800) touchscreen
• Copilot+ PC features listed on Dell's page, including Recall and Click to Do

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: 16GB memory and 512GB storage as the base configuration
• Strength: Dell calls it its thinnest 14-inch laptop
• Strength: QHD+ 2880x1800 touchscreen available
• Weakness: The QHD+ touchscreen configuration is listed at $3,149.99
• Weakness: The $1,699.99 base model has a non-touch FHD+ screen
• Weakness: Dell's price is a discount from an estimated value of $2,149.99 and can change

Key facts

• Starting price: $1,699.99 (Dell Price)
• Processor: Intel Core Ultra 5 325 to Core Ultra 7 358H
• Memory: 16GB or 32GB LPDDR5X
• Display: 14-inch FHD+ or QHD+ touch
• OS: Windows 11 Home

Where it ranks

Dell XPS 14 is No. 6 in our Best Laptops verdict.