Dell XPS 14 vs Apple 13-inch MacBook Neo
These are different classes of machine. The Dell XPS 14 is a work laptop: 32GB of fast memory, a 1TB SSD, a 14.5-inch 3.2K OLED panel at 120Hz and a Core Ultra 7, so it handles heavy multitasking, large files and creative apps. The MacBook Neo is a student machine: an A18 Pro chip, 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD in a light aluminum body with up to 16 hours of battery. Reviewers rate the XPS 14 as a top Windows laptop for work; owners rate the Neo 4.8 out of 5. Buy the Dell for real work, the Neo for school and everyday tasks.
- Choose the Dell XPS 14 if you run heavy apps, keep many tabs and large files open, or want a big OLED screen and Windows software.
- Choose the Apple 13-inch MacBook Neo if your work is school, browsing, writing and light photo edits, and you want long battery life in a light, durable laptop.
Prices
- Dell XPS 14: $1,299.00 at ThePCWholesale.com (last seen Nov 5)
- Apple 13-inch MacBook Neo: $599.00 at UCLA Store (checked today)
- Difference: the Apple 13-inch MacBook Neo is $700.00 cheaper than the Dell XPS 14 at the latest prices (Nov 5 and Nov 9)
