Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 1TB SSD
Core Ultra 7 · 16GB · 2024 · 1TB SSD
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSD
M4 Max · 32GB · 2024 · 512GB SSD
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSD takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 1TB SSD lands at 89 and MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSD at 96. That puts MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSD ahead by 7 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 1TB SSD if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Pick MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSD if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPerformance
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSDCPU + GPU muscle for demanding work
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSD leads on cpu (96 vs 89).
Battery life
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSDUnplugged endurance for travel and campus
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSD leads on battery (86 vs 79).
Portability
Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 1TB SSDWeight, size, and carry-everywhere comfort
Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 1TB SSD leads on portability (86 vs 79).
Display
TiePanel quality for creative and media work
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 1TB SSDSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 1TB SSD more score per dollar ($1,899 vs $3,499).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 1TB SSD | MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSD |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | ▲ Core Ultra 7 | M4 Max |
| RAM | 16GB | ▲ 32GB |
| Release year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Storage | 1TB SSD | ▲ 512GB SSD |
Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 1TB SSD
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSD
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
FAQ: Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 1TB SSD vs MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSD
Which is better, Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 1TB SSD or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSD? +
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSD scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 7. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 1TB SSD worth the price? +
At $1,899, Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 1TB SSD delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in cpu.
Is MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSD worth the price? +
At $3,499, MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSD delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in cpu.
Does Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 1TB SSD or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSD last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for performance, Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 1TB SSD or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSD? +
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSD — leads on cpu (96 vs 89). CPU + GPU muscle for demanding work.
Which is better for battery life, Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 1TB SSD or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSD? +
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 32GB · 512GB SSD — leads on battery (86 vs 79). Unplugged endurance for travel and campus.