Dell
Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 512GB SSD
Core Ultra 7 · 16GB · 2024 · 512GB SSD
89
/ 100
From $1,699
VS
Lenovo
ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13
Core Ultra 7 · 14″ OLED · 1.09 kg
89
/ 100
From $2,399
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 512GB SSD lands at 89 and ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 at 89. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 512GB SSD if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Pick ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 if…
- ✓Featherweight 1.09 kg
- ✓MIL-STD durability
- ✓Legendary keyboard
Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 512GB SSD 89
vs 89 ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13
Score breakdown
Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 512GB SSD
89 cpu 89
gpu 84
display 86
battery 79
portability 86
ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13
89 cpu 88
gpu 70
display 92
battery 90
portability 98
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 512GB SSD | ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Core Ultra 7 | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V (Lunar Lake) |
| RAM | 16GB | 16/32 GB LPDDR5X |
| Release year | 2024 | — |
| Storage | 512GB SSD | 512 GB – 2 TB |
| Display | — | 14″ OLED 2880×1800 120Hz |
| Weight | — | 1.09 kg |
| Battery | — | 57 Wh |
Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 512GB SSD
Pros
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
Cons
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13
Pros
- +Featherweight 1.09 kg
- +MIL-STD durability
- +Legendary keyboard
Cons
- −Expensive in top trim
- −Integrated graphics only
- −Port layout compromises
FAQ: Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 512GB SSD vs ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13
Which is better, Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 512GB SSD or ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13? +
Both score 89 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 512GB SSD worth the price? +
At $1,699, Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 512GB SSD delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in cpu.
Is ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 worth the price? +
At $2,399, ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in portability.
Does Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB · 512GB SSD or ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 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.