Dell
Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB
Core Ultra 7 · 16GB · 2024
89
/ 100
From $1,699
VS
Apple
MacBook Air 13 M3 · 32GB
M3 · 32GB · 2024
89
/ 100
From $1,399
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB lands at 89 and MacBook Air 13 M3 · 32GB at 89. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Pick MacBook Air 13 M3 · 32GB if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB 89
vs 89 MacBook Air 13 M3 · 32GB
Score breakdown
Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB
89 cpu 89
gpu 84
display 86
battery 79
portability 86
MacBook Air 13 M3 · 32GB
89 cpu 89
gpu 84
display 86
battery 79
portability 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB | MacBook Air 13 M3 · 32GB |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | ▲ Core Ultra 7 | M3 |
| RAM | 16GB | ▲ 32GB |
| Release year | 2024 | 2024 |
Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB
Pros
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
Cons
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
MacBook Air 13 M3 · 32GB
Pros
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
Cons
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
FAQ: Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB vs MacBook Air 13 M3 · 32GB
Which is better, Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB or MacBook Air 13 M3 · 32GB? +
Both score 89 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB worth the price? +
At $1,699, Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in cpu.
Is MacBook Air 13 M3 · 32GB worth the price? +
At $1,399, MacBook Air 13 M3 · 32GB delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in cpu.
Does Dell XPS 14 (9440) · 16GB or MacBook Air 13 M3 · 32GB 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.