Apple MacBook Air 13" M4 vs Dell XPS 14 (2024)
Apple MacBook Air 13" M4
Apple
9.1
Must Buy
Dell XPS 14 (2024)
Dell
7.1
Good
What Reviewers Agree On
- Best overall laptop for most people
- 18+ hour battery life is outstanding
- M4 chip handles everything from browsing to video editing
- Fanless design means zero noise
Deal Breakers
- Only one external display natively (two with lid closed)
What Reviewers Agree On
- OLED display is stunning with perfect blacks and vivid colors
- Build quality and materials are premium — genuine luxury feel
Detailed Comparison
Battery Life
Apple MacBook Air 13" M4
All-day battery that lasts through a full workday and then some.
- 18 hours of real-world battery life — consistently the longest-lasting ultrabook
- MagSafe charging is fast and convenient, plus two USB-C/Thunderbolt ports
Dell XPS 14 (2024)
Disappointing battery life is the XPS 14's biggest weakness.
- Battery life of around 7-8 hours is below average for this class — the MacBook Pro M3 gets 4-5 hours more.
- The OLED panel eats battery for breakfast. Choose the IPS option if battery life matters to you.
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