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Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 32GB · 512GB SSD

Name: Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 32GB · 512GB SSD
Brand: Dell
SKU: dell-xps-16-9640-32gb-512gb-ssd

Core Ultra 9 · 32GB · 2024 · 512GB SSD

/ 100

From $2,299

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro wins by 3

Apple

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

M4 Pro · Mini-LED ProMotion · 1.55 kg

/ 100

From $1,999

Specdex verdict

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 32GB · 512GB SSD lands at 91 and MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro at 94. That puts MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 32GB · 512GB SSD if…

✓Current-gen silicon
✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
✓Manufacturer warranty

Pick MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro if…

✓Best perf-per-watt portable workstation
✓Mini-LED 1600-nit HDR display
✓Best-in-class speakers

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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Performance

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

CPU + GPU muscle for demanding work

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro leads on gpu (92 vs 86).

Battery life

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

Unplugged endurance for travel and campus

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro leads on battery (92 vs 81).

Display

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

Panel quality for creative and media work

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro leads on display (96 vs 86).

Value for money

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro more score per dollar ($1,999 vs $2,299).

Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 32GB · 512GB SSD 91

94 MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

Score breakdown

Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 32GB · 512GB SSD

cpu 91

gpu 86

display 86

battery 81

portability 84

design 0

build 0

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

cpu 96

gpu 92

display 96

battery 92

portability 0

design 96

build 96

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Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 32GB · 512GB SSD versus MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro — full spec comparison
Spec	Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 32GB · 512GB SSD	MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro
CPU	▲ Core Ultra 9	Apple M4 Pro (12-core CPU)
RAM	▲ 32GB	24 / 48 GB unified
Release year	2024	—
Storage	512GB SSD	512 GB / 1 / 2 / 4 TB
Display	—	14.2″ Mini-LED Liquid Retina XDR, 120Hz
GPU	—	16-core GPU
Battery	—	72.4 Wh
Weight	—	1.55 kg

Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 32GB · 512GB SSD

Pros

+Current-gen silicon
+Competitive spec-for-dollar
+Manufacturer warranty

Cons

−Battery varies by config
−Some SKUs heavy
−RAM often soldered

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

Pros

+Best perf-per-watt portable workstation
+Mini-LED 1600-nit HDR display
+Best-in-class speakers

Cons

−8 GB base RAM gone — but storage upgrades pricey
−No OLED option
−Notch in display

FAQ: Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 32GB · 512GB SSD vs MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

Which is better, Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 32GB · 512GB SSD or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro? +

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro scores 94 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 32GB · 512GB SSD worth the price? +

At $2,299, Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 32GB · 512GB SSD delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in cpu.

Is MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro worth the price? +

At $1,999, MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in cpu.

Does Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 32GB · 512GB SSD or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro 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 16 (9640) · 32GB · 512GB SSD or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro? +

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro — leads on gpu (92 vs 86). CPU + GPU muscle for demanding work.

Which is better for battery life, Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 32GB · 512GB SSD or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro? +

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro — leads on battery (92 vs 81). Unplugged endurance for travel and campus.