Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 64GB
Core Ultra 9 · 64GB · 2024
MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB SSD
M3 Max · 32GB · 2023 · 1TB SSD
MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB SSD takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 64GB lands at 91 and MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB SSD at 93. That puts MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB SSD ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 64GB if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Pick MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB 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 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB SSDCPU + GPU muscle for demanding work
MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB SSD leads on cpu (93 vs 91).
Battery life
MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB SSDUnplugged endurance for travel and campus
MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB SSD leads on battery (83 vs 81).
Portability
Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 64GBWeight, size, and carry-everywhere comfort
Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 64GB leads on portability (84 vs 82).
Display
TiePanel quality for creative and media work
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 64GBSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 64GB more score per dollar ($2,599 vs $3,699).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 64GB | MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB SSD |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | ▲ Core Ultra 9 | M3 Max |
| RAM | ▲ 64GB | 32GB |
| Release year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Storage | — | 1TB SSD |
Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 64GB
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB SSD
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
FAQ: Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 64GB vs MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB SSD
Which is better, Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 64GB or MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB SSD? +
MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB SSD scores 93 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 64GB worth the price? +
At $2,599, Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 64GB delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in cpu.
Is MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB SSD worth the price? +
At $3,699, MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB SSD delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in cpu.
Does Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 64GB or MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB 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 16 (9640) · 64GB or MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB SSD? +
MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB SSD — leads on cpu (93 vs 91). CPU + GPU muscle for demanding work.
Which is better for battery life, Dell XPS 16 (9640) · 64GB or MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB SSD? +
MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 32GB · 1TB SSD — leads on battery (83 vs 81). Unplugged endurance for travel and campus.