Dell XPS 14 2026 vs HP EliteBook Ultra 14
HP EliteBook Ultra 14 wins 5 of the 12 categories we compared, against 3 for Dell XPS 14 2026 (4 tied) — including battery score (7.7/10 vs 6.7/10).
Dell XPS 14 2026 vs HP EliteBook Ultra 14: which one should you buy?
Choose the Dell XPS 14 2026 if you care most about display score (5.4/10 vs 4.2/10), connectivity score (8.9/10 vs 7.2/10) and cinebench (single-core) (109 vs 102).
Choose the HP EliteBook Ultra 14 if you care most about battery score (7.7/10 vs 6.7/10), cinebench (multi-core) (870 vs 593) and geekbench (multi-core) (13239 vs 9084).
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Dell XPS 14 2026 vs HP EliteBook Ultra 14: Overall Score
| Spec |
 Dell XPS 14 2026
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 HP EliteBook Ultra 14
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|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 5.9/10 | 5.7/10 |
Dell XPS 14 2026 vs HP EliteBook Ultra 14: Build & Design
| Spec |
Dell XPS 14 2026
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HP EliteBook Ultra 14
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|---|---|---|
| Portability score | 9.2/10 | 9.1/10 |
| Weight | 1.36 kg | 1.34 kg |
| Thickness | 14.62 mm | 14.4 mm |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes | No |
| Vapor chamber cooling | No | No |
| Numeric keypad | No | No |
| Windows Precision touchpad | Yes | Yes |
| Facial recognition | Yes | Yes |
| Build material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Available colors | Gray | White, Silver |
| Keyboard | Backlit, Island | Backlit, Island |
| Key travel | 0.8 mm | 1.2 mm |
| Cooling system | Active | Active |
| Dimensions | 309.52 x 209.71 x 14.62 mm | 312.9 x 223.5 x 8.5-14.4 mm 12.32 x 8.8 x 0.33-0.57 inches |
| Footprint | 649 cm2 (100.7 inches2) | 699 cm2 (108.4 inches2) |
| Touchpad size | 15.0 x 7.3 cm | 12.5 x 8.0 cm |
| Touchpad surface | Glass | Glass |
Dell XPS 14 2026 vs HP EliteBook Ultra 14: Benchmarks
| Spec |
Dell XPS 14 2026
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HP EliteBook Ultra 14
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|---|---|---|
| Performance score | 6.1/10 | 6.4/10 |
| Cinebench (multi-core) | 593 | 870 |
| Cinebench (single-core) | 109 | 102 |
| Geekbench (multi-core) | 9084 | 13239 |
| Geekbench (single-core) | 2463 | 2256 |
Dell XPS 14 2026 vs HP EliteBook Ultra 14: CPU
| Spec |
Dell XPS 14 2026
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HP EliteBook Ultra 14
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|---|---|---|
| CPU threads | 8 | 12 |
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 5 325 | Qualcomm |
| CPU cores | 8 (4P + 4E) | 12 |
| CPU base frequency | 2.1 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
| CPU turbo frequency | 4.5 GHz | — |
| CPU L3 cache | 12 MB | — |
| CPU manufacturing process | 2 nm | 4 nm |
| CPU configurations available | Intel Core Ultra 5 325 Intel Core Ultra 7 355 Intel Core Ultra X7 358H Intel Core Ultra X9 388H | X1E-78-100 |
Dell XPS 14 2026 vs HP EliteBook Ultra 14: GPU
| Spec |
Dell XPS 14 2026
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HP EliteBook Ultra 14
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|---|---|---|
| GPU compute | 2.5 TFLOPS | 3.8 TFLOPS |
| GPU | Intel Xe3 Graphics (4-Core) | Adreno X1-85 |
| GPU type | Integrated | Integrated |
| Integrated GPU | Intel Xe3 Graphics | Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 |
| GPU VRAM | System Shared | System Shared |
| GPU memory type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
| GPU base clock | 300 MHz | 300 MHz |
| GPU boost clock | 2450 MHz | 1250 MHz |
| GPU power (TGP) | 25 W | 80 W |
| GPU configurations available | Intel Xe3 Graphics (4-Core) | Adreno X1-85 |
Dell XPS 14 2026 vs HP EliteBook Ultra 14: Memory
| Spec |
Dell XPS 14 2026
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HP EliteBook Ultra 14
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|---|---|---|
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM upgradable | No | No |
| RAM type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
| RAM clock speed | 7467 MHz | 8400 MHz |
| RAM slots | 1 | 1 |
| RAM channels | 4x4 GB | 2x8 GB |
| RAM configurations available | 16GB|32GB|64GB | 16GB|32GB |
Dell XPS 14 2026 vs HP EliteBook Ultra 14: Storage
| Spec |
Dell XPS 14 2026
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HP EliteBook Ultra 14
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|---|---|---|
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| NVMe storage | Yes | Yes |
| Storage upgradable | Yes | Yes |
| Storage type | SSD (M2) | SSD (M2) |
| Storage interface | PCI-E Gen 5.0 (4x) | PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) |
| Storage configurations available | 512GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB | 512GB, 1 TB |
Dell XPS 14 2026 vs HP EliteBook Ultra 14: Display
| Spec |
Dell XPS 14 2026
|
HP EliteBook Ultra 14
|
|---|---|---|
| Display score | 5.4/10 | 4.2/10 |
| Display size | 14 in | 14 in |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 500 nits | 300 nits |
| Pixel density | 162 ppi | 189 ppi |
| Touchscreen | No | Yes |
| HDR support | No | No |
| Display type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2240 x 1400 |
| Screen coating | Matte | Glossy |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Contrast ratio | 2000:1 | 875:1 |
| sRGB coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Response time | 35 ms | 20 ms |
| Screen-to-body ratio | ~87.6% | ~81.3% |
| Side bezels | 4 mm | 5.7 mm |
| Maximum opening angle | 140° | 140° |
Dell XPS 14 2026 vs HP EliteBook Ultra 14: Battery
| Spec |
Dell XPS 14 2026
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HP EliteBook Ultra 14
|
|---|---|---|
| Battery score | 6.7/10 | 7.7/10 |
| Battery capacity | 70 Wh | 59 Wh |
| Charging speed | 100 W | 65 W |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Charging port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Proprietary charging | No | No |
| Battery type | Li-Po | Li-Po |
| Battery voltage | 11.49 V | — |
| Full charge time | 1:30 hr | 2:10 hr |
Dell XPS 14 2026 vs HP EliteBook Ultra 14: Network & Connectivity
| Spec |
Dell XPS 14 2026
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HP EliteBook Ultra 14
|
|---|---|---|
| Connectivity score | 8.9/10 | 7.2/10 |
| Wi-Fi generation | 7 | 7 |
| Bluetooth version | 6 | 5.4 |
| Ethernet port | No | No |
| HDMI port | No | No |
| DisplayPort | No | No |
| SD card reader | No | No |
| USB-A ports | No | 1x USB 3.2 |
| USB-C ports | 3x USB 4.0 | 2x USB 4.0 |
Dell XPS 14 2026 vs HP EliteBook Ultra 14: Audio
| Spec |
Dell XPS 14 2026
|
HP EliteBook Ultra 14
|
|---|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | No |
| Speaker configuration | 2.2 (2 tweeters and 2 woofers) | 2.0 |
| Audio chip | CirrusLogic CS42L43 | — |
| Speaker loudness | ~87 dB | ~91.2 dB |
| Speaker power | 2x2W, 2x3W | — |
Dell XPS 14 2026 vs HP EliteBook Ultra 14: OS & Software
| Spec |
Dell XPS 14 2026
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HP EliteBook Ultra 14
|
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
Dell XPS 14 2026 vs HP EliteBook Ultra 14: Extras & Features
| Spec |
Dell XPS 14 2026
|
HP EliteBook Ultra 14
|
|---|---|---|
| 2-in-1 convertible | No | No |
| Webcam | 1440p QHD | 1440p QHD |
| Webcam position | Above the display | Above the display |
Where each laptop wins
Dell XPS 14 2026
- Overall score: 5.9/10 (vs 5.7/10)
- Portability score: 9.2/10 (vs 9.1/10)
- Display score: 5.4/10 (vs 4.2/10)
- Connectivity score: 8.9/10 (vs 7.2/10)
- Cinebench (single-core): 109 (vs 102)
- Geekbench (single-core): 2463 (vs 2256)
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz (vs 60 Hz)
- Brightness: 500 nits (vs 300 nits)
- Battery capacity: 70 Wh (vs 59 Wh)
- Charging speed: 100 W (vs 65 W)
- Fingerprint reader
- Bluetooth version: 6 (vs 5.4)
- Dolby Atmos
HP EliteBook Ultra 14
- Performance score: 6.4/10 (vs 6.1/10)
- Battery score: 7.7/10 (vs 6.7/10)
- Cinebench (multi-core): 870 (vs 593)
- Geekbench (multi-core): 13239 (vs 9084)
- CPU threads: 12 (vs 8)
- GPU compute: 3.8 TFLOPS (vs 2.5 TFLOPS)
- Pixel density: 189 ppi (vs 162 ppi)
- Touchscreen
- Weight: 1.34 kg (vs 1.36 kg)
- Thickness: 14.4 mm (vs 14.62 mm)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, the Dell XPS 14 2026 or the HP EliteBook Ultra 14?
HP EliteBook Ultra 14 wins 5 of the 12 categories we compared, against 3 for Dell XPS 14 2026 (4 tied) — including battery score (7.7/10 vs 6.7/10).
Which is cheaper, the Dell XPS 14 2026 or the HP EliteBook Ultra 14?
The HP EliteBook Ultra 14 costs around $1392, $257 less than the Dell XPS 14 2026 at around $1649.
What are the main differences between the Dell XPS 14 2026 and the HP EliteBook Ultra 14?
The biggest gaps are in battery score (7.7/10 on the HP EliteBook Ultra 14 vs 6.7/10); display score (5.4/10 on the Dell XPS 14 2026 vs 4.2/10); connectivity score (8.9/10 on the Dell XPS 14 2026 vs 7.2/10).