Key Takeaways
1. Model Names and Design: Dell has introduced the Dell 14 Premium and Dell 16 Premium, with clearer naming and a focus on being light and slim.
2. Processor and Graphics Options: The Dell 14 Premium features Intel Core Ultra 7 255H and 265H processors, with graphics options including built-in Arc 140T or Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, capped at 30 Watts for power.
3. Display and Memory Choices: It offers various display options, including a high-end 14-inch 3.2K OLED screen and a 2K IPS LCD, both with 400 nits brightness. Memory options go up to 64 GB DDR5-6400 or DDR5-8400, with specific compatibility for the RTX 4050.
4. Size, Weight, and Battery: The laptop is thin at 18 mm and weighs 1.66 kg (1.76 kg for the OLED version), powered by a 70 Wh battery and different wattage chargers depending on the GPU choice.
5. Pricing and Availability: The Dell 14 Premium is available now, starting at a price of $1,649.99, featuring a 1080p webcam, aluminum chassis, and support for Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4.
Dell’s new laptops are here, and they’re named more clearly than before. Introducing the Dell 14 Premium and Dell 16 Premium, both designed to be light and slim. The Dell 14 Premium, as the name indicates, is the smaller version. However, this compact size does limit some hardware options.
Processor and Graphics Choices
The Dell 14 Premium offers configurations with an Intel Core Ultra 7 255H and Core Ultra 7 265H. Dell hasn’t said if they’ll add more CPU options in the future. For graphics, you can either go with the built-in Arc 140T or choose to upgrade to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050. Unfortunately, the power for this is capped at a low 30 Watts, which could affect performance.
Display Options and Memory
There are several display options available for the 14 Premium. The highest-end model comes with a 14-inch 3.2K (3,200 x 2,000) OLED screen, reaching a peak brightness of 400 nits and covering 100% of the DCI-P3 color range. Alternatively, you can opt for a 2K (1,920 x 1,200) IPS LCD screen, also with 400 nits peak brightness and 100% sRGB coverage. Both displays support refresh rates up to 120 Hz.
In terms of memory, the Dell 14 Premium offers two configurations. You can choose up to 64 GB of DDR5-6400 memory or DDR5-8400. It’s important to note that the 64 GB DDR5-8400 is only compatible with the RTX 4050 model. On the I/O front, the laptop has limited options, featuring just three Thunderbolt 4.0 ports and a 3.5 mm audio jack. The storage capacity maxes out at a 4 TB PCIe Gen4 SSD.
Size, Weight, and Features
The Dell 14 Premium is impressively thin at just 18 mm and weighs 1.66 kg (1.76 kg for the OLED version). It is powered by a 70 Wh battery, and you get a 100-Watt charger if you opt for the discrete GPU; otherwise, it comes with a 60 Watt charger. The laptop includes a 1080p Windows Hello-ready IR webcam, an aluminum chassis, and a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass (for the OLED model). Additionally, it supports Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4. The Dell 14 Premium is available now, starting at a price of $1,649.99.
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