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| XPS 13 9350 (2024) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 | |
|---|---|---|
| PERFORMANCE | ||
| Graphics | — | Qualcomm Adreno (integrated) |
| Memory Bandwidth | About 136 GB/s (LPDDR5X-8533) | LPDDR5X-9523 (soldered, dual-channel) |
| Neural Engine | Intel AI Boost NPU, up to 48 TOPS — Copilot+ PC (AI & machine learning) | 80 TOPS |
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 256V (Lunar Lake, 17 W); CPU: 8-core / 8-thread (4 performance + 4 efficient), up to 4.8 GHz; GPU: Intel Arc 140V, 8 Xe2 cores | Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Plus (25W TDP) |
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | 24 September 2024 | Expected 2026-10 |
| Status | Discontinued (no longer offered on Dell.com) | Announced; expected 2026-10 |
| DISPLAY | ||
| Brightness | Up to 500 nits typical (400 nits OLED) | 400 nits |
| Color | 100% sRGB (FHD+) or 100% DCI-P3 (QHD+ / OLED) color | 45% NTSC |
| Refresh Rate | Up to 120 Hz | 60Hz |
| Resolution | 1920 × 1200 pixels; optional 2560 × 1600 or 2880 × 1800 OLED | 1920 x 1200 pixels (WUXGA) |
| Size | 13.4-inch (Diagonal) | 14 inches |
| Type | InfinityEdge 16:10 display; FHD+ 120 Hz IPS, QHD+ touch or 3K OLED touch (high-resolution panel with four thin bezels) | IPS, optional touch |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Launch Price | — | €1,099 (Base configuration) — Europe |
| Launch Price (USD) | $1,399.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $1,299 (US launch price) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦1,959,000 | ₦1,818,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| OVERVIEW | ||
| Chip | Intel Core Ultra 7 256V (8-core, up to 4.8 GHz) with Intel Arc 140V Graphics; Core Ultra 5 226V or Ultra 7 258V options | Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Plus (25W TDP); Graphics: Qualcomm Adreno (integrated) |
| Manufacturer | Dell | Lenovo |
| Model | Dell XPS 13 9350 (2024) | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 (Copilot+ PC) |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2026 |
| BODY AND BUILD | ||
| Colors | Graphite or Platinum | Luna Grey, Cloud Grey |
| Dimensions | — | Thickness: 17.39 mm |
| Material | CNC-machined aluminum with Gorilla Glass 3 palm rest | Aluminium top, PC-ABS bottom |
| Weight | 1.19 kg (non-touch) / 1.26 kg (OLED) | From 1.3 kg (2.87 lbs) |
| MEMORY AND STORAGE | ||
| RAM | Standard: 16 GB LPDDR5X 8533 MHz on-package (not upgradeable); 32 GB configuration | 16GB LPDDR5x-9523 (soldered, not upgradable) |
| Storage | SSD Options: 512 GB / 1 TB / 2 TB (varies by model) | 1TB SSD + spare M.2 2280 slot |
| Storage Type | SSD (PCIe NVMe M.2) | M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD (two M.2 slots) |
| PORTS AND CONNECTIVITY | ||
| Ports and connectivity | 2 × Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) only; USB-C to USB-A and USB-C to 3.5 mm adapters included; Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4. | 2x USB-C, 2x USB-A; Video: HDMI; Card reader: SD; Audio: 3.5mm jack; Kensington lock slot; Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 7 |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | ||
| Battery Life | Up to 26 hours (Dell-rated, FHD+ model) with 55 Wh battery (manufacturer endurance figure) | Up to 26 hours local video playback (Lenovo claim) |
| Battery Type | Built-in lithium-ion polymer battery | 50 Wh |
| Charging | 60 W USB-C charger with ExpressCharge | 65W USB-C AC adapter, PD 3.0 |
| AUDIO AND WEBCAM | ||
| Microphones | Dual-array microphones with AI noise reduction | Dual-microphone array with smart noise-cancelling |
| Speakers | Quad speakers, 8 W total | 2x 2W speakers |
| Webcam | 1080p FHD webcam with IR Windows Hello | FHD |
| SOFTWARE AND EXTRAS | ||
| Keyboard | Backlit zero-lattice keyboard with capacitive touch function row (illuminated keys, edge-to-edge design) | Backlit |
| Operating System | — | Windows 11 (Copilot+ PC) |
| Security | Fingerprint reader in the power button and Windows Hello IR camera, TPM 2.0 | Firmware TPM 2.0, fingerprint reader in power button, IR camera for Windows Hello |
| Trackpad | Seamless haptic glass touchpad | Buttonless Mylar Precision TouchPad, 75 x 120 mm |