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PERFORMANCE4 fields
| Specification | XPS 14 9440 (2024) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Graphics | — | Qualcomm Adreno (integrated) |
| Memory Bandwidth | About 120 GB/s (LPDDR5X-7467) (speed at which data moves between chip and memory) | LPDDR5X-9523 (soldered, dual-channel) |
| Neural Engine | Intel AI Boost NPU, about 11 TOPS (AI & machine learning) (accelerates on-device AI tasks) | 80 TOPS |
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (Meteor Lake, 28 W) CPU: 16-core / 22-thread (6 performance + 8 efficient + 2 low-power), up to 4.8 GHz (balances power and battery efficiency) GPU: Intel Arc Graphics, 8 Xe cores; optional NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 6 GB (handles graphics and creative workloads) | Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Plus (25W TDP) |
LAUNCH DATE2 fields
| Specification | XPS 14 9440 (2024) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2024 | Expected 2026-10 |
| Status | Discontinued (2025) | Announced; expected 2026-10 |
DISPLAY6 fields
| Specification | XPS 14 9440 (2024) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Brightness | Up to 500 nits typical (400 nits OLED) | 400 nits |
| Color | 100% sRGB (FHD+) or 100% DCI-P3 (OLED) color | 45% NTSC |
| Refresh Rate | Up to 120 Hz (screen refresh speed) | 60Hz |
| Resolution | 1920 × 1200 pixels; optional 3200 × 2000 OLED (total screen pixel count) | 1920 x 1200 pixels (WUXGA) |
| Size | 14.5-inch (Diagonal) | 14 inches |
| Type | InfinityEdge 16:10 display; FHD+ 120 Hz IPS or 3.2K OLED touch (high-resolution panel with four thin bezels) | IPS, optional touch |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION3 fields
| Specification | XPS 14 9440 (2024) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price | — | €1,099 (Base configuration) — Europe |
| Launch Price (USD) | $1,499.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $1,299 (US launch price) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦2,099,000 | ₦1,818,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | XPS 14 9440 (2024) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (16-core, up to 4.8 GHz) with Intel Arc Graphics; NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 6 GB option (handles all processing and graphics tasks) | Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Plus (25W TDP); Graphics: Qualcomm Adreno (integrated) |
| Manufacturer | Dell | Lenovo |
| Model | Dell XPS 14 9440 (2024) | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 (Copilot+ PC) |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2026 |
BODY AND BUILD4 fields
| Specification | XPS 14 9440 (2024) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Colors | Graphite or Platinum (official factory color options) | Luna Grey, Cloud Grey |
| Dimensions | — | Thickness: 17.39 mm |
| Material | CNC-machined aluminum with Gorilla Glass 3 palm rest (premium chassis for durability) | Aluminium top, PC-ABS bottom |
| Weight | 1.68 kg (non-touch) / 1.74 kg (OLED) (varies by configuration) | From 1.3 kg (2.87 lbs) |
MEMORY AND STORAGE3 fields
| Specification | XPS 14 9440 (2024) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| RAM | Standard: 16 GB LPDDR5X 7467 MHz (soldered); 32 GB or 64 GB configurations (higher multitasking capability) | 16GB LPDDR5x-9523 (soldered, not upgradable) |
| Storage | SSD Options: 512 GB / 1 TB / 2 TB / 4 TB (varies by model) (internal file and app storage) | 1TB SSD + spare M.2 2280 slot |
| Storage Type | SSD (PCIe NVMe M.2) (fast solid-state storage technology) | M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD (two M.2 slots) |
PORTS AND CONNECTIVITY1 field
| Specification | XPS 14 9440 (2024) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports and connectivity | 3 × Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C), microSD card reader, 3.5 mm headset jack, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3. | 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 CHARGING3 fields
| Specification | XPS 14 9440 (2024) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Up to 18 hours (Dell-rated, FHD+ model) with 69.5 Wh battery (manufacturer endurance figure) | Up to 26 hours local video playback (Lenovo claim) |
| Battery Type | Built-in lithium-ion polymer battery (non-removable internal battery) | 50 Wh |
| Charging | 90 W USB-C charger with ExpressCharge (supported charging methods) | 65W USB-C AC adapter, PD 3.0 |
AUDIO AND WEBCAM3 fields
| Specification | XPS 14 9440 (2024) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Microphones | Dual-array microphones with AI noise reduction (improves voice clarity and noise reduction) | Dual-microphone array with smart noise-cancelling |
| Speakers | Quad speakers, 8 W total (enhanced audio output for media) | 2x 2W speakers |
| Webcam | 1080p FHD webcam with IR Windows Hello (sharper video calls) | FHD |
SOFTWARE AND EXTRAS4 fields
| Specification | XPS 14 9440 (2024) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Keyboard | Backlit zero-lattice keyboard with capacitive touch function row (illuminated keys, edge-to-edge design) | Backlit |
| Operating System | Windows (latest supported version) (preinstalled Microsoft software platform) | Windows 11 (Copilot+ PC) |
| Security | Fingerprint reader in the power button and Windows Hello IR camera, TPM 2.0 (biometric authentication method) | Firmware TPM 2.0, fingerprint reader in power button, IR camera for Windows Hello |
| Trackpad | Seamless haptic glass touchpad (invisible, pressure-sensitive navigation surface) | Buttonless Mylar Precision TouchPad, 75 x 120 mm |