Dell Pro Essential 15 vs Lenovo Prima 14 IWC
27.7chipPerformancechip27.7
26.5Display23.3
21.3Battery29.3
71Portability72.6
3 spec wins — Dell Pro Essential 152 spec wins — Lenovo Prima 14 IWC
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: Dell Pro Essential 15 scores 33.8 against 35 for Lenovo Prima 14 IWC. Pick by the categories that matter to you — Lenovo Prima 14 IWC edges ahead in battery and portability, or by price.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the Dell Pro Essential 15
- Stronger display score: 27 vs 23
- 33% higher Peak brightness: 400 nits vs 300 nits
- 11% lower thickness: 17.7 mm vs 19.9 mm
Reasons to pick the Lenovo Prima 14 IWC
- Stronger battery score: 29 vs 21
- 15% higher capacity: 47 Wh vs 41 Wh
- 10% lower weight: 1.37 kg vs 1.52 kg
Display
| Spec | Dell Pro Essential 15 | Lenovo Prima 14 IWC |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 15.3 ″+9% | 14 ″ |
| Panel type | Anti-glare LCD (non-touch) | IPS (TN on base SKU) |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 | 1920x1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 400 nits+33% | 300 nits |
Performance
| Spec | Dell Pro Essential 15 | Lenovo Prima 14 IWC |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core 3 304 | Intel Core 3 304 |
| Graphics | Intel Graphics (integrated) | Intel Graphics |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM type | DDR5-5600 | DDR5-5600 (SODIMM) |
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage type | PCIe Gen4 SSD (TLC, M.2 2230) | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD (M.2 2242) |
Battery
| Spec | Dell Pro Essential 15 | Lenovo Prima 14 IWC |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 41 Wh | 47 Wh+15% |
| Charging | 65 W | 65 W |
Design
| Spec | Dell Pro Essential 15 | Lenovo Prima 14 IWC |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.52 kg | 1.37 kg+10% |
| Thickness | 17.7 mm+11% | 19.9 mm |
| Material | — | PC-ABS (top and bottom) |
Connectivity
| Spec | Dell Pro Essential 15 | Lenovo Prima 14 IWC |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps, DisplayPort, Power Delivery), 2x USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps), HDMI 2.1, RJ45 Ethernet, universal audio jack, wedge lock slot | 2x USB-A (5Gbps), 2x USB-C (5Gbps, PD 45-65W, DP1.2), 1x HDMI 1.4b, Ethernet (RJ-45), 3.5mm audio |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E (Intel AX211) | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3 |
| Webcam | HD with mechanical privacy shutter (FHD IR optional) | 720p |
| Biometrics | Optional fingerprint reader or FHD IR camera (Windows Hello) | None |
Software
| Spec | Dell Pro Essential 15 | Lenovo Prima 14 IWC |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home Single Language |
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