💻 Dell Pro 5 14 vs Pro 5 16: Which UK Business Laptop?
Dell Pro 5 Series 14 vs Dell Pro 5 Series 16 compared across 21 matched specifications — scores, the full spec table and a verdict.


Dell Pro 5 14 vs Pro 5 16: performance overview
Scores based on quantifiable specification values (1-10 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | Dell Pro 5 Series 14 Dell | Dell Pro 5 Series 16 Dell |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Processor | Series 3 Intel Core Ultra 5 / 7 / X7 (6–16 cores, vPro on selected models) or Series 3 Intel Core; AMD Ryzen AI 400 on the P514265 | Series 3 Intel Core Ultra 5 / 7 / X7 (6–16 cores, vPro on selected models) or Series 3 Intel Core; AMD Ryzen AI 400 on the P516265 |
| Graphics | Intel Graphics (Arc B370 / B390 on Core Ultra 5 338H / X7 368H) · AMD Radeon 840M / 860M / 890M | Intel Graphics (Arc B370 / B390 on Core Ultra 5 338H / X7 368H) · AMD Radeon 840M / 860M / 890M |
| Discrete GPU | Integrated graphics only | Integrated graphics only |
| Memory & storage | ||
| Maximum memory | Up to 64 GB DDR5-5600, or up to 64 GB LPCAMM2-8533 on Series 3 Core Ultra H models | Up to 64 GB DDR5-5600, or up to 64 GB LPCAMM2-8533 on Series 3 Core Ultra H models |
| Memory type | DDR5-5600 or LPCAMM2-8533 (Core Ultra H models) | DDR5-5600 or LPCAMM2-8533 (Core Ultra H models) |
| Maximum storage | SSD options 256 GB–2 TB (PCIe Gen 5 options on selected models) | SSD options 256 GB–2 TB (PCIe Gen 5 options on selected models) |
| Display | ||
| Display size | 14.0" | 16.0" |
| Resolution | 1920 × 1200 or 2560 × 1600 | 1920 × 1200 or 2560 × 1600 |
| Brightness | 400 or 500 nits (300-nit OLED option) | 400 or 500 nits |
| Panel | 14.0" 16:10 — WUXGA 400 nits (touch option), WUXGA 500 nits 120 Hz VRR low power, WQXGA 500 nits 48–120 Hz VRR, or WUXGA OLED 300 nits | 16.0" 16:10 — WUXGA 400 nits (touch option), WUXGA 500 nits 120 Hz VRR low power, or WQXGA 500 nits 48–120 Hz VRR |
| Connectivity | ||
| Thunderbolt / USB4 ports | 2× Thunderbolt 4 (40 Gbps, DisplayPort 2.1, Power Delivery) | 2× Thunderbolt 4 (40 Gbps, DisplayPort 2.1, Power Delivery) |
| Ports | 2× Thunderbolt 4 (40 Gbps, DP 2.1, PD), 2× USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (one PowerShare), HDMI 2.1, RJ-45 GbE, headset jack; optional nano-SIM tray and smart-card reader | 2× Thunderbolt 4 (40 Gbps, DP 2.1, PD), 2× USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (one PowerShare), HDMI 2.1, RJ-45 GbE, headset jack; optional nano-SIM tray and smart-card reader |
| Mobile broadband (4G/5G) option | 5G (MediaTek T700, eSIM; Series 3 Core Ultra and AMD) or 4G LTE (Snapdragon X12, eSIM) option | 5G (MediaTek T700, eSIM; Series 3 Core Ultra and AMD) or 4G LTE (Snapdragon X12, eSIM) option |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (from) | ✓From 1.34 kg (2.96 lb) | From 1.82 kg (4.02 lb) |
| Dimensions | 315.5 × 226.0 × 18.10 mm (max) | 358.6 × 253.4 × 18.95 mm (max) |
| Security & management | ||
| Intel vPro | vPro on selected Series 3 Core Ultra models (e.g. 332, 335, 365, 336H, 366H); AMD PRO models use DASH | vPro on selected Series 3 Core Ultra models (e.g. 332, 335, 365, 336H, 366H); AMD PRO models use DASH |
| Copilot+ PC (40+ TOPS NPU) | Copilot+ PC on Series 3 Intel Core Ultra and AMD Ryzen AI 400 builds; Series 3 Intel Core builds are AI PCs, not Copilot+ | Copilot+ PC on Series 3 Intel Core Ultra and AMD Ryzen AI 400 builds; Series 3 Intel Core builds are AI PCs, not Copilot+ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 3-cell 45, 57 or 70 Wh (ExpressCharge, ExpressCharge Boost) | 3-cell 45, 57 or 70 Wh (ExpressCharge, ExpressCharge Boost) |
| Rated battery life | No runtime figure in Dell's fact sheet; ExpressCharge 80% in 60 min, Boost 35% in 20 min | No runtime figure in Dell's fact sheet; ExpressCharge 80% in 60 min, Boost 35% in 20 min |
| Support | ||
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS | Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS |
| Base warranty | 1-year ProSupport (extendable to 5-year ProSupport Plus) | 1-year ProSupport (extendable to 5-year ProSupport Plus) |
Expert Analysis
Both laptops are nearly identical in core features, so the choice hinges on screen size and portability. Dell lists the same Series 3 Intel Core Ultra, Series 3 Intel Core and AMD Ryzen AI 400 processor options, the same DDR5-5600 or LPCAMM2-8533 memory up to 64 GB, the same SSD options up to 2 TB, and the same 3-cell 45, 57 or 70 Wh batteries for both sizes. Both also share the same ports — two Thunderbolt 4, two USB-A, HDMI 2.1 and RJ-45 Ethernet — plus optional 5G or 4G LTE mobile broadband; neither has a microSD slot or Thunderbolt 5. The Dell Pro 5 14 starts at 1.34 kg, significantly lighter than the 16's 1.82 kg, and adds a 300-nit OLED panel option; the Pro 5 16 offers the larger 16-inch screen, with the same 400-nit and 500-nit WUXGA and 2560 × 1600 panel choices. Overall, for UK business users needing portability, the 14-inch is best; for those who prioritise a larger screen at a desk, the 16-inch is more suitable. The objective index indicates parity (8.9 each), so the decision is highly use-case dependent.
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