Dell 14 Plus (DB14250) vs Samsung Galaxy Book6 14
The Dell 14 Plus is the better laptop on paper: it lasts longer on a charge, has more memory and has more storage. Pick the Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 only if it matters to you that it has an SD card reader and Ethernet.
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Key differences
- Battery life Dell 14 Plus wins
The Dell 14 Plus should last longer on a charge: it has a 64 Wh battery against 61.2 Wh.
- Memory Dell 14 Plus wins
The Dell 14 Plus has 32 GB of memory against 16 GB, so it has more room for big projects and heavy multitasking.
- Storage Dell 14 Plus wins
The Dell 14 Plus has twice the storage: 1 TB against 512 GB.
- Sharpness Dell 14 Plus wins
The Dell 14 Plus's screen is sharper: 2.5K against Full HD.
- Ports Depends on you
Only the Dell 14 Plus has Thunderbolt or USB4, while only the Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 has an SD card reader and Ethernet.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell 14 Plus if…
- You work away from a plug: it should last longer on a charge.
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 32 GB of memory gives it more room.
- You store lots of photos, videos or games: it has 1 TB of storage.
- You read, write or edit photos a lot: its 2.5K screen makes text and images crisper.
- You plug things in: it has Thunderbolt or USB4 (for fast docks and drives).
Choose the Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 if…
- You plug things in: it has an SD card reader (for camera cards) and Ethernet (for wired internet).
- You carry your laptop a lot: it's the lighter of the two at 1.43 kg.
- You often work in bright rooms: its screen goes up to 350 nits.
Full spec comparison
Add more laptopsThe Dell 14 Plus leads on battery and weight, performance and the screen; elsewhere the two are closely matched. Highlighted values mark the better spec in each row, and you can hide the rows where they match.
Performance
The Dell 14 Plus is ahead on performance.
It has more memory and has more storage, and the Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Dell 14 Plus (DB14250) | Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Core Ultra 7 355 |
| Graphics | Intel Arc Graphics | Intel Graphics |
| AI engine (NPU) | 47 TOPS | 49 TOPS |
| Memory (RAM) | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR5X-8533 | LPDDR5X (on board) |
| Maximum memory | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 1 TB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD (2nd slot M.2 2230) |
| Storage slots | — | 2 |
Screen
Each laptop has its strengths on the screen.
The Dell 14 Plus has a sharper screen and has a smoother screen, while the Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 has a brighter screen.
| Spec | Dell 14 Plus (DB14250) | Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 14" |
| Resolution | 2.5K (2560 x 1600) | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 300 nits | 350 nits |
| Colour range | 100% sRGB | — |
| HDR | Dolby Vision | — |
| Finish | Matte | Anti-reflective |
| Touchscreen | No | No |
Battery and size
Each laptop has its strengths on battery and weight.
The Dell 14 Plus lasts longer on a charge, while the Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 is a little lighter.
| Spec | Dell 14 Plus (DB14250) | Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | — | Up to 21 hours |
| Battery capacity | 64 Wh | 61.2 Wh |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast charging | — | 33% in 30 minutes |
| Weight | 1.55 kg | 1.43 kg |
| Dimensions | 314 x 226.15 x 14-16.95 mm | 313.4 x 221.1 x 14.9 mm |
| Materials | aluminium lid and base, plastic bezel and palmrest | — |
| Colour | Ice Blue | Grey |
| Colours available | Ice Blue | Grey |
Ports and wireless
The Dell 14 Plus is ahead on ports and wireless.
The Dell 14 Plus has Thunderbolt or USB4 and has Wi-Fi 7, while the Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 has an SD card reader and Ethernet.
| Spec | Dell 14 Plus (DB14250) | Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) Type-A, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) Type-C (DisplayPort 1.4, Power Delivery), 1x Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort 2.1, Power Delivery), 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x 3.5 mm universal audio jack | 2x USB-C (charging, DisplayPort), 2x USB 3.2 (connector type as per Samsung spec '2 USB3.2'), 1x HDMI (version not published), 1x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/mic combo, 1x microSD |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | Thunderbolt 4 | None |
| Card reader | None | microSD |
| Ethernet | None | 1 GbE RJ-45 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Wi-Fi card | Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE201 | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Mobile data | None | None |
Features
Both have much the same extras.
From the keyboard to the webcam and login, there is little between them.
| Spec | Dell 14 Plus (DB14250) | Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 1080p | 2.0 MP |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | — |
| Keyboard | English UK, backlit, Copilot key, no numeric keypad | Pro keyboard (as published) |
| Login | Fingerprint | Fingerprint |
| Number pad | No | — |
| Touchpad | Mylar touchpad, colour-matched to chassis | Clickpad |
| Speakers | stereo speakers, Waves MaxxAudio Pro, Dolby Atmos | Stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos |
| Microphones | dual noise-cancelling microphones | Dual array digital mic |
| Pen | No | No |
| Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM), fingerprint reader in power button | TPM, Security slot (lock), Fingerprint reader |
Software and model
The Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 is ahead on software and updates.
It is newer, and the Dell 14 Plus doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Dell 14 Plus (DB14250) | Samsung Galaxy Book6 14 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Model number | 1XRKR | NP740VJG-KG4UK |
| Released | 2025 | 2026 |