The Dell 14 Plus Laptop with Core Ultra 7, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD is marked down to $749.99, which is a $470 discount, and that alone makes it worth a close look if you need a new main laptop. For this price, you get an Intel Core Ultra 7 256V processor with an NPU, 16GB of fast LPDDR5X memory, and a 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD. In plain terms, you can run a lot of apps at once, keep a ton of files on the machine, and still have room to spare. If you work with big spreadsheets, lots of browser tabs, light photo or video editing, or you just like things to feel quick when you click, this setup will feel smooth for everyday use and then some. It comes with Windows 11 Home and is listed as a Copilot+ PC, so you get the newer AI-focused features in Windows built right in, with a keyboard that even has a Copilot key.
The 14-inch 2.5K IPS display is one of the better parts of this deal. You get a higher resolution than standard 1080p, which makes text and photos look sharp, and the IPS panel gives you wide viewing angles. The screen is non-touch, has an anti-glare coating, and is rated at 300 nits, so you can work in a bright room without seeing your own reflection all the time. ComfortView Plus is meant to cut some blue light, which helps if you stare at the screen for long stretches for work or school. At about 3.42 pounds with a slim 0.67-inch height, this is the kind of laptop you can toss in a backpack without feeling like you are hauling a brick, so it works well if you go between home, office, or campus.
You are also getting modern parts around the edges that keep this from feeling dated too quickly. Intel Arc Graphics are built in, which are fine for casual gaming, streaming, and creative apps. The port selection is solid: there is a USB 3.2 Gen 1 port, a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port with DisplayPort and power delivery, a Thunderbolt 4 port with DisplayPort 2.1 and power delivery, an HDMI 2.1 port, and a headphone jack. That means you can charge over USB-C, hook up one or more external monitors, and still plug in older gear. The Intel Wi-Fi 7 wireless card with Bluetooth gives you fast wireless speeds when you are on a newer router, and it will still work fine on older ones. For video calls, you get a 1080p FHD camera and dual-array mics, so you will look and sound decent on Zoom or Teams without needing an external webcam right away.
On the outside, the Ice Blue chassis with aluminum on the lid and base gives it a cleaner look than basic plastic systems. The keyboard is backlit and has a fingerprint reader built into the power button, which is handy for quick logins without typing a password every time. The precision touchpad is standard, but it should feel smooth enough for daily use. Audio is handled by dual speakers with Waves MaxxAudio Pro and Dolby Atmos Cores, which is fine for movies, YouTube, and background music. You also get a 4-cell 64WHr battery and a 65W USB-C adapter, which is a normal combo for this size. On top of that, Dell includes one year of basic onsite hardware support after remote diagnosis, and you get 30-day trials of Microsoft 365 and McAfee+ Premium if you want to test those out. When you add up the Core Ultra 7 chip, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, high-res 14-inch screen, Wi-Fi 7, and Thunderbolt 4, getting all of that for $749.99 with a $470 savings makes this a strong pick if you want a mid-range laptop that feels current without paying high-end prices.
