Dell just slashed the price of the XPS 14 and XPS Desktop

By Aaron Mamiit Published February 13, 2025

Reviewed By Digital Trends — Luke Larsen / Digital Trends

The Dell XPS 14 open on a wooden table. — Luke Larsen / Digital Trends

Whether you’re on the hunt for desktop computer deals or laptop deals, you can’t go wrong with Dell XPS deals. We’ve even found a pair of offers from Dell itself that should catch your attention! The Dell XPS Desktop 8960, originally priced at $1,510, is down to $1,060 for savings of $450, while the Dell XPS 14 9440 laptop, usually sold for $2,000, is on sale for $1,700 following a $300 discount. You can’t go wrong with either of these bargains — it’s all a matter of deciding whether you want a desktop PC or you need the portability of a laptop.

Dell XPS Desktop 8960 — $1,060 $1,510 30% off

Dell XPS Desktop sitting on a coffee table. — Jacob Roach / Digital Trends / Digital Trends

The Dell XPS Desktop 8960 scored 4 out of 5 stars in our review, as it delivers flagship-level performance at a relatively affordable price. It’s actually our top pick among the best desktop computers as it’s the one that will work for the most people with its 14th-generation Intel Core i7 processor, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 graphics card, and 16GB of RAM that’s excellent for a Windows 11 Pro system, according to our guide on how much RAM you need. The desktop PC also comes with a 1TB SSD for storage, and all of this is packed in a chassis with an understated by attractive design that will match the aesthetic of any home office.

From its original price of $1,510, the Dell XPS Desktop 8960 is available for $1,060, following a 30% discount that’s equivalent to savings of $450. You have to act fast though, as we’re not sure how much time is remaining before the PC’s price goes back to normal.

Dell XPS 14 9440 laptop — $1,700 $2,000 15% off

The Dell XPS 14 on a white table with the screen open. — Luke Larsen / Digital Trends

The Dell XPS 14 9440 is a new model for the brand following the Dell XPS reset early last year, and the laptop has certainly turned heads with its sleek and modern design. It’s not all about the looks though — it’s also a reliable machine with the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 graphics card, and 16GB of RAM. The device also has Windows 11 Home pre-installed in its 1TB SSD, and it’s equipped with a 14.5-inch screen with Full HD+ resolution and nearly no bezels surrounding it.

You can currently buy the Dell XPS 14 9440 at 15% off, which translates to $300 in savings on its sticker price of $2,000. That means you’ll only have to pay $1,700 for this powerful laptop, but this offer isn’t expected to last long.

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