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| The Dell Pro 5 Series 14 (P514260) features an aluminium top cover, palm rest and bottom cover. |
Dell has a knack for launching exciting hardware without much fanfare, and the new Pro 5 Series 14 (model P514260) is the latest example. Quietly rolling out across global markets this week, this 14-inch laptop appears to be a direct successor to last year’s Pro 14 PC14250 (which you can still check out on Amazon for around $1,099 if you’re hunting for a deal). But make no mistake – the Pro 5 Series 14 is a very different beast, especially when you look under the hood.
First teased back in late March, Dell promised both AMD and Intel variants for this new Pro Series, with top-tier options like AMD’s Ryzen AI 9 HX 400 and Intel’s Core Ultra X7 families. For now, however, global store listings show only Intel-powered configurations. Still, what’s on offer is impressively diverse – and surprisingly user-serviceable for a modern thin-and-light business laptop.
Intel Processors Galore – But Only One With the Arc B390 iGPU
Dell is giving customers a wide spectrum of Intel CPU choices on the Pro 5 Series 14. Depending on your region and configuration, you can currently pick from:
- Core Ultra 5 322 vPro
- Core Ultra 5 335 vPro
- Core Ultra 7 355
- Core Ultra 7 365 vPro
- Core Ultra 5 336H vPro
- Core Ultra 5 338H vPro
- Core Ultra 7 366H vPro
- Core Ultra X7 368H
Here’s the kicker: Only the flagship Core Ultra X7 368H packs Intel’s powerful Arc B390 integrated GPU. If you do any GPU-light work – think photo editing, light video rendering, or even casual gaming on a business laptop – you’ll want to spring for that top-tier chip. The rest of the lineup relies on more modest iGPUs, fine for office productivity and media consumption but nowhere near the Arc B390’s capabilities.
Seven Display Options, but Only Two Offer 120Hz VRR
Dell isn’t skimping on screen choice. The Pro 5 Series 14 can be ordered with no fewer than seven display configurations:
- 1200p IPS (standard and touch variants)
- 1200p OLED (vibrant colours, deep blacks)
- 1600p (2.5K) IPS panels
But if smooth scrolling and fluid motion matter to you, pay close attention: only two of these seven support 120 Hz variable refresh rate (VRR). Unfortunately, Dell hasn’t explicitly listed which two in their spec sheets yet, but we’re willing to bet the OLED and the higher-end 2.5K IPS are the likely candidates. Without VRR, you’re stuck at the standard 60 Hz – fine for spreadsheets, less fine for fast-paced work or media.
User-Upgradeable LPCAMM2 RAM – A Rare Treat
One feature that genuinely stands out in 2025 is the user-upgradeable memory. The Pro 5 Series 14 uses LPDDR5X LPCAMM2 modules running at 8,533 MT/s in dual-channel mode, and Dell lets you configure it with up to 64 GB. Better yet, because it’s LPCAMM2 (not soldered LPDDR), you can theoretically swap or upgrade it yourself later. That’s almost unheard of in this class of laptop, where most manufacturers solder everything to the board to save space.
Storage is equally future-proofed: up to 2 TB of PCIe Gen 5 SSD. That’s blazing-fast, though Gen 5 drives still run hot – we’ll be curious to see how Dell’s thermal solution holds up.
Three Battery Choices: 45Wh, 57Wh, or 70Wh
Dell is offering the Pro 5 Series 14 with a choice of 3-cell batteries:
- 45 Wh (base model, likely for lighter weight)
- 57 Wh (sweet spot for most users)
- 70 Wh (max runtime, ideal for road warriors)
No official battery life figures yet, but with Intel’s Core Ultra H-series chips and that optional 70Wh pack, you could easily see all-day battery life in lighter workloads. Just remember that opting for the high-res OLED or 120 Hz panel will take a toll.
Optional Goodies: NFC, Wi-Fi 7, Fingerprint Scanner & Smart Card Reader
Dell knows its Pro series audience – business and enterprise users – so they’ve made several security and connectivity features optional rather than standard. You can add:
- NFC for tap-to-login or badge authentication
- Wi-Fi 7 (yes, the latest standard, though infrastructure is still rolling out)
- A fingerprint scanner built into the power button
- A Smart Card Reader for corporate environments that still rely on physical smart cards
It’s a little odd that Dell makes these optional instead of standard on a “Pro” laptop, but it does allow fleet buyers to trim costs if they don’t need certain features.
Pricing: Starting at $2,409 – Not Exactly Quiet on the Wallet
Here’s where things get real. The Dell Pro 5 Series 14 (P514260) starts at $2,409 in the United States. Other regional pricing as of launch:
- UK: £2,008.56
- Canada: CAD 2,931
- Eurozone: €2,249 – €2,354 (depending on country and VAT)
That base price climbs quickly once you start ticking boxes – adding the Core Ultra X7 368H, 64GB RAM, 2TB Gen5 SSD, and the premium OLED display will push you well north of 1,099 (still available at that price on Amazon), so the new model represents a serious step up in both price and performance tier.
Availability: Nearly Everywhere Except Australia
Dell has made the Pro 5 Series 14 available in the US, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, and the UK. For some reason, Australia is left out – Dell’s Australian online store does not list the P514260 at the time of writing. That might change in the coming weeks, but for now, Aussie buyers are out of luck unless they import.
You can tinker with configurations directly on Dell’s regional sites:
Final Thoughts: Who Is This For?
The Dell Pro 5 Series 14 isn’t trying to compete with budget Chromebooks or even last year’s Pro 14. With a starting price over $2,400, it’s aimed squarely at business professionals, IT departments, and power users who value upgradeability (LPCAMM2!), strong build quality, and the flexibility to choose between a dozen CPU/display/battery combos. The lack of AMD options at launch is a little disappointing, especially given Dell’s earlier promise, but the Intel lineup – particularly the Core Ultra X7 368H with Arc B390 – is no slouch.
If you’re on a tighter budget, the previous-gen Pro 14 PC14250 remains a solid choice, and you can still find it on Amazon for $1,099. But if you need cutting-edge performance, user-serviceable RAM, and a display that can hit 120Hz, Dell’s quiet new contender deserves a very loud look.
Sources: Dell regional online stores (US, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, UK) and product listings.
