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For most, the 2026 XPS 16 makes more sense as it is the more balanced machine. For performance hunters demanding 4K discrete graphics, however, then only the Dell 16 Premium offers those features.

The fastest XPS 16 SKU can reach almost 49 dB(A) compared to just 44 dB(A) on the slower Core Ultra 5 configuration.

The XPS series in particular hides a bunch of battery settings within Optimizer and BIOS aimed at improving battery longevity.

For one, battery life is only half of the base IPS configuration for a massive difference already.

Don't ignore the "X" in "Core Ultra X7" as this particular processor offers so much more than the standard non-X Panther Lake options.

The Dell XPS 14 2026 has phenomenal battery life thanks to the large 70 Wh battery and the efficient Intel Panther Lake APUs. According to Hardware Canucks' testing, the Dell XPS 14 2026 can last over 43 hours when doing simple web browsing.

The new design may be thinner and sexier than the outgoing design, but running temperatures can become noticeably warmer as a result.

The 16-inch laptop just barely cracks 1 W when idling to be much more efficient than most competitors. Real-world battery life tests show the system lasting for more than 24 hours of constant web browsing.

Save yourself some time and money by just going with the cheaper Core Ultra 5 325 instead of the pricier Core Ultra 7 355 as their performance levels are nearly identical.

Dell is slashing up to $250 off the launch prices of the Panther Lake XPS 14 and XPS 16 which now start at just $1350 and $1500, respectively.

Panther Lake-H has proven itself to be quite impressive thus far, but the lesser Panther Lake-U series loses a lot of what makes the architecture unique from predecessors.

The latest Dell XPS 14 thin-and-light Windows laptop is a success from almost all angles. However, the Intel Panther Lake Core Ultra X7 358H powering the laptop is the true star of the show with fast GPU performance and excellent power efficiency. In fact, the Dell XPS 14 has incredible battery life.

The lower-end configurations were originally planned for a launch on February 19, but Dell is ahead of schedule this time to catch competitors off guard.

The Arc B390 may be powerful, but it can't quite outperform the 2024 XPS 14 GeForce RTX 4050 in many applications outside of synthetic 3DMark benchmarks.

The servicing procedure, while still relatively simple, has completely changed on this year's XPS redesign.

It's arguable that Dell should have never implemented touch-sensitive Function keys in the first place as Lenovo had already tried many years ago before promptly switching back.

The Dell Premium is dead, long live the Dell XPS: After killing off the brand last year, Dell brings it back to life. The new Dell XPS 14 and Dell XPS 16 are not just the first Panther Lake based XPS laptops, they also bring back the physical function keys that Dell had formerly replaced by touch buttons.

Laptops with demanding Core H and GeForce RTX processors typically require large AC adapters reaching 180 W or more. The Dell 16 Premium, however, manages to get away with just a tiny 130 W USB-C adapter instead.

The newer model exhibits more limited Turbo Boost sustainability meaning slightly slower performance over time when stressed.

The GeForce RTX 5070 laptop GPU in the Dell 16 Premium performs more like a GeForce RTX 5060 in many respects, Notebookcheck's extensive testing shows.

The XPS name may be dead and buried, but the model is alive and well this year with no major external changes for a familiar look and feel.

The Dell 14 Premium has finally been announced. Like its predecessor, the XPS 14, it can be configured with a 3.2K OLED panel and a lightweight chassis.

The Dell 16 Premium has been launched with Intel's newest Arrow Lake-HX processors and Nvidia's RTX 50 series GPUs. For now, only the RTX 5060 variant is available for purchase.

Prices start between $1000 and $1200 which are actually quite reasonable for upper midrange multimedia laptops sporting Intel Lunar Lake processors and at least 16 GB of RAM.

Dell has shown off two new workstation-grade laptops, the Dell Pro Max 16 Plus and Dell Pro Max 18 Plus. Both support up to 256 GB of CAMM memory, 12 TB storage and come with an Arrow Lake-HX CPU and an RTX Pro 5000 Blackwell GPU.

Dell is introducing a fully revamped product lineup at CES 2025. The new Dell Pro Premium supplants the iconic Latitude brand and comes in 13 and 14-inch variants powered by Intel Lunar Lake options. The Dell Pro 14 Premium additionally offers a tandem OLED option that is not available in the 13-inch SKU. Update: Naming corrected.

The latest version of the Dell XPS 13 9340 has been discounted by almost 30% as Best Buy is selling the capable Core Ultra 7 variant of the portable 13-inch laptop for just under $1,000.

The Dell XPS 14 9440 with an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, 16 GB of RAM, and a 14-inch 120 Hz display has been discounted by a massive 33.3%. This makes the laptop, which is normally rather expensive, a good option for folks who need a modern laptop for multimedia and productivity use.

The ARM-based Dell XPS 13 9345 has already dropped over $300 below its official list price as the newsletter coupon at Dell's official online store brings the Snapdragon X Elite-powered laptop down to $989.

Dell is introducing an ARM version of the XPS 13 9340, the XPS 13 9345. The new XPS 13 9345 is powered by the Snapdragon X1 Elite X1E-80-100 (the X1P being China-exclusive) but is pretty much identical to its Meteor Lake cousin in all other aspects including chassis, ports, display, memory, storage, battery, and even the starting price.

One of the more enticing configurations of the Dell XPS 13 has hit one of its lowest sale prices thus far as the portable 13-inch laptop with 32GB of memory drops below the $900 mark thanks to a generous discount of more than $550.

For a steeply discounted clearance sale price of $2,250, the Dell XPS 8960 offers the flagship Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 graphics card and the fast Intel Core i7-13700 Raptor Lake processor with 16GB of upgradable memory.

The new Dell XPS 14 9440 is a heavy, thick and—most notably—expensive multimedia laptop. However, Dell has placed too great an importance on its design, resulting in its performance falling short. For less money, the competition offers considerably better alternatives.

The enticing OLED variant of the Dell XPS 13 Plus has dropped to an intriguing price point as the Texas-based laptop maker grants a steep 36% discount on the very portable 13-inch notebook.

The almost maxed-out variant of the Dell XPS 17 is a 4K powerhouse for buyers who are looking for a RTX 4080-powered multimedia laptop with a large screen that can easily handle video editing and basically any other productivity workflow.

The comparatively affordable Intel ARC-equipped XPS 15 9530 has dropped below the $1,000 mark as Dell is preparing to launch the completely overhauled successor to its sought-after 15-inch premium laptop, which might not convince users who value functionality over form.

The usually fairly expensive Dell XPS 13 with the Intel Core i7-1250U and 32GB of soldered memory has dropped to a quite affordable sale price as a $350 discount drops the 13-inch laptop below the $1,000 mark at Best Buy.

Dell is consolidating its XPS 13 Plus and XPS 13 lineups into the XPS 13 9340. The new XPS 13 9340 is lighter than its predecessors, and now comes with a 3K+ OLED display option. Buyers can select from Intel Core Ultra 5 and Core Ultra 7 Meteor Lake processors. Also in the offing are a 1080p webcam and Wi-Fi 7 networking.

Dell is once again re-introducing the XPS 14, this time sporting the same design language as the new XPS 13. The XPS 14 9440 offers up to a 3.2K OLED display, Core Ultra 7 processors, and an optional RTX 4050 configuration. Compared to the XPS 13 9340, the XPS 14 9440 offers an additional Thunderbolt 4, microSD card slot, and a larger battery but forgoes Wi-Fi 7 for Wi-Fi 6E.

Dell is bidding goodbye to the iconic XPS 15 lineup, making way for the new XPS 16 9640. The XPS 16 9640 continues the same design language as the newly launched XPS 13 and XPS 14. Buyers can customize the XPS 16 with 45 W Intel Meteor Lake CPUs, up to a 60 W Nvidia RTX 4070 Laptop GPU, an optional 4K+ OLED panel, and reap benefits of Wi-Fi 7 connectivity.

According to a new report, Dell will overhaul its XPS laptop series at CES 2024 in January. While the company plans to renew the XPS 13 and XPS 13 Plus, it will discard the XPS 15 and XPS 17. Instead, new XPS 14 and XPS 16 models are in the works, all with Intel Meteor Lake processors.