Dell XPS 16 — Review, Price, Where to Buy

Name: Dell XPS 16
Brand: Dell

Our Verdict

A stunning Windows creative workstation. The 4K OLED display is breathtaking, but the haptic trackpad and capacitive function keys remain polarizing. Excellent for those who adapt to its unique design choices.

Detailed Scores

Performance 88

Display 96

Battery 70

Build Quality 90

Value for Money 68

Connectivity 75

Pros & Cons

Pros

Breathtaking 4K OLED display
Sleek edge-to-edge design
Strong performance with RTX GPU option
Premium aluminum unibody

Cons

Haptic trackpad is love-or-hate
Capacitive function keys lack tactile feedback
Battery life could be better

Specifications

Processor Intel Core Ultra 7 155H

Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 (6 GB)

RAM 32 GB LPDDR5x

Storage 1 TB SSD PCIe 4.0

Display 16.3" 4K+ OLED, 3840x2400, 120Hz, 100% DCI-P3, touch

Battery 99.5 Wh, up to 13h

Weight 2.0 kg

Ports 2x Thunderbolt 4, USB-C, microSD, 3.5mm

Where to Buy

Prices are approximate and may vary. Last checked:

Compare With

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Apple

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HP

HP Spectre x360 16

Stunning 3K OLED touchscreen
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Lenovo

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Excellent port selection

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the haptic trackpad really that bad?

It's not bad, just different. Some people love the zero-travel click; others prefer a traditional mechanical trackpad. Try it in store if you can.

Can it replace a desktop for creative work?

With the RTX 4050 option, it handles Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and Blender very well. For heavy 3D work, a desktop GPU is still preferable.

Does it support USB-A peripherals?

Not directly — all ports are USB-C/Thunderbolt. Dell includes a USB-C to USB-A adapter in the box.