Updated January 12, 2024·Prices updated 24 hours ago
Choose the Dell XPS 13 for better portability and lower cost, suitable for general use and business tasks with satisfactory performance and good battery life. The HP Omen 16, on the other hand, offers superior performance for gaming, 3D, and engineering applications due to its more powerful processor and graphics card but is heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less portable. The Omen also has a high refresh rate display, which is advantageous for gaming. If budget constraints are top of mind and portability is key, go for the Dell; if performance in intensive tasks is a priority and the higher price is acceptable, pick the HP Omen. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell XPS 13
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Very good battery life
Best in class speakers
Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the HP Omen 16
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
8.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Omen 16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell XPS 13 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
7.2/10
8.4/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell XPS 13 is good.
The HP Omen 16 is considered very good for engineering and design use because it includes a high-performance CPU and a dedicated GPU, both of which excel in computational and graphically intensive tasks, whereas the Dell XPS 13 has an adequate CPU and integrated graphics which may not handle complex engineering software as smoothly. Additionally, while the XPS 13 is lighter and thus more portable, the Omen 16 offers a larger screen and superior gaming hardware which is advantageous for design and rendering tasks.
Screen Quality
7.2/10
7.6/10
13.4in
SIZE
16.1in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
442.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
338.0 nits
The HP Omen 16 has a better screen than the Dell XPS 13 for gaming and AI.
Screens that excel in general use often feature sharp resolutions and vibrant colors, making the Dell XPS 13 suitable for everyday tasks like web browsing or document editing. For engineering and design, color accuracy is paramount, and both the Dell XPS 13 and HP Omen 16 may provide enough color range to satisfy those needs. However, for immersive 3D experiences and fluid gameplay, a high refresh rate is crucial, and the perceived poorer screen quality for gaming and 3D on these laptops suggests they may not reach the higher refresh rates that gamers seek.
Battery
10.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell XPS 13 has 10 hours of battery life. The HP Omen 16 has 6 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Excellent
Fair
13.4in
SIZE
16.1in
2.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell XPS 13 has excellent portability, while the HP Omen 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.4/10
The Dell XPS 13 has very good build quality, while the HP Omen 16 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$850
$1,100
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Dell XPS 13 has a price of $850 and the HP Omen 16 costs $1,100.
The Dell XPS 13 and HP Omen 16 are both good for general use.
The Dell XPS 13 with its lightweight design and long battery life is great for portability, which alongside its top-notch screen quality makes it ideal for general use and productivity on the go. On the other hand, the HP Omen 16, with its powerful CPU and high-end graphics card, provides more performance for intensive tasks, but this comes with reduced battery life and less portability due to it being heavier.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.8/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Omen 16 and Dell XPS 13 are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.5/10
7.6/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen 16 and Dell XPS 13 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
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How the Dell XPS 13 and the HP Omen 16 compare to other laptops
"In the past, the XPS 13 was a hands-down contender for the best laptop on the market. But the Apple-silicon MacBook has since barrelled onto the scene, and it wipes the floor with most of the ultraportable Windows laptops that cross my desk on a daily basis. This XPS is no exception. Compared to the M2 MacBook Air, battery life is worse."
"The Omen 16 has proven to be a fairly good mid-range gaming laptop with all-around improvements compared to the Omen 15. The high overall performance level across all use cases, the long battery life, and the good FHD display constitute the main advantages of this HP laptop. The main drawbacks are the faulty touchpad (one-off?) and the high latencies that can be observed even after just opening the browser. Furthermore, the useless, preinstalled 30-day trial versions of various software also fall under the category "unnecessary"."
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About Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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