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Updated January 10, 2024·
When deciding between the Dell XPS 13 and the Lenovo Yoga 6, consider your most valued features. The Dell XPS 13 provides a higher build quality, better heat management, and is lighter for increased portability, making it suitable for those who are frequently on the move. However, the Lenovo Yoga 6 offers a touch screen, a backlit keyboard with a number pad, and longer battery life, which could be more convenient for extended use and for users who prefer interactive screens. Both have similar processing power and are capable for general use, but Lenovo might offer slightly better performance for more demanding tasks like 3D rendering or engineering software. Choose the Dell for its build and portability or the Lenovo for its tactile screen and battery longevity, depending on what matters most for your daily use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell XPS 13
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo Yoga 6
- Excellent battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.2
6.7
13.4in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
442.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Dell XPS 13 has a better screen than the Lenovo Yoga 6 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell XPS 13 offers a high resolution and bright screen, with a panel type suited for crisp and clear images, making it ideal for general use and engineering, but its standard refresh rate limits its ability to smoothly display fast-paced visuals necessary for gaming and 3D. The Lenovo Yoga 6, while slightly less sharp for general tasks due to lower brightness and resolution, still offers accurate colors for professional design and engineering work. However, both laptops lack high refresh rates, which are crucial for gaming and creating or viewing fluid 3D animations, potentially causing motion blur and less smooth visuals in these scenarios.
Battery
10.0 Hours
12.5 Hours
The Dell XPS 13 has 10 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Yoga 6 has 12.5 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
Very Good
13.4in
SIZE
13.3in
2.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell XPS 13 has excellent portability, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.4
The Dell XPS 13 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$850
$1,045
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Dell XPS 13 has a price of $850 and the Lenovo Yoga 6 costs $1,045.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
442.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.5 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Dell XPS 13 and Lenovo Yoga 6 are both good for general use.
The Dell XPS 13 offers a high-quality screen and excellent portability due to its lightweight design, making it ideal for general use, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 also provides good performance and portability with the added versatility of a touchscreen that enables it to be used as a tablet, but it has slightly lower screen brightness compared to the Dell. Both have capable CPUs, ample RAM for multitasking, and sufficient battery life, though the Lenovo Yoga 6 boasts longer battery duration, making it a suitable choice for users who prioritize longer unplugged usage.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.1
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Dell XPS 13 and Lenovo Yoga 6 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell XPS 13 and Lenovo Yoga 6 are only fair for gaming and 3D because they both have integrated GPUs, which are less powerful than dedicated gaming GPUs, and their screens have a 60Hz refresh rate, which is lower than the higher refresh rates favored for gaming. While the XPS 13 features an Intel Iris Xe and the Yoga 6 comes with a Vega 8, they provide modest gaming performance at best; however, both have IPS screens, which offer good color accuracy and viewing angles, contributing positively to overall screen quality.
Engineering and Design
7.2
7.0
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell XPS 13 and Lenovo Yoga 6 are both good for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.7
7.6
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 13 and Lenovo Yoga 6 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
7.4
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Dell XPS 13 and Lenovo Yoga 6 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 Lenovo Yoga 6 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell XPS 13 | Lenovo Yoga 6 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$850 | $1,045 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.6'' x 7.9'' x 0.55'' | 12'' x 8.6'' x 0.72'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.59 lbs | 3.01 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.63" | 11.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.86" | 8.58" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1250U | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 12.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 59 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.4" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 442 nits | 271 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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The Verge
Monica Chen | April 2023
"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."
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Mario Petzold | March 2023
"The AMD R7-7730U in the Lenovo Yoga 6 13 provides a suitable answer to the limited cooling capabilities of a convertible - especially in tablet mode. It draws high computing power from a comparatively limited power supply so that less heat has to be dissipated at the same time."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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