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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing between the Dell XPS 13 and the Razer Book 13 comes down to several priorities. The Dell is more affordable and lighter, making it easily portable, and it offers a solid build and very good keyboard. Its battery life is modest, and while it's very competent for general use, it's not tailored for heavy gaming or 3D work. On the other hand, the Razer Book costs more, but it rewards with a brighter screen, better performance in engineering applications, and longer battery life. It's a bit heavier, which impacts portability slightly, but if screen quality and intensive task handling are important, the Razer Book is preferable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell XPS 13
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Razer Book 13
- Excellent battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.2
7.3
13.4in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
442.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
The Dell XPS 13 and the Razer Book 13 have similar screen quality.
The Dell XPS 13 and Razer Book 13 feature panels with high resolution and brightness, making text clear and colors vibrant for general tasks like browsing or watching videos. For engineering and design, both have wide color gamuts ensuring accuracy for detailed work but aren't specialized for 3D tasks. Neither is optimal for gaming and 3D applications due to their lower refresh rates, which can result in less smooth visuals during fast-paced scenes.
Battery
10.0 Hours
14.0 Hours
The Dell XPS 13 has 10 hours of battery life. The Razer Book 13 has 14 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.
Cost
$850
$1,389
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell XPS 13 has a price of $850 and the Razer Book 13 costs $1,389.
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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
507.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
14.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Dell XPS 13 and Razer Book 13 are both good for general use.
The Dell XPS 13 and Razer Book 13 are suited for general use due to their powerful processors, substantial RAM, and high-quality IPS screens with good color coverage. While both offer portability with lightweight designs, the Razer Book 13 has a slightly longer battery life and a touchscreen, whereas the Dell XPS 13 offers a brighter display and is lighter, making it marginally more portable.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
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
8.0/10
The Razer Book 13 and Dell XPS 13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell XPS 13 and Razer Book 13 are considered fair for gaming and 3D because both have integrated graphics (Intel Iris Xe) which do not match dedicated GPUs in performance, essential for demanding games and 3D applications. Additionally, both laptops have a standard screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is less than ideal for gaming where higher refresh rates can provide smoother visuals and better responsiveness. Screen quality and processors in both models, while effective for everyday tasks, are only somewhat capable of handling gaming and 3D rendering needs.
Engineering and Design
7.2
7.1
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell XPS 13 and Razer Book 13 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell XPS 13 offers a newer CPU model for greater performance in engineering applications and impressive screen quality but is slightly less portable due to its weight. In contrast, the Razer Book 13, while slightly heavier, comes with a touch screen and generally very good build, keyboard, and speaker quality, making it suitable for intensive design tasks with its high screen resolution and color accuracy.
Content Creation
7.7
7.6
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 13 and Razer Book 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
7.5
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Razer Book 13 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.
Portability
Excellent
Excellent
13.4in
SIZE
13.4in
2.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell XPS 13 and Razer Book 13 both have excellent portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Dell XPS 13 and Razer Book 13 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Dell XPS 13 and the Razer Book 13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell XPS 13 | Razer Book 13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$850 | $1,389 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | April 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.6'' x 7.9'' x 0.55'' | 11.6'' x 7.8'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.59 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.63" | 11.64" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.86" | 7.81" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1250U | Intel i7-1165G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 14 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 55 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.4" | 13.4" | |
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 | 507 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 9.1/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 1 | |
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 | 4 | |
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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."
Razer Book 13
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NotebookCheck
Allen Ngo | December 2020
"The Razer Book is like an XPS 13, but faster. The Book 13 combines the design philosophy and performance of a Blade Stealth with the 16:10 display of a Dell XPS 13 for an impressive piece of hardware. Office users who want something more stylish than the typical Dell, HP or Lenovo will certainly find themselves drawn to this Razer subnotebook. If your priorities are to have the best-looking and fastest 13-inch laptop in the office over auxiliary features, however, then the Book 13 proudly fulfills that niche."
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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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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