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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell XPS 13 Plus offers higher portability and top-notch build quality, making it ideal for those who prioritize a lightweight laptop with a vibrant OLED touchscreen display for general use, including multimedia consumption. However, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16, while heavier and less portable, provides a superior keyboard, robust performance, and additional features such as a numeric keypad, which could be beneficial for engineering professionals and creative users who require a powerful GPU for 3D rendering or machine learning. The ThinkPad's extra features like a higher battery capacity, hardware ray tracing support, and a range of ports, including HDMI and Ethernet, cater to those needing a versatile workstation over ultimate portability. The price difference is also a consideration; you'll find the ThinkPad generally less expensive than the XPS 13 Plus. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell XPS 13 Plus
- Excellent portability
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad P16
- The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has no clear advantages over the Dell XPS 13 Plus.
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.4
8.2
13.4in
SIZE
16.0in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
374.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
569.0 nits
The Dell XPS 13 Plus has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 for general use, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Dell XPS 13 Plus offers a sharp resolution and bright display, which enhances readability and viewing comfort, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 also provides a clear and bright screen suitable for a variety of everyday tasks. Engineering and design professionals will appreciate the broader color coverage on both laptops, offering vibrant and accurate color representation crucial for detailed work. However, for gaming and 3D applications where fast-moving visuals are key, both laptops fall short as they prioritize resolution and color accuracy over the higher refresh rates that can give gamers the smooth, responsive experience they seek.
Portability
Excellent
Poor
13.4in
SIZE
16.0in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
6.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
1.2in
The Dell XPS 13 Plus has excellent portability, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,849
$1,449
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Dell XPS 13 Plus has a price of $1,849 and the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 costs $1,449.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.4
8.0
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
374.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
569.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
9.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The Dell XPS 13 Plus and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 are both very good for general use.
The Dell XPS 13 Plus excels in general use with its higher portability, superior screen quality with touch capability, and better battery life, making it ideal for everyday tasks and movement. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16, while heavier and less portable, offers a keyboard with a number pad, more powerful graphics suited for specialized tasks, and superior build quality, positioning it as a better option for users with engineering or professional graphics needs.
Gaming and AI
6.4
6.9
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and Dell XPS 13 Plus are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell XPS 13 Plus is designed with an integrated GPU which is sufficient for casual gaming and 3D tasks on its high-quality OLED screen, offering a premium experience within a lightweight, portable form factor. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 offers a dedicated Nvidia GPU and a larger screen with excellent color coverage, better suited for more demanding gaming and 3D workloads in a less portable, beefier build.
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.3
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and Dell XPS 13 Plus are both very good for engineering and design.
The Dell XPS 13 Plus is well-suited for engineering and design thanks to its high-resolution OLED screen, powerful CPU and GPU, and substantial RAM, while being lighter and smaller for better portability. In comparison, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 offers a larger, high-quality IPS display, superior CPU, dedicated graphics card, and more battery capacity, making it better for intensive tasks but with a tradeoff in portability and weight.
Content Creation
8.3
8.2
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 13 Plus and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 are both very 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
8.3
8.4
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and Dell XPS 13 Plus are both very 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.
Battery
10.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Dell XPS 13 Plus has 10 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has 10 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.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Dell XPS 13 Plus and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 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 Plus and the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell XPS 13 Plus | Lenovo ThinkPad P16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,849 | $1,449 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | July 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.6'' x 7.8'' x 0.6'' | 14.3'' x 10.5'' x 1.2'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.71 lbs | 6.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.63" | 14.3" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.84" | 10.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1280P | Intel i7-12800HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 4 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 55 Wh | 94 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.4" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 374 nits | 569 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.2/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
Shopping
Dell XPS 13 Plus
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Andreas Osthoff | July 2022
"The XPS 13 Plus is powerful, but has its drawbacks. Dell did not only update the processor generation, but also decided to offer two completely different models from now on. The XPS 13 Plus gets the faster Intel Alder Lake-P chips, and the Core i7-1260P in our review unit offers good performance figures. However, the device once again shows the problems of the current Intel CPUs, because the high performance requires a lot of power. This affects the battery runtime as well as temperatures, so the new model (even with the Optimized power profile) is louder than the older model."
Lenovo ThinkPad P16
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Eric Grevstad | February 2023
"It's only a few months since we gave the MSI CreatorPro X17 one of our rare 4.5-star ratings and our top mobile workstation honor, but the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 matches that achievement in a more premium overall build. Ultimately, its build quality, screen, and keyboard give our latest Editors' Choice nod to the Lenovo—it's enough of a monster on almost all fronts that it simply cannot be ignored."
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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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