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Updated January 12, 2024·
Given that the Dell XPS 15 is generally more expensive than the HP 250 G10, your choice should center on your needs and willingness to invest. The Dell XPS 15 offers higher performance, which is beneficial for intensive tasks such as engineering software, 3D modelling, and gaming. Additionally, it offers better display quality and longer battery life, making it suitable for users who value a premium experience with their device. On the other hand, the HP 250 G10, being more affordable, is sufficient for general use like internet browsing, office applications, and media consumption. It's also lighter, which enhances its portability, albeit at the cost of lower performance and screen quality. If budget is your primary concern and your computing needs are basic, the HP 250 G10 will serve you well. However, if you're looking for a powerful and high-quality laptop for more demanding applications, the Dell XPS 15 is the preferable option despite the higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell XPS 15
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the HP 250 G10
- The HP 250 G10 has no clear advantages over the Dell XPS 15.
Key differences
General Use
8.2
6.3
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
606.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The Dell XPS 15 offers a superior experience for general use with a high-end CPU, a vibrant IPS screen with better resolution, and a longer battery life, which make it more suitable for a variety of tasks and allow for comfortable use for extended periods. In comparison, the HP 250 G10 has a more basic CPU, a lower-quality TN screen with lower resolution, and less battery capacity, which makes it adequate for basic tasks but it may fall short for more demanding applications or prolonged use without access to power.
Gaming and AI
6.8
5.7
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
9.1/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Dell XPS 15 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The Dell XPS 15 is better for gaming and 3D because it comes with a dedicated GPU (Intel Arc A370M) which significantly outperforms the integrated GPU (Intel UHD Graphics) in the HP 250 G10. Additionally, the XPS 15 has a higher quality IPS display with a greater pixel density and wider color coverage, enabling more detailed and vibrant visuals compared to the HP 250 G10's TN panel with lower resolution and color accuracy.
Engineering and Design
8.1
5.8
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The Dell XPS 15 is more suitable for engineering and design due to its powerful Intel i7 processor, dedicated graphics card, high-resolution IPS display, and higher RAM capacity, which are crucial for demanding applications and multitasking.
Content Creation
8.3
6.2
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for content creation, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
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
8.1
6.4
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for software development, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
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.
Screen Quality
7.4
5.3
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
606.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Dell XPS 15 has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell XPS 15's superior panel type, higher resolution, and brightness contribute to its good screen quality for general use, ensuring crisp and clear visuals. For engineering and design, its coverage of color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB means accurate color representation, which is crucial for those tasks. However, for gaming and 3D applications, its lower refresh rate may not deliver as smooth an experience as some gaming-focused laptops, even if resolution and panel quality are adequate.
Battery
10.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell XPS 15 has 10 hours of battery life. The HP 250 G10 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.
Build Quality
8.5
6.0
The Dell XPS 15 has very good build quality, while the HP 250 G10 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,000
$305
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell XPS 15 has a price of $1,000 and the HP 250 G10 costs $305.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 250 G10 and Dell XPS 15 both have good portability.
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How the Dell XPS 15 and the HP 250 G10 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell XPS 15 | HP 250 G10 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $305 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.6'' x 9.1'' x 0.71'' | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.21 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.57" | 14.17" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.06" | 9.29" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel N200 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 86 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 606 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 9.1/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 10/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Dell XPS 15
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Matthew Buzzi | May 2023
"The 2023 Dell XPS 15 is more or less exactly what you'd expect from the company flagship. Its fresh components deliver measurably superior power and longevity, while the machine's premium build and design remain intact. It may not be overly exciting, but XPS loyalists and upgraders should be more than happy."
HP 250 G10
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Nikolay Palaozov | December 2023
"The HP 250 G10 is a decent budget device that surprises us with its high CPU frequencies under load. Still, our configuration has a Core i5-1335U which doesn’t require significant cooling, if choose a 28W P-series processor, maybe the situation with the clocks could be different. If you want to play some casual game after work, a memory in dual-channel is a must because it increases greatly the iGPU performance."
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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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