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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell XPS 15 is more expensive yet offers better performance for intensive engineering tasks, 3D rendering, and machine learning due to its more powerful processor and dedicated graphics card. It has a larger screen which may be preferable for productivity, however, it's heavier and less portable compared to the Lenovo Yoga 6. The Yoga 6 is less costly, more portable with a smaller screen, and its integrated graphics are less suitable for demanding workloads. It does feature a touchscreen and a slightly longer battery life, which makes it well-suited for general use on the go. Each has ample storage and memory for most tasks, so your preference will depend on balancing cost against performance needs and portability. 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
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo Yoga 6
- Very good portability
- Excellent battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.2
7.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
606.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.5 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 is good.
The Dell XPS 15 is lauded for general use due to its higher-end CPU and dedicated GPU which yield better performance for a variety of tasks, along with a superior keyboard quality and build quality, but is less portable than the Lenovo Yoga 6. On the other hand, the Lenovo Yoga 6, while still providing good performance with a capable CPU and integrated graphics, offers better portability and a longer battery life, which are ideal for users on the go, but it compromises slightly on screen brightness and keyboard quality.
Gaming and AI
6.8
6.1
4.4/10
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
9.1/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Dell XPS 15 and Lenovo Yoga 6 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Dell XPS 15 is somewhat better.
The Dell XPS 15 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications due to its more powerful Intel Arc A370M GPU compared to the integrated AMD Ryzen 7 7730U Vega 8 GPU in the Lenovo Yoga 6. While both laptops have similar screen refresh rates, the stronger GPU in the XPS 15 will better handle the demands of gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.1
7.0
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 is good.
The Dell XPS 15, with its Intel i7 processor and dedicated Intel Arc GPU, is ideal for demanding engineering and design applications, providing powerful CPU and GPU performance, as well as excellent screen quality, important for detail-oriented work.
Content Creation
8.3
7.6
9.0/10
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 15 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 is good.
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
7.4
9.0/10
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 15 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 is good.
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
6.7
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
606.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Dell XPS 15 has a better screen than the Lenovo Yoga 6 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell XPS 15 boasts a high-resolution display with excellent brightness, making it ideal for general use; its wide color gamut ensures precise hues crucial for engineering and design work, but its typical refresh rate is a drawback for 3D applications where smooth motion is key. Conversely, the Lenovo Yoga 6 offers adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and still manages good color accuracy for professional design, yet it also falls short for gaming and 3D content due to a lower refresh rate. Both laptops prioritize display features that benefit productivity over the high-refresh needs of gaming, thus they're better suited for work than play.
Battery
10.0 Hours
12.5 Hours
The Dell XPS 15 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
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo Yoga 6 has very good portability, while the Dell XPS 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.4
The Dell XPS 15 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.
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Cost
$1,000
$1,045
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Dell XPS 15 has a price of $1,000 and the Lenovo Yoga 6 costs $1,045.
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How the Dell XPS 15 and the Lenovo Yoga 6 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell XPS 15 | Lenovo Yoga 6 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $1,045 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.6'' x 9.1'' x 0.71'' | 12'' x 8.6'' x 0.72'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.21 lbs | 3.01 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.57" | 11.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.06" | 8.58" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 12.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 86 Wh | 59 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 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 | 606 nits | 271 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 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 | 9.1/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 10/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | 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 | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
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."
Lenovo Yoga 6
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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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