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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell XPS 15 is less expensive and offers longer battery life, which makes it suitable for general use and on-the-go tasks. It also has a more color-accurate screen which is advantageous for graphic design or video editing. On the other hand, the Razer Blade 15 is more expensive but provides superior gaming performance due to a more powerful graphics card. It also has a higher screen resolution and refresh rate, beneficial for fast-paced games and detail-oriented tasks. Both laptops have similar portability and build quality, but if your primary uses are intense gaming or 3D rendering, the Razer Blade 15 may justify its higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell XPS 15
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Razer Blade 15
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.8
8.0
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
9.1/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Razer Blade 15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell XPS 15 is only fair.
The Razer Blade 15 delivers a smoother gaming and 3D experience with its higher screen refresh rate and more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics, compared to the Dell XPS 15 which has a lower refresh rate and an Intel Arc A370M GPU that is less strong for these tasks. While both have quality screens and capable CPUs, the Razer's strengths are particularly crucial for gaming and graphic-intensive applications.
Screen Quality
7.4
8.2
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
606.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Dell XPS 15 has a better screen than the Razer Blade 15 for software development, and content creation, while the Razer Blade 15 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell XPS 15 boasts a high-resolution display that offers sharp visuals and bright images, making it great for everyday tasks and professional design work where detail and color accuracy matter. However, for gaming and 3D applications, its standard refresh rate doesn't match the smoother visuals that a higher refresh rate provides. On the other hand, the Razer Blade 15 also offers a high-quality display with excellent color coverage for tasks in engineering and design, but like the XPS, its screen falls short for gaming due to a refresh rate not optimized for high-speed graphics.
Battery
10.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Dell XPS 15 has 10 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 15 has 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.
Cost
$1,000
$2,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Dell XPS 15 has a price of $1,000 and the Razer Blade 15 costs $2,500.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.2
7.9
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
606.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell XPS 15 to be very good for general use, while the Razer Blade 15 is good.
The Dell XPS 15 offers a brighter screen and longer battery life, making it ideal for general use that may involve working for extended periods or in various lighting conditions. In contrast, the Razer Blade 15 focuses on high-performance with a more powerful GPU and a higher refresh rate display, which suits users needing more for gaming or creative tasks, despite its shorter battery life.
Engineering and Design
8.1
8.5
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Blade 15 and Dell XPS 15 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Razer Blade 15 outperforms the Dell XPS 15 in engineering and design due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU and higher resolution display, which are crucial for demanding graphics work; although, its disadvantages are shorter battery life and slightly more weight. The Dell XPS 15, on the other hand, provides a good balance of CPU power with its Intel i7 processor and ample RAM for multitasking, alongside a quality display and longer battery life, which benefits users needing a more portable device with sustained off-plug work capability.
Content Creation
8.3
8.0
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 15 and Razer Blade 15 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
8.1
7.7
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell XPS 15 to be very good for software development, while the Razer Blade 15 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell XPS 15 and Razer Blade 15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Dell XPS 15 and Razer Blade 15 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 15 and the Razer Blade 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell XPS 15 | Razer Blade 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $2,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.6'' x 9.1'' x 0.71'' | 14'' x 9.3'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.21 lbs | 4.4 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.57" | 13.98" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.06" | 9.25" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i7-12800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 86 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 606 nits | 271 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 9.1/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 10/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 3 | |
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 | 4 | |
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Dell XPS 15
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PCMag
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."
Razer Blade 15
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Allen Ngo | March 2022
"The 2022 Blade 15 offers roughly 15 to 25 percent faster graphics performance and 20 percent faster CPU performance over last year's Core i7-11800H and RTX 3080 model. Thankfully, the system doesn't need to run noticeably louder or warmer to achieve faster results, but both power consumption and battery life take a hit. The higher consumption in particular appears to be a trend amongst many 12th gen Core laptops including the Schenker Uniwill Technology GM7AG8P or MSI Vector GP66 when compared to their previous generation counterparts. We're also glad to not see below-average CPU performance which was the case for the 10th gen Core i7-10875H model."
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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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