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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell XPS 15, being less expensive, offers good performance for general use and is lighter, making it more portable for everyday carry. It also has a longer battery life, which is beneficial for work or study on the go. However, if you need exceptional performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the Razer Blade 17, despite its higher cost and heavier weight, is equipped with a more powerful processor and top-tier graphics. It's also better for engineering applications and offers a significantly sharper and more color-accurate display, albeit with shorter battery life, making it less ideal for extended use without charging. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell XPS 15
- Good portability
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Razer Blade 17
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.8
8.6
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
9.1/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.2/10
The Razer Blade 17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell XPS 15 is only fair.
The Razer Blade 17, with its high-end Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti graphics card, offers superior gaming and 3D performance compared to the Dell XPS 15's Intel Arc A370M, justifying its excellence in gaming and 3D tasks. Additionally, Razer's higher screen refresh rate enhances smooth gameplay which is particularly beneficial in fast-paced games, while the Dell's lower refresh rate is still suitable for many games and general 3D work.
Engineering and Design
8.1
9.1
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Razer Blade 17 is excellent for engineering and design, while the Dell XPS 15 is very good.
The Razer Blade 17 stands out for engineering and design due to its superior CPU and double the RAM of the Dell XPS 15, as well as a more powerful GPU suited for rendering and computation-heavy tasks, coupled with a higher resolution screen that benefits detailed design work. While the Dell XPS 15 is more portable, has better battery life, and quieter operating noise, its CPU, RAM, GPU, and screen quality are not as high-end as the Razer, making it less optimal for the most demanding engineering and design applications.
Screen Quality
7.4
8.6
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
606.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
486.0 nits
The Razer Blade 17 has a better screen than the Dell XPS 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Dell XPS 15 offers a high-resolution display with vibrant colors suited for general use and engineering tasks, where color accuracy and detail are essential, but its lower refresh rate may hinder its appeal for gaming. The Razer Blade 17 enhances the experience with an even better color range and sharpness that benefits both daily activities and professional design work, appealing to those who prioritize visual fidelity. However, both laptops fall short for 3D gaming enthusiasts due to their poor refresh rates, which can affect the smoothness of fast-paced games.
Battery
10.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Dell XPS 15 has 10 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 17 has 5.5 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
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
6.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell XPS 15 has good portability, while the Razer Blade 17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,000
$4,300
$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 17 costs $4,300.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.2
8.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
606.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
486.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Razer Blade 17 and Dell XPS 15 are both very good for general use.
The Dell XPS 15 offers a balance in terms of portability and battery life, along with robust general performance due to its capable CPU and sufficient RAM, making it suitable for various everyday tasks, while its high-quality screen ensures clear and vivid visuals. In contrast, the Razer Blade 17, with its larger, higher-resolution screen and vastly superior graphics card, provides a significantly better experience for media consumption and more demanding graphical tasks, at the expense of portability and battery life.
Content Creation
8.3
8.5
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 17 and Dell XPS 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
8.5
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 17 and Dell XPS 15 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.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Dell XPS 15 and Razer Blade 17 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 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell XPS 15 | Razer Blade 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $4,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.6'' x 9.1'' x 0.71'' | 15.6'' x 10.2'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.21 lbs | 6.06 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.57" | 15.55" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.06" | 10.24" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i9-12900H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 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 | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 86 Wh | 82 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 606 nits | 486 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
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 | 7.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 10/10 | 9.1/10 | |
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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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 17
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Sascha Mölck | July 2022
"Our test configuration of the Blade 17 targets gamers and creative professionals. A Core i9-12900H processor, GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU (175 watts TGP after the BIOS update, 16 GB of VRAM), and 32 GB of working memory equip the laptop for video processing, rending, and 4k gaming at the highest level. In addition, a fast PCIe-4 SSD (1 TB) ensures short load and storage times. With the Blade 17 (Early 2022), Razer delivers a successful and powerful work device for creative professionals. But this also has its price."
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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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