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Updated January 10, 2024·
For intensive engineering, 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the Razer Blade 18 excels with its powerful processor and graphics card, more RAM, and higher resolution screen offering vibrant colors and fast motion performance; however, it has lower battery life and is heavier, affecting portability. In contrast, the Dell XPS 15, while less expensive and more portable with longer battery life, provides sufficient capabilities for general use and has good build and screen quality, but it's less suited for high-end gaming and intensive tasks due to its moderate processor, graphics card, and lower RAM. Choose the Razer for high-performance needs or the Dell for cost-effective, everyday use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell XPS 15
- Good portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Razer Blade 18
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.8
8.9
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
9.1/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.2/10
The Razer Blade 18 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell XPS 15 is only fair.
The Razer Blade 18 is excellent for gaming and 3D due to its high-end Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a screen with a high refresh rate of 240Hz, significantly outperforming the Dell XPS 15, which has a mid-range Intel Arc A370M GPU and a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate. While the XPS 15 is considered good, this is due to having a capable GPU and a quality screen, but it doesn't reach the same high standards set by the Razer Blade 18 for intensely graphical tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.1
9.3
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Razer Blade 18 is excellent for engineering and design, while the Dell XPS 15 is very good.
The Dell XPS 15 is equipped with a competent processor and a capable graphics unit, suitable for intensive tasks and ensuring crisp visuals on its quality display; it's lighter and thus more portable than its counterpart. In contrast, the Razer Blade 18, with a high-end processor, double the memory, and a more powerful graphics card, delivers top-notch performance for demanding engineering and design software, at the cost of reduced portability and a heavier form factor.
Screen Quality
7.4
8.9
15.6in
SIZE
18.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
606.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
524.0 nits
The Razer Blade 18 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, with its strong resolution and brightness, offers a clear and vibrant display that is comfortable for everyday tasks and detailed enough for engineering work, but its lower refresh rate means it can't produce the smooth visuals desired for high-frame-rate gaming or 3D applications. The Razer Blade 18's display has similar advantages, with excellent color representation making it suitable for professional design work where color accuracy is crucial. However, while better for gaming than the Dell due to a typically faster refresh rate, it still falls short for the most fluid gaming or 3D rendering experience, indicating that it may have a relatively lower refresh rate.
Battery
10.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The Dell XPS 15 has 10 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 18 has 4 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
18.0in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
6.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell XPS 15 has good portability, while the Razer Blade 18 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,000
$3,200
$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 18 costs $3,200.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.2
8.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
606.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
524.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.1/10
The Razer Blade 18 and Dell XPS 15 are both very good for general use.
The Dell XPS 15 and Razer Blade 18 are highly regarded for general use because they offer powerful CPUs, substantial RAM, and high-quality screens, which ensure smooth multitasking and a sharp visual experience for everyday tasks and media consumption. However, the XPS 15 is more portable and has longer battery life making it better suited for on-the-go use, while the Razer Blade 18 offers more storage and a larger screen, potentially enhancing productivity and entertainment experiences, but at the cost of decreased portability and shorter battery life.
Content Creation
8.3
8.6
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 18 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
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 18 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 18 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 18 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell XPS 15 | Razer Blade 18 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $3,200 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.6'' x 9.1'' x 0.71'' | 15.7'' x 10.8'' x 0.86'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.21 lbs | 6.68 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.57" | 15.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.06" | 10.8" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i9-13950HX | |
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 | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 86 Wh | 91.7 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 18" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 606 nits | 524 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 6.2/10 | |
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 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1440p | |
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 18
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Matthew Buzzi | March 2023
"Razer made a powerful laptop in the Blade 18, showing off a beautiful and fast display and the same high-quality build we’ve come to expect from this product line. It’s also quite expensive, which is hardly a surprise, but bears repeating even in this price range. It’s pricier than the Scar 18 despite an inferior GPU and half the storage, so you really have to want the Blade 18’s design to justify the cost."
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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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