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Updated March 14, 2024·
When considering the Dell XPS 15 versus the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, the Dell typically offers better performance suitable for intensive tasks like video editing or gaming, thanks to its more powerful hardware. It likely has a larger screen and more robust build, making it less portable than the lighter and more compact Lenovo. The ThinkBook 13x, however, is more geared towards general use or business tasks, with its portability making it ideal for travel or work on the go. Battery life also tends to be longer on less power-intensive devices like the ThinkBook, so if you don't require high performance and value mobility and battery life, the Lenovo could be the better choice. 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 overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x
- Very good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.4
8.2
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
606.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Dell XPS 15 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x for software development, and content creation, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Dell XPS 15 offers a sharp, bright display that excels in clarity and detail for both general and engineering users, largely because of its high resolution and robust color coverage. However, for gaming and 3D applications, its lower refresh rate limits the smoothness of motion and responsiveness. Meanwhile, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x sports a display with similar attributes, providing vibrant and accurate colors for professionals, but shares the Dell's limitations in refresh rate, making it less optimal for fast-paced gaming or 3D rendering.
Battery
10.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell XPS 15 has 10 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has 8 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
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has excellent portability, while the Dell XPS 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.6
The Dell XPS 15 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,000
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell XPS 15 has a price of $1,000 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x costs $1,399.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.2
7.9
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
606.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell XPS 15 to be very good for general use, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is good.
The Dell XPS 15, with its robust CPU and ample RAM, delivers smooth performance for various tasks, while its high-quality screen enhances viewing experiences; however, it's less portable compared to lighter laptops. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x offers a balance of efficiency suitable for everyday tasks, with decent battery life and portability, making it easier to work on the go yet with a slight compromise on screen real estate and raw power.
Gaming and AI
6.8
6.6
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
9.1/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Dell XPS 15 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell XPS 15 boasts a powerful GPU and higher screen refresh rate suitable for smooth gaming and 3D applications, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, with a fair GPU and lower refresh rate, may not handle these tasks as well. Although both have capable CPUs and good screen quality, the Dell's superior graphics performance makes it the preferable choice for gaming and 3D work.
Engineering and Design
8.1
7.9
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell XPS 15 to be very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is good.
The Dell XPS 15 with its powerful CPU, ample RAM, and dedicated GPU excels in handling engineering applications and ensures smooth multitasking, while its high-quality screen offers crisp visuals for design work. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, although more portable and with a comfortable keyboard, may have less powerful GPU capabilities, but its solid CPU and RAM still maintain respectable performance for engineering tasks and its screen quality is suitable for design purposes.
Content Creation
8.3
8.0
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 15 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
7.9
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell XPS 15 to be very good for software development, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell XPS 15 | Lenovo ThinkBook 13x |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $1,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 30, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.6'' x 9.1'' x 0.71'' | 11.6'' x 8.1'' x 0.5'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.21 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.57" | 11.6" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.06" | 8.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | |
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 | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 86 Wh | 74 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 13.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1920 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 606 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 9.4/10 | |
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 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 10/10 | 8.8/10 | |
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 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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."
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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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