Dell XPS 15 Touch Series

Overview

Dell XPS 15 - 2023 (9530)

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Price: $1299

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 16 expert reviews

Excellent:

4
Good:

9
Average:

1
Bad:

2

Pros:

Resolution is 3,200 by 1,800 (QHD).
Quadcore CPU.
Midtier enthusiast GPU.

Cons:

Reflective screen.
No built in Ethernet.

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Last revision on July 22, 2020

Reviewers Liked

Resolution is 3,200 by 1,800 (QHD)
Quadcore CPU
Midtier enthusiast GPU
Has 802.11ac & Bluetooth 4.0
Comes with 12 months of McAfee LiveSafe
Premium look and materials
Great all around performance
Great battery life
Slim and attractive chassis
High end materials

Reviewers Didn't Like

Reflective screen
No built in Ethernet
Some UI elements can be tiny
USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are both black
Keyboard is a little stiff
Expensive
Frequent rendering issues due to the high resolution under Windows
High temperatures under load
Battery life falls short for an ultrabook
Runs warm
Webcam doesn't impress
Keyboard not evenly back-lit

Expert reviews and ratings

Battery life is disappointing, especially as the XPS 15 is intended as a lightweight Ultrabook, although as a desktop replacement system it ticks more of the right boxes. It provides outstanding display quality and high-end performance at a competitive price, while still being slim and light enough to slip into a bag for the occasional business trip or weekend away.

By PCAdvisor on July 04, 2014

The XPS 15 is Dell's premium 15.6-inch multimedia notebook offering; its hallmark feature is a Quad HD+ (3200 x 1800) screen featuring 10-point touch support. Its chassis is made of carbon fiber and aluminum for the ideal combination of extra strength...

By Notebook Review on May 12, 2014

A powerful laptop, but an unresponsive touchpad and disappointing ultra-high resolution screen let it...

By Expert Reviews on May 02, 2014

The Dell XPS 15 is one of the best laptops we have tested in a long time. It's hard to fault, as its weaknesses – such as the trackpad taking some getting used to and the chassis being prone to scratches – aren't too significant. The real caveat here,...

By V3.co.uk on April 24, 2014

Dell's XPS 15 is a system of extremes. The display provides incredible sharpness, but its quality is well below average. The processor and video card perform well, but the fan struggles to cool them at full load. The 512GB solid state drive is massive,...

By Digital Trends on April 17, 2014

DELL'S Xtreme Performance System (XPS) laptop range dates back to 1993, when the US company launched the line to focus on corporate customers rather than...

By The Inquirer on April 16, 2014

A great workman’s laptop with good battery life, strong performance and some basic gaming abilities – all through a beautiful but reflective touchscreen....

By Kitguru.net on April 04, 2014

Apple has set the benchmark for high-end notebooks with its Retina displays, PCIe flash storage and phenomenal battery life. Can Dell's latest Windows 8.1 machine, the XPS 15, challenge the class-leading Mac? We put the devices head-to-head in the...

By IT PRO on March 11, 2014

Dell’s luxurious XPS 15 has a superlative screen and physical design that’s the match of Apple’s MacBook, and it’s got high-end components on the inside too. It’s one of the best premium Windows machines on the market, but Apple’s MacBook Pro has better storage, a longer battery and better value for money. If you need a powerful, premium Windows machine, this is top-notch.

By TrustedReviews on February 17, 2014

This year's Dell XPS 15 is one of the most luxurious laptops we've ever tested, with a super-high-resolution screen that tops even Apple's MacBook Pro With Retina Display. Note, though, that we'd vote for the SSD- rather than our hard-drive-based...

By Computer Shopper on January 23, 2014

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