Dell
Dell XPS 13 Plus · 16GB
Core i7-1280P · 16GB · 2022
82
/ 100
From $1,299
VS
Lenovo
ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 · 16GB
Core i7-1355U · 16GB · 2023
82
/ 100
From $1,799
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Dell XPS 13 Plus · 16GB lands at 82 and ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 · 16GB at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Dell XPS 13 Plus · 16GB if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Pick ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 · 16GB if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Dell XPS 13 Plus · 16GB 82
vs 82 ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 · 16GB
Score breakdown
Dell XPS 13 Plus · 16GB
82 cpu 82
gpu 77
display 86
battery 72
portability 93
ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 · 16GB
82 cpu 82
gpu 77
display 86
battery 72
portability 93
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Dell XPS 13 Plus · 16GB | ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 · 16GB |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Core i7-1280P | Core i7-1355U |
| RAM | 16GB | 16GB |
| Release year | 2022 | 2023 |
Dell XPS 13 Plus · 16GB
Pros
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
Cons
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 · 16GB
Pros
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
Cons
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
FAQ: Dell XPS 13 Plus · 16GB vs ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 · 16GB
Which is better, Dell XPS 13 Plus · 16GB or ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 · 16GB? +
Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Dell XPS 13 Plus · 16GB worth the price? +
At $1,299, Dell XPS 13 Plus · 16GB delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in portability.
Is ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 · 16GB worth the price? +
At $1,799, ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 · 16GB delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in portability.
Does Dell XPS 13 Plus · 16GB or ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 · 16GB last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.