Dell
Dell XPS 15 (2025)
Core Ultra 9 · RTX 4070 · 15.6″ OLED
90
/ 100
From $2,499
VS
Dell
Dell XPS 13 (2025)
Core Ultra 7 · 13.4″ OLED · 1.17 kg
90
/ 100
From $1,399
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Dell XPS 15 (2025) lands at 90 and Dell XPS 13 (2025) at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Dell XPS 15 (2025) if…
- ✓Stunning 15.6″ OLED
- ✓Best-in-class build
- ✓Solid creator performance
Pick Dell XPS 13 (2025) if…
- ✓Best-in-class 13″ OLED panel
- ✓CNC chassis under 1.2 kg
- ✓Edge-to-edge keyboard
Dell XPS 15 (2025) 90
vs 90 Dell XPS 13 (2025)
Score breakdown
Dell XPS 15 (2025)
90 cpu 92
gpu 88
display 96
battery 80
portability 86
design 0
build 0
Dell XPS 13 (2025)
90 cpu 88
gpu 80
display 96
battery 88
portability 0
design 95
build 92
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Dell XPS 15 (2025) | Dell XPS 13 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | ▲ Intel Core Ultra 9 285H | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V |
| GPU | ▲ RTX 4070 Laptop | Intel Arc 140V |
| RAM | ▲ Up to 64 GB | 16 / 32 GB LPDDR5X |
| Storage | Up to 4 TB | ▲ 512 GB / 1 TB / 2 TB |
| Display | ▲ 15.6″ OLED 3456×2160 | 13.4″ 2.8K OLED, 60Hz |
| Weight | 1.92 kg | ▲ 1.17 kg |
| Battery | — | 55 Wh |
Dell XPS 15 (2025)
Pros
- +Stunning 15.6″ OLED
- +Best-in-class build
- +Solid creator performance
Cons
- −Thermals can spike
- −Only 2× USB-C
- −Battery trails MacBook
Dell XPS 13 (2025)
Pros
- +Best-in-class 13″ OLED panel
- +CNC chassis under 1.2 kg
- +Edge-to-edge keyboard
Cons
- −Function row capacitive (love or hate)
- −Limited to 2 USB-C ports
- −Webcam still 720p
FAQ: Dell XPS 15 (2025) vs Dell XPS 13 (2025)
Which is better, Dell XPS 15 (2025) or Dell XPS 13 (2025)? +
Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Dell XPS 15 (2025) worth the price? +
At $2,499, Dell XPS 15 (2025) delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in display.
Is Dell XPS 13 (2025) worth the price? +
At $1,399, Dell XPS 13 (2025) delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in display.
Does Dell XPS 15 (2025) or Dell XPS 13 (2025) 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.