Dell
Dell XPS 15 (9530) · 64GB · 1TB SSD
Core i7-13700H · 64GB · 2023 · 1TB SSD
88
/ 100
From $2,299
VS
Apple
MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro · 64GB
M2 Pro · 64GB · 2023
88
/ 100
From $2,599
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Dell XPS 15 (9530) · 64GB · 1TB SSD lands at 88 and MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro · 64GB at 88. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Dell XPS 15 (9530) · 64GB · 1TB SSD if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Pick MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro · 64GB if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Dell XPS 15 (9530) · 64GB · 1TB SSD 88
vs 88 MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro · 64GB
Score breakdown
Dell XPS 15 (9530) · 64GB · 1TB SSD
88 cpu 88
gpu 83
display 86
battery 78
portability 87
MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro · 64GB
88 cpu 88
gpu 83
display 86
battery 78
portability 87
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Dell XPS 15 (9530) · 64GB · 1TB SSD | MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro · 64GB |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | ▲ Core i7-13700H | M2 Pro |
| RAM | 64GB | 64GB |
| Release year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Storage | 1TB SSD | — |
Dell XPS 15 (9530) · 64GB · 1TB SSD
Pros
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
Cons
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro · 64GB
Pros
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
Cons
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
FAQ: Dell XPS 15 (9530) · 64GB · 1TB SSD vs MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro · 64GB
Which is better, Dell XPS 15 (9530) · 64GB · 1TB SSD or MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro · 64GB? +
Both score 88 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Dell XPS 15 (9530) · 64GB · 1TB SSD worth the price? +
At $2,299, Dell XPS 15 (9530) · 64GB · 1TB SSD delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in cpu.
Is MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro · 64GB worth the price? +
At $2,599, MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro · 64GB delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in cpu.
Does Dell XPS 15 (9530) · 64GB · 1TB SSD or MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro · 64GB 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.