Dell's Latest XPS 13 Is Thinnest Yet, With New Intel CPUs and Multi-Day Battery Life

Dell’s latest XPS 13 laptop is a compelling choice for those who need performance on the go. In an email sent to Lifewire, Dell highlighted significant upgrades under the hood, aiming to deliver more than just a sleek design.

The Dell XPS 13 now features Intel’s Core Ultra processors from the Series 2 lineup. This makes it more capable of handling heavy multitasking, intensive software applications, and other demanding tasks. Its dedicated neural processing unit (NPU) can perform up to 48 trillion operations per second (TOPS). This NPU boosts AI capabilities, enabling advanced tasks like generative AI for text and image creation, and faster photo and video editing.

The XPS 13 introduces a tandem OLED display, a first for any laptop, which not only delivers higher brightness but also extends battery life compared to traditional OLED screens. Combined with a claimed 26 hours of battery life while streaming on an FHD+ display, this makes the Dell XPS 13 a practical choice for those who need long-lasting performance, whether for work or media consumption, without constantly searching for a power outlet.

The laptop has a 13.4-inch InfinityEdge display, Intel Arc graphics, a 1080p webcam, Windows Hello support, and two Thunderbolt 4 (USB Type-C) ports. Graphite and Platinum are the case color options.

The Dell XPS 13 is available for pre-order starting today. Several configurations are available, with the base option costing $1399.99 in the U.S. and $1899.99 in Canada. Processor options include the Intel Core Ultra 5 or Ultra 7 (Ultra 9 will launch later). Choose between Windows 11 Pro or Home, 16 GB or 32 GB of RAM, and anywhere from 512 GB to 1 TB of storage (the 4 TB SSD option is coming soon).