Dell’s new XPS lineup: One desktop, two laptops — cutting-edge and customizable
Dell reveals its best-ever XPS 15 and 17 laptops alongside a custom-built XPS desktop PC.
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What you need to know
Dell’s XPS line of laptops and desktops are some of the best in both categories. They’re powerful machines with elegant designs, rivaling even the Microsoft Surface as thebest Windows laptopoption, among other heavy hitters. Unveiling its latest revisions, Dell is seemingly improving upon perfection with two new laptops coming within the month and a customizable desktop computer available today.
The latest XPS machines are loaded with cutting-edge components, including 13th Gen Intel Core processors, withH-series chipsfor the XPS laptops for desktop-grade performance. No matter your choice, each model prioritizes airflow for proper thermal control. Designed to stay quiet under pressure, the XPS 15 and 17 laptops feature customizable parts at the point of sale, the same as the XPS desktop.
Dell XPS desktop (8960)
The default configuration for Dell’s new XPS desktop includes anIntel 13th Gen i7-13700K CPU, 16GB of DDR5-4800 memory, a 512GB solid-state drive, a 750W power supply, and the latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 GPU, but every aspect can be customized before purchase. Some parts will be available closer to mid-2023, but each XPS can be personalized.
Choose between a graphite or platinum color option for the steel case, designed for accessibility for future upgrades thanks to the use of standardized PC parts. Supporting up to a 1000W power supply to support 450W graphics cards, you can expand the XPS storage over its four storage bays and PCIe expansion slots. No matter your choices, each custom-made XPS desktop is designed for optimal airflow to keep temperatures under control during heavy use.
Dell XPS desktop (8960) |Starting at $2489.99 from Dell
Totally customizable, the new Dell XPS desktop offers the latest 13th Gen Intel Core processors up to the i9k series with a wealth of graphics options from NVIDIA, AMD, and Intel. Available now.
Dell XPS 15 (9530)
Featuring a 16:10 edge-to-edge display, the new XPS 15 is precision-crafted to house cutting-edge hardware in a lightweight and durable frame. The standard model will ship with an Intel 13th Gen i9 CPU, 32GB of DDR5 RAM, a 1TB SSD, and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 laptop GPU.
Dell XPS 15 (9530) |Starting at $2949 on March 2, 2023
Designed for creators, the new Dell XPS 15 is customizable to perfectly match your needs as a portable performance machine with advanced thermal control. Coming in March 2023.
Dell XPS 17 (9730)
The XPS 17 features a larger 16:10 4-sided InfinityEdge display with a gorgeous 93.7% screen-to-body ratio, protected by a combination of aluminum and carbon fiber casing with a Corning Gorilla Glass 6 coating. The standard model will ship with an Intel 13th Gen i9 CPU, 32GB of DDR5 RAM, a 1TB SSD, and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 laptop GPU.
Dell XPS 17 (9730) |Starting at $3399 on March 2, 2023
Dell’s most powerful XPS laptop to date, the new XPS 17, offers a range of extreme performance components alongside a stunning display. Coming in March 2023.
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Ben is a Senior Editor at Windows Central, covering everything related to technology hardware and software. He regularly goes hands-on with the latest Windows laptops, components inside custom gaming desktops, and any accessory compatible with PC and Xbox. His lifelong obsession with dismantling gadgets to see how they work led him to pursue a career in tech-centric journalism after a decade of experience in electronics retail and tech support.
