![]() ![]() ![]() Spectre x360 15t: Conclusionīecause of the range and price of configuration options, quad-core processor, and extra RAM, the XPS 15 seems to be the better laptop on paper. If you don't need quite as much power as the XPS 15 delivers, the Spectre x360 is a fantastic 4K option that is about $500 less. Remember, you're still getting a better GPU, a quad-core processor, and a larger battery in the XPS 15. When we compare a Spectre x360 with a Core i7 processor, 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD to an XPS 15 with the same specs, the Spectre x360 is the winner when it comes to price: it costs about $1,700 while the XPS 15 costs about $2250. These base configurations come with Core i3 processors, 8GB of RAM, a 1080p non-touch display, and a hybrid 500GB HDD, so you're clearly not getting the best on offer. If you want one of these laptops and want to spend the least amount possible, the XPS 15 is the clear winner - configurations start at about $1,000. Weight is pretty much a tie for both of these 15-inch laptops although the non-touch XPS 15 with Full HD does come in slightly lighter at 4.3lbs (1.95kg). It is also a bit less deep thanks to the lack of bezel at the top of the display. The dimensions of both laptops are pretty much the same, but the XPS 15 is a tad bit slimmer, especially on the front where it tapers. As far as looks go, it's up to your eye to make the final decision. The XPS 15 is quite similar, but it has a soft-touch, carbon-fiber interior that contrasts nicely with the outside and provides a great place for your palms to rest. The Spectre x360 is built entirely from aluminum and is finished in dark ash silver, making it quite fetching. Design and mobilityīoth of these laptops were designed from the ground up to look like luxury items. ![]() You just have to choose between "excellent" and "good" for each category. GroupMe where scrolling becomes weird, suddenly.īecause of that mismatch, the trackpad and keyboard are a wash between these two devices. Dell uses Precision drivers for its giant trackpad, and while HP uses some stellar hardware, those Synaptic drivers have some quirks in certain apps e.g. The opposite is the case for the trackpad, however. The XPS 15's keyboard is good enough to use and has no fatal flaws it's just not that laptop's strength. Keyboard and trackpad no clear winnerįor typing, the HP Spectre x360 has the better keyboard with its 1.5mm of travel, spacious layout, and excellent backlighting. But hey, Dell does have a nifty LED battery meter and Kensington security lock slot, which HP lacks. HP seems to be the overall winner here with a more robust, future-looking port selection. Dell's SD slot allows the card sit halfway in meaning you don't want to leave it in the laptop when transporting it or to extend internal storage. HP gets the nod because HDMI 2.0 lets you get the bandwidth up to 18Gbps and 4K at 60fps.Ī full SD card slot is available on both laptops, which is perfect for photographers and video geeks, but only HP lets you insert the card fully into the chassis. While both laptops have a full HDMI port, HP uses HDMI 2.0 versus Dell's HDMI 1.4 specification. Certainly, the Spectre x360 is more future-proofed. HP also uses that other USB Type-C to charge the Spectre x360 with Fast Charge to boot. The key difference is Dell only has two PCIe lanes for its port where HP reportedly uses the full four PCIe lanes giving greater bandwidth. Speaking of USB Type-C both Dell and HP use "full" Thunderbolt 3 specifications on at least one USB Type-C port. The one that is better is the one that you can live with in 2017. HP does the opposite with two USB 3.1 Type-C ports and just one USB Type-A. Dell has two "legacy" USB 3.0 Type-A ports for standard USB peripherals with only one USB 3.1 Type-C. Pen and inking are the future of Microsoft's OS and HP's laptop is front and center.įor USB ports Dell and HP do things a bit differently. Make no mistake that the Spectre x360 will gain more from the Windows 10 Creator's Update due in April than the XPS 15. Like the dual-core versus quad-core distinction, this ability for the HP Spectre x360 to lay flat, or fit on an airplane table to watch a movie is a crucial differentiator. Sure, the XPS 15 has an optional fingerprint reader, but it costs a bit extra ($25) and isn't quite as satisfying. Between these two laptops, the Spectre x360 is the clear winner thanks to an IR camera that allows you to sign in with your face. As Windows Hello grows in popularity, pressure is put on manufacturers to make their devices compatible. ![]()
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