Let's get one thing straight - the Dell XPS 13 Plus is basically a statement piece of technology. It's what happens when engineers decide to throw traditional laptop design out the window and create something that looks like it landed straight from the future. This isn't just another incremental update; this is a complete reimagining of what an ultrabook can be.
When I first unboxed this machine, I knew immediately this wasn't going to be your typical review. Dell has essentially taken everything you thought you knew about laptop design and said, 'Nah, we're doing something different.' And honestly? I'm here for it.
First Impressions: A Design That Turns Heads
The moment you see the XPS 13 Plus, it's ridiculous how clean and minimal this thing looks. Zero bezels, zero compromise - this is a laptop that looks like it was designed by someone who gets frustrated with every other laptop on the market. The zero-lattice keyboard, the capacitive touch function row, the seamless glass trackpad - it's basically tech porn for minimalist design lovers.
Quick Tech Breakdown
- Processor: Intel Core i7-1360P (12 cores, blazing fast)
- Display: 13.4-inch OLED, 4K resolution
- RAM: 32GB (absolute beast mode)
- Storage: 1TB NVMe SSD
- Graphics: Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics
- Ports: 2x Thunderbolt 4
Design: Minimalism Meets Functionality
This laptop is stupid clean. The entire chassis feels like it was carved from a single block of aluminum. No unnecessary lines, no weird protrusions - just pure, uninterrupted surface. The capacitive touch function row is basically magic - it looks like something Apple would design if they were feeling extra innovative.
Performance: A Productivity Beast
Let me tell you something - this machine is fire. The Intel Core i7-1360P is no joke. Whether you're crushing spreadsheets, editing videos, or running multiple complex applications simultaneously, this laptop doesn't even break a sweat. I ran some serious multitasking tests, and this thing laughed in the face of my workflow.
Camera System: Your Virtual Meeting Companion
The 720p webcam is... fine. It's not going to win any cinematography awards, but for Zoom calls and quick meetings, it gets the job done. The dual microphone array is actually pretty crispy, picking up voice clearly even in noisy environments.
Display & Battery: Visual Feast and Endurance
The OLED display is absolutely stunning. Colors pop, blacks are true black, and the 4K resolution makes everything look incredibly sharp. Battery life sits around 8-10 hours depending on your usage - solid for an ultrabook, though not revolutionary.
Honest Drawbacks
Let's keep it 100% real. This laptop isn't perfect. The minimal design means limited ports - you're basically living the dongle life with just two Thunderbolt 4 ports. The keyboard, while beautiful, might take some getting used to with its zero-lattice design. And that price? It's definitely premium territory.
Who Should Buy This?
If you're a creative professional, a developer, or someone who appreciates cutting-edge design and has the budget, this is your dream machine. Power users who want something that looks like it's from 2030 will absolutely love this.
Final Verdict
The Dell XPS 13 Plus is a bold statement. It's not just a laptop; it's a vision of what computing could look like. I'm rating this an 8.5/10 - dope design, excellent performance, with just a few minor compromises.
Full Specifications
- Processor: Intel Core i7-1360P (12 cores, 4.7 GHz max turbo)
- RAM: 32GB LPDDR5
- Storage: 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD
- Display: 13.4-inch OLED, 3840 x 2400 resolution
- Graphics: Intel Iris Xe Graphics
- Battery: 55Whr, up to 10 hours
- Weight: 2.77 lbs
- Thickness: 0.60 inches
- Operating System: Windows 11 Pro
- Connectivity: WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2
- Ports: 2x Thunderbolt 4
