Laptops such as the Razer Blade and the Macbook Pro all promise fantastic performance, though most of the time their battery makes this performance short-lived. With the Dell XPS 13 9380, power and battery are in peak shape. With an all day battery, small bezels and overall strong performance, this laptop goes into our list for Best Touch Screen Laptop and best laptop, even with issues regarding the port selection and storage.
Why We Like It – Dell XPS 13 9380
Long lasting and durable, the Dell XPS 13 9380 stands out from the competition. A carbon fiber construction and high end materials ensure this laptop lasts a while.
- Small bezels, still has a webcam
- Overall strong performance
- Long battery life
- Weak port selection
- No storage upgrade options.
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Power/Performance
Featuring Windows Hello out of the box, the Dell XPS 13 9380 does more than any non touch laptop can. Fitted with an Intel core i5, this laptop can go head to head with the XPS 13 2 in 1 and still break even.
Battery
Even with offering a full HD picture and touch screen capabilities, the Dell XPS 13 9380 can easily outlast the Lenovo Yoga C940.Certain compromises were made, including having the Core i5 instead of the Intel Core i7, further enhancing the battery life while still having better performance than the Core i3. Including the touch display, the Dell XPS 13 9380 can last the whole day.
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Ports/Expandability
The Dell XPS 13 9380 comes equipped with two Thunderbolt 3 ports, USB C, and a microSD slot. A nice touch is that both the Thunderbolt and USB C ports can be used to both charge and display the screen. However it is noticeable that there are no USB A ports. For those who need a more diverse port selection, the LG Gram 15 should fit your needs.
Build Quality
It’s astonishing what the Dell XPS 13 9380 can bring to the table regarding its design. Durable yet lightweight, the near bezel less design still finds a way to squeeze in a webcam in the 13.3 inch laptop, allowing the XPS 13 to easily make video calls. Granted it’s still an ultra thin laptop, but as long as you have it in a carrying case, customers should feel fine carrying the XPS 13.
Value
One thing to note if you intend on purchasing the Dell XPS 13 9380, there is no option to upgrade both the memory and the storage. Meaning outside of hard drives, there is no other way to hold more storage. This may be an inconvenience to those who use large files daily. In that regard, the LG Gram 15 may be a more suitable option for you.
Dell XPS 13 9380 Wrap Up
Despite issues with USB types and upgrade options, the Dell XPS 13 9380 is a powerhouse that deserves the attention of all who are looking for a new laptop. A long battery life, bezel less screen, and strong performance make this laptop one to keep an eye on should you be in the market for a new laptop that can do it all.
