Dell redesigns the XPS 13 2-in-1: Intel's 10nm Ice Lake, better keyboard and webcam

[onetheycallEric]

In brief: Dell has revealed its new XPS 13 2-in-1 convertible that will feature Intel's 10nm Ice Lake-U processors, alongside a new keyboard design and updated display. Dell has also fixed a big issue found the previous model: the webcam will now be placed in the top bezel rather than beneath the screen.

At Computex 2019, Dell has announced a redesigned XPS 13 2-in-1 sporting Intel's long awaited 10th Gen Ice Lake processors. The new convertible will be among the first to adopt Intel's new Ice Lake U-series of processors, bringing with it an 18 percent IPC increase. Intel's new 10nm Ice Lake chips will eventually replace existing Cannon Lake and Whiskey Lake mobile chips. This upgrade will have Dell incorporate fans for this model, unlike the fanless design found on the previous XPS convertible.

The overhauled XPS 13 2-in-1 will also employ Dell's MagLev keyboard, aimed at giving the keys a more tactile feel. Dell's MagLev makes use of magnets to make the keys feel stronger and snappier, despite the 0.7mm of travel distance. Other highlights include a redesigned display and better webcam placement.

The XPS 13 2-in-1 uses a 13.4" screen with a 16:10 aspect ratio. The display comes in 4K or FHD resolutions, both rated for 500 nits of brightness. The webcam will also now be incorporated into the top bezel, doing away with the ill-received "chin" cam.

The new XPS 13 2-in-1 will ship with options for Ice Lake Core i3, i5, or i7 models. Additionally, it can be configured with up to 32GB of RAM and a 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD. Dell did not divulge an exact launch date outside of later this year, but the XPS 13 2-in-1 will start at $999.99.

Just announced! With over 1 billion colors, the InfinityEdge HDR display on the new #DellXPS 13 2-in-1 will leave you awestruck. Follow along the #DellExperience at #Computex2019 for all the upcoming details! pic.twitter.com/hq2duTUztr

— Dell (@Dell) May 28, 2019

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[neeyik]

This or a Surface Pro? This or a Surface Pro? This or a Surface Pro? Why can't everything be rubbish but only one thing be great... be so much easier...

 

[Lew Zealand]

Get the Dell. We have has a string of problems with our Surface Pros from the 3 through the 5 models and while the Dells have not been problem-free, the rate of issues in the Dell Latitudes is about 1/4 the Surfaces. This is with about 15 Surfaces and over 100 Dells. Though now that I mention it, we haven't had a Surface-specific problem in a few months now.

 

[yRaz]

Get the Dell. We have has a string of problems with our Surface Pros from the 3 through the 5 models and while the Dells have not been problem-free, the rate of issues in the Dell Latitudes is about 1/4 the Surfaces. This is with about 15 Surfaces and over 100 Dells. Though now that I mention it, we haven't had a Surface-specific problem in a few months now.

If you don't mind me asking, what do you use these devices for?

 

[Lew Zealand]

If you don't mind me asking, what do you use these devices for?

I work in IT and all these are managed laptops for users who do a variety of office and creative work. The Surfaces manage well which is nice, just the occasional weird behavior things like shutting down and not starting up again until you do a hard reset (Power & Volume Down for 15+ seconds, IIRC), the lack of ports, and the fact that *nobody* uses it as a tablet. Everyone uses it as a laptop.

So get a laptop!

 

[yRaz]

I work in IT and all these are managed laptops for users who do a variety of office and creative work. The Surfaces manage well which is nice, just the occasional weird behavior things like shutting down and not starting up again until you do a hard reset (Power & Volume Down for 15+ seconds, IIRC), the lack of ports, and the fact that *nobody* uses it as a tablet. Everyone uses it as a laptop.

So get a laptop!

To be more specific, what kind of usage do these devices see? Are they used professionally or tossed around like by a kid who's parents will buy them a new one?

I love my Android tablets and even have type covers for many of them. I like using them as a tablet when I'm in a cab or on a plane but like how I CAN do some serious typing if I sit down somewhere comfortable for awhile.

I have been eying the surfaces for awhile because I want a TABLET that is also a LAPTOP. Not a laptop that is also a tablet if that makes any sense.

 

[Mr Majestyk]

16:10 am I dreaming? This would move it way up near the top of devices I will check out. Please do this for all the XPS range Dell

 

[madboyv1]

16:10 am I dreaming? This would move it way up near the top of devices I will check out. Please do this for all the XPS range Dell

Yeah, when I saw the mention of a 16:10 panel when reading about it on another site, my heart skipped a beat.

 

[Lew Zealand]

To be more specific, what kind of usage do these devices see? Are they used professionally or tossed around like by a kid who's parents will buy them a new one?

I love my Android tablets and even have type covers for many of them. I like using them as a tablet when I'm in a cab or on a plane but like how I CAN do some serious typing if I sit down somewhere comfortable for awhile.

I have been eying the surfaces for awhile because I want a TABLET that is also a LAPTOP. Not a laptop that is also a tablet if that makes any sense.

Ah, sorry. Generally they're treated well as we support mostly professional staff so I really haven't seen one incur much damage other than the occasional water (or wine...) spill.

IMO the problem with the Surface for day to day use is it's too heavy to be a tablet, those really need to be about 1lb naked, and 1.5lb or so with a type cover. Maybe the smaller Surface Go might be OK but I've only seen one of those come through here and didn't get time to use it.

IMO the ergonomics of a laptop's attached keyboard completely outweighs the Surface's tablet mode as needing to pop out and accommodate the Surface's kickstand on your lap is a big annoyance. The laptop form factor really is perfect for laptop keyboard use. A 2-in-1 like this Dell may be the best compromise of tablet and laptop but I'd pay a lot of attention to the weight for tablet mode use.

And of course you have Android v. Windows. You may find one to be compellingly better than the other for your uses.

 

[yRaz]

And of course you have Android v. Windows. You may find one to be compellingly better than the other for your uses.

TBH, I would just want a Linux tablet. First thing I would do is put Linux mint on it.