Dell XPS 15 - 2013 (9530)

Overview

Dell XPS 15 - 2023 (9530)

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Price: $1499

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 23 expert reviews

Excellent:

8
Good:

12
Average:

2
Bad:

1

Pros:

High brightness
Good color representation out of the factory
High-quality case

Cons:

Possible scaling problems
Heats up under load

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Last revision on June 16, 2023

Reviewers Liked

High brightness
Good color representation out of the factory
High-quality case
Good touchpad
High performance
Slim, lightweight 15-inch body

Reviewers Didn't Like

Possible scaling problems
Heats up under load
Reflective display
Higher energy consumption compared to predecessor
No Thunderbolt or Ethernet
Lackluster battery life

Expert reviews and ratings

By PC Authority on April 28, 2016 100

Aside from a handful of niggles, and the somewhat disappointing battery life, Dell should be patting itself on the back for delivering yet another top-notch Windows 10 laptop. The XPS 15 is powerful, portable and equipped with all the features...

By NotebookCheck on March 19, 2015 87

Dell XPS 15The Dell XPS 15 is and remains a showpiece. When it comes to the notebook's case and input devices, Dell sets the bar high, but the main focus of attention here is the new 4K display. The resolution isn't the display's only impressive quality...

By APC Magazine on July 29, 2014 70

Still, as videocards go it's quite capable and will happily run your favourite games at lower settings, or let you get in a few hours on your favourite MMO. CPU wise, the XPS 15 has an Intel Core i7 4712HQ that can boost up to 3.3GHz. It's also got 16GB...

By InfoWorld on July 11, 2014 90

With a feel and finish rivaling that of the latest MacBook Pro Retina -- and a display capable of a super-Retina resolution of 3,200 by 1,800 pixels -- Dell's XPS 15 isn't cheap, tiny, or wimpy. If you're willing to pay the price, both in simoleons and...

By Business Computing World on May 15, 2014 90

These days there’s a bewildering amount of computing choice – almost too much in fact. There is an army of desktops, all-in-ones, tablets, Ultrabooks, laptops, phablets… Most of us opt for a type of device that suits our lifestyle and budget, but...

By Notebook Review on May 12, 2014 71

The XPS 15 is Dell's premium 15.6-inch multimedia notebook offering; its hallmark feature is a Quad HD+ (3200 x 1800) screen featuring 10-point touch support. Its chassis is made of carbon fiber and aluminum for the ideal combination of extra strength...

By Expert Reviews on May 02, 2014 60

The Dell XPS 15 is a stunning laptop. It doesn't have the instant visual impact of the diminutive XPS 13, but there's no doubt it's packed plenty of power into a streamlined 15.6in laptop. It marries performance with stylish looks, and it more than...

By V3.co.uk on April 24, 2014 80

The Dell XPS 15 is one of the best laptops we have tested in a long time. It's hard to fault, as its weaknesses – such as the trackpad taking some getting used to and the chassis being prone to scratches – aren't too significant. The real caveat here,...

By Kitguru.net on April 04, 2014 75

The Dell XPS 15 9530 is a great laptop to use. The bright, vibrant and incredibly high resolution screen is truly beautiful to look at, though it does have a major drawback – it is extremely reflective.This makes it very difficult to use in a bright...

By HotHardware on January 23, 2014 75

Have you ever street raced against a sleeper car? That's sort of what Dell has on its hands with the XPS 15 Touch. It looks like an Ultrabook and feels like one too, but hidden inside that unassuming exterior is some seriously fast hardware. Between the...

By Computer Shopper on January 23, 2014 80

This year's Dell XPS 15 is one of the most luxurious laptops we've ever tested, with a super-high-resolution screen that tops even Apple's MacBook Pro With Retina Display. Note, though, that we'd vote for the SSD- rather than our hard-drive-based...

By PC Mag on January 06, 2014 80

With its brilliant screen and serious components, the luxury-minded Dell XPS 15 (9530) is Dell's showcase PC meant to go up against high-end laptop offerings. Unfortunately, its price and battery life keep it from taking the top...

By Digital Trends on December 21, 2013 90

Dell's XPS 15 is a valiant attempt to compete with the best premium notebooks but, ultimately, it falls a bit short. The blame for this lies with the display, which pads the price but doesn't add much to the user experience. Is it sharp? Certainly. But...

By CNET Australia on December 06, 2013 80

The Dell XPS 15 takes on Apple's MacBook Pro with Retina Display in almost every category, even beating it in a few. But for such a hefty investment, a design overhaul is in...

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