XPS 15 Design and Construction

The Dell XPS 15, a high-end laptop-of-choice for creative professionals, features a minimalist CNC-machined aluminum body with a carbon fiber palm rest, 18mm thick and weighing only 1.83kg (non-touch variant). The XPS 15, finished in Platinum Silver with a Black interior, comes with a 15.6-inch display that has ultra-thin bezels and a luxurious build. Although it is not IP-rated, the XPS 15's robustness and quality materials still make it the best option among all XPS 15 models for those who want to do creative work.

• Aluminum and carbon fiber, 18mm thick
• 1.83kg (non-touch model)
• Ultra-thin bezel display
• Fingerprint reader in power button

XPS 15 Display Quality

The XPS 15 comes with a beautiful 15.6-inch screen that can be in 4K UHD+ (3840 x 2400) at 282 PPI or FHD+ (1920 x 1200), both with 500 nits brightness and Gorilla Glass 6. The 4K alternative, which is 100% AdobeRGB and HDR compatible, is a dream for creators thus making the XPS 15 the best laptop for video editing and graphic design. People use it with happiness because of its bright colors and clarity, thus the XPS 15 is still the number one laptop for professionals.

• 4K UHD+ or FHD+, up to 282 PPI
• 500 nits brightness
• 100% AdobeRGB (4K model)
• Gorilla Glass 6

XPS 15 Performance and Software

The XPS 15, powered by Intel Core i5/i7/i9 (up to 10th/11th Gen, 8 cores, 5.3GHz), is equipped with 8GB/16GB/32GB RAM, and 256GB/512GB/1TB SSD storage, which can be extended by M.2 slots. It features NVIDIA GeForce GTX/RTX graphics that are perfect for video editing, 3D rendering, and gaming, and it can outperform many competitors. Using Windows 10/11 Pro, the XPS 15 comes with Dell's Optimizer software for performance tuning, which makes it the best XPS 15 for creative and multitasking users. Benchmark scores are ~600 (Geekbench 5 Single-Core) and ~4500 (Multi-Core).

• Intel Core i5/i7/i9, up to 8 cores
• 8GB/16GB/32GB RAM
• NVIDIA GTX/RTX graphics
• Windows 10/11 Pro

XPS 15 Battery and Charging

The XPS 15’s 56Wh (FHD+) or 86Wh (4K) battery provides up to 13 hours of video playback (FHD+ model) and 8–10 hours in real-world use, ideal for professionals on the go. It supports 130W fast charging via USB-C/Thunderbolt 4, reaching 0–100% in ~2 hours, faster than many laptops in its class. Launched in 2020 at $1299 (base model), the XPS 15 is now available refurbished for $700–$1200, offering unmatched performance for creators seeking a powerful XPS 15 laptop.

• 56Wh/86Wh battery
• Up to 13h video playback (FHD+)
• 130W USB-C charging
• No wireless charging

XPS 15 Pricing Details

Introduced in 2020 at $1299 for the base i5/8GB/256GB model, the XPS 15 remains a premium choice in 2025 for creators and professionals. Refurbished XPS 15 models now range from $700–$1200, depending on specs and display type. Its stunning 4K display, powerful performance, and sleek design make the XPS 15 a top pick for those seeking the best XPS 15 for video editing, graphic design, or multitasking.