Dell
The XPS line leads Windows picks at RTINGS and Tom's Guide
- For
- People who need Windows
- Watch out
- Poor webcam on the XPS 13
- Top pick
Dell XPS 13 (2026)
$1,000The 16GB version on Dell's site, which RTINGS recommends over the 8GB one.
- For
- Windows users who want a light, long-lasting laptop
- Why this one
- Value Windows pick at RTINGS and Tom's Guide; touchscreen, about 15 hours of battery
Dell XPS 14 (2026)
$1,700–2,150Base model on Dell's site, from today's sale price to full price.
- For
- Windows users who want more power and screen
- Why this one
- Tom's Guide's best Windows laptop; about twice the XPS 13's price
Sources and verification
Products last verified Nov 2026.
- RTINGS: The 6 Best Laptops For College of 2026 (opens in new tab) · Tested review · checked Oct 2026
- Tom's Guide: The best laptop in 2026 (updated October 2026) (opens in new tab) · Tested review · checked Oct 2026
- Dell: XPS 13 (2026) (opens in new tab) · Official source · checked Oct 2026
- Dell: XPS 14 (2026) (opens in new tab) · Official source · checked Oct 2026