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The system is powered by 3rd generation Intel Core processors, with a choice between the Core 5 320 and the Core Ultra 7 355. A key difference between the two configurations is the performance of the Neural Processing Unit (NPU). The Core Ultra version delivers 49 TOPS, meeting the requirements for Copilot+ PC certification, while the standard Core model offers 16 TOPS.

Users can configure the device with LPDDR5X-7467 memory from 8GB to 32GB. Storage options include PCIe Gen4 SSDs with capacities of 256 GB, 512 GB or 1 TB. The internal components are housed in a CNC-machined aluminum housing, which is available in “Sky” and “Storm” versions.

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Display and multimedia specifications

The XPS 13 has a 13.4-inch InfinityEdge touchscreen with a resolution of 2560 x 1600. The panel uses a variable refresh rate between 30 and 120 Hz and achieves a peak brightness of 500 nits. For color accuracy and HDR content, the display supports 100% DCI-P3, DisplayHDR 400 and Dolby Vision.

Multimedia features include a 1080p IR camera compatible with Windows Hello and a four-speaker system with Dolby Atmos support.

Connectivity and power management

Depending on the processor selected, the laptop is equipped with either two Thunderbolt 4 ports or two USB Type-C ports. Both configurations support DisplayPort 2.1 and Power Delivery. The device also integrates the latest wireless standards, including Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0.

Battery life is ensured by a 52 Wh battery, which according to Dell enables up to 17 hours of video streaming. The system also supports ExpressCharge 1.0 for faster charging times.

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XPS 13 prices and availability

The XPS 13 is being launched with a tiered pricing structure. A special price of 599 US dollars applies for students, while the regular retail price is 699 US dollars.