Dell 15.6" XPS 15 9530 Notebook Review
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The Dell XPS 15 continues its reign as a benchmark for premium Windows notebooks, and the 9530 model is a testament to that legacy. It packages excellent performance from its Intel CPU and NVIDIA GPU options into a familiar, sleek aluminum and carbon fiber chassis. The main attraction remains the spectacular display, particularly the OLED variant, which delivers a world-class viewing experience for creative work. It is a machine that feels solid, looks professional, and has the power to handle demanding photo and video editing tasks without breaking a sweat in most scenarios.
However, the iconic design is beginning to show its age. The XPS 15 has used this same fundamental chassis for several years, and its weaknesses are becoming more apparent as competitors evolve. The 720p webcam is simply unacceptable on a premium laptop in the current market. Under sustained heavy loads, the system's thermal management can struggle to keep up, leading to performance throttling. Furthermore, the port selection is purely modern, meaning you will need to carry a dongle or hub for any USB-A, HDMI, or Ethernet connections. It is a fantastic machine, but it is no longer the undisputed champion it once was.
- Stunning 3.5K OLED display option
- Excellent performance for creative applications
- Premium build quality and iconic design
- Large, responsive trackpad and comfortable keyboard
- Powerful speakers for a laptop
- Outdated 720p webcam
- Can experience thermal throttling under heavy, sustained loads
- Limited port selection requires dongles for legacy peripherals
- Design has remained unchanged for several years
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About this product
The Dell 15.6" XPS 15 9530 Notebook offers a balance of power and portability, with a 13th Gen Intel Core i7-13620H processor, 16GB DDR5 RAM, and a 1TB NVMe PCIe SSD. It features a 15.6" 1920 x 1200 IPS anti-glare display and Intel Arc A370M Graphics for sharp visuals and strong performance in creative applications and media consumption.
Specs
- CPU
- 10-Core: 2.4 to 4.9 GHz Performance (6 Cores); 1.8 to 3.6 GHz Efficiency (4 Cores)
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax); Dual-Band (2.4 & 5 GHz)
- Webcam
- User-Facing: 720p
- Weight
- 4.22 lb / 1.91 kg
- Keyboard
- Built-In Chiclet-Style Keyboard with Backlight
- L3 Cache
- 24 MB
- Security
- Facial Recognition, Fingerprint Reader, Wedge-Shaped Lock Slot
- Audio I/O
- 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Input/Output
- Bluetooth
- 5.3
- Processor
- Intel Core i7-13620H
- RAM Speed
- 4800 MHz DDR5
- Dimensions
- 13.57 x 9.06 x 0.71" / 344.68 x 230.12 x 18.03 mm
- Panel Type
- LCD
- Color Gamut
- 100% sRGB
- Input Power
- 100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
- Network I/O
- No
- Touchscreen
- No
- Aspect Ratio
- 16:10
- Display Size
- 15.6"
- Power Supply
- 130 W with USB-C
- Refresh Rate
- 60 Hz
- VPro Support
- No
- Graphics Type
- Dedicated
- Installed RAM
- 16 GB
- Certifications
- ENERGY STAR
- Contrast Ratio
- 1650:1
- Display Finish
- Anti-Glare / Matte
- Pointing Device
- TouchPad
- Battery Capacity
- 90 Wh
- Operating System
- Windows 11 Pro
- Battery Chemistry
- Lithium-Ion
- Built-In Speakers
- 2x 2 W
- Native Resolution
- 1920 x 1200
- Storage Expansion
- 1x M.2 Slot 2280 [Available]
- Maximum Brightness
- 500 nits / cd/m2
- Operating Humidity
- 10 to 90%
- Storage Drive Type
- 1x 1 TB / M.2 NVMe SSD
- USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2
- 1 (Supports Video Alt Mode and Power Delivery)
- Built-In Microphones
- Yes
- Operating Temperature
- 32 to 95°F / 0 to 35°C
- USB-C (Thunderbolt 4)
- 2
- Viewing Angle (H X V)
- 85 x 85°
- Media/Memory Card Slot
- Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
- Total Installed Storage
- 1 TB
- Variable Refresh Technology
- No
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