Dell XPS 13 with Infinity Edge Review

The XPS 13 is a splendid laptop held back by software/firmware issues. Some of the out of the box problems are frankly inexcusable 🙁 Read below for more specifics and checkout the photos of this lovely machine!

Cons:
-Slow wifi speeds due to driver issues
Extreme CPU throttling out of the box
-Generally poor Windows 8/8.1 software experience

Pros:
+Extremely nice form factor and build quality
+Easily upgradeable SSD (instructions here for 512GB upgrade)
+Compares nicely to Apple MacBook
+Reasonable price ($699-$1299 for most configurations)
+Matte or glossy display options

Summary: The XPS 13 would be exceptional if Dell had shipped it with perfectly performing software. As it stands, either Dell/Microsoft/Intel is at fault for issues that mar an otherwise exemplary laptop.

A very attractive laptop

A very attractive laptop

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Elegant top cover, but easily marred

Elegant top cover, but easily marred

The matte display is bright and colorful

The matte display is bright and colorful

XPS13 vs Android phone size comparison

XPS13 vs Android phone size comparison