Dell XPS 16 (2026) vs Framework Laptop 13 Pro
58.1Performance61.1
38.4Display44.9
60Battery78.5
67.5Portability75.9
3 spec wins — Dell XPS 16 (2026)6 spec wins — Framework Laptop 13 Pro
InnoReviews verdict
Framework Laptop 13 Pro wins this laptop face-off, 63.5 to 55.3, pulling ahead mainly in battery (+19) and portability (+8). Dell XPS 16 (2026) still makes sense if its price or standout specs fit your needs better.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the Dell XPS 16 (2026)
- 19% higher Screen size: 16 ″ vs 13.5 ″
- 13% higher Geekbench 6 (multi): 16,943 vs 14,965
Reasons to pick the Framework Laptop 13 Pro
- Stronger performance score: 61 vs 58
- Stronger display score: 45 vs 38
- Stronger battery score: 79 vs 60
- Stronger portability score: 76 vs 68
- 100% higher RAM: 64 GB vs 32 GB
- Lower launch price: $1,499 vs $2,200
Display
| Spec | Dell XPS 16 (2026) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 16 ″+19% | 13.5 ″ |
| Panel type | IPS LCD (3.2K tandem OLED touchscreen optional) | LCD (LTPS, matte anti-glare touchscreen) |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 | 2880x1920 |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 500 nits | 700 nits+40% |
Performance
| Spec | Dell XPS 16 (2026) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra X7 358H | Intel Core Ultra X9 388H |
| Graphics | Intel Arc B390 | Intel Arc B390 (12 Xe3 cores) |
| RAM | 32 GB | 64 GB+100% |
| RAM type | LPDDR5X-9600 (soldered) | LPDDR5X-7467 (LPCAMM2) |
| Storage | 1,024 GB | 2,048 GB+100% |
| Storage type | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD | PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD |
Benchmarks
| Spec | Dell XPS 16 (2026) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6 (single) | 2,903Top 32% | 2,952+2%Top 29% |
| Geekbench 6 (multi) | 16,943+13%Top 28% | 14,965Top 34% |
Battery
| Spec | Dell XPS 16 (2026) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 70 Wh | 74 Wh+6% |
| Web browsing endurance | — | 15.9 h |
| Charging | 100 W | 100 W |
Design
| Spec | Dell XPS 16 (2026) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.74 kg | 1.44 kg+17% |
| Thickness | 15.4 mm+3% | 15.9 mm |
| Material | CNC machined aluminum, Gorilla Glass 3 palm rest | CNC-machined 6063 aluminum |
Connectivity
| Spec | Dell XPS 16 (2026) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 3x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, DisplayPort 2.1, Power Delivery), 3.5mm audio jack | 4x swappable Expansion Cards (USB-C/Thunderbolt 4, USB-A, HDMI, DisplayPort, Ethernet, microSD/SD), 3.5mm combo jack |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 (Intel BE211) |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| Webcam | 8MP (1440p video) + IR camera | 1080p 30fps (9.2MP sensor), privacy switch |
| Biometrics | IR face (Windows Hello) | Fingerprint reader |
Software
| Spec | Dell XPS 16 (2026) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro (Ubuntu 24.04 LTS option available) |
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