Laptop Dell XPS 15 9500
Storm Score 90 out of 100
Reviews 3 published
Outlets 3 publications
Top Outlet Digital Trends highest score
% Positive 100% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“Critics praise the Dell XPS 15 9500 for its elegant design, powerful performance and standout display and audio, making it a top choice for creative professionals. Some reviewers note its superior keyboard and trackpad, positioning it as a strong MacBook Pro alternative.”

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Acclaim 90 / 100
Tier Distribution 3 reviews total
67%
33%
0%
Universal Acclaim (90–100): 2 reviews
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 1 reviews
Mixed Reception (<70): 0 reviews

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Premium aluminum and carbon‑fiber chassis
  • 16:10 4K+ display with excellent color accuracy
  • Powerful i7‑10875H CPU and GTX 1660 Ti GPU
  • Wide range of ports including Thunderbolt 3 and SD card slot
  • Large touchpad with improved layout
  • Fast 727 MB/s file transfer speed

Points of Contention

  • Speakers lack richness compared to MacBook Pro
  • SSD speeds not specified
  • Limited Port Selection

Professional Reviews

3 reviews from 3 critics
100
Luke Larsen
Digital Trends

“The Dell XPS 15's elegant design and impressive performance make it an excellent choice for creative professionals.”

Perfect 5/5
90
Andrew E. Freedman
Tom's Hardware

The Dell XPS 15 (9500) delivers a premium experience with a stunning 16:10 display, excellent audio, and strong performance from its 10th Gen Core i7 processor. While the 720p webcam and average SSD speeds are notable drawbacks, the laptop remains an ideal choice for professionals seeking a powerful and portable machine.

Perfect 4.5/5
80
Gordon Mah Ung
PCWorld

“The Dell XPS 15 9500 is finally the MacBook Pro killer it’s always wanted to be, with a gorgeous display, better keyboard and trackpad components, and strong productivity performance.”

Acclaimed 4/5

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