% Positive 100% scored 70+
Reviews 2 published
Outlets 2 publications
Top Outlet Windows Central highest score
Category Rank Unranked ranked once it has 3 reviews

Critics' Consensus

AI summary

The Dell XPS 16 (9640) offers a slick design and cutting-edge components ideal for creative pros, though its capacitive buttons and invisible touchpad remain polarizing.

Drawn from reviews by Windows Central and PCMag.

Tier Distribution 2 reviews total
50%
50%
Universal Acclaim (90–100): 1 review
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 1 review
Mixed Reception (<70): none

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Sleek, slim aesthetic and inputs
  • Brilliant 4K OLED touch screen
  • High performance from Intel Core Ultra 7
  • Impressive battery life
  • Luxurious build quality and materials

Points of Contention

  • Expensive price point for configuration
  • Not all design changes are improvements
  • USB-C ports only

Professional Reviews

2 reviews from 2 outlets
90
Rebecca Spear
Windows Central

“You'll either love or hate the capacitive buttons along the top and the invisible touchpad.”

Perfect 4.5/5 Read review
80
Matthew Buzzi
PCMag

“A slick new look and cutting‑edge components make Dell’s XPS 16 a dream for Windows‑bound creative pros and power users—as long as they have the cash for its premium features and build quality.”

Acclaimed 4/5 Read review

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