Dell XPS 13 (2025) vs Framework Laptop 16 (2024, Ryzen 7040)
The Verdict
Dell's XPS 13 excels as an ultraportable with its featherweight 2.6-lb chassis, stunning OLED display at 400 nits, and Intel Core Ultra 7 265V delivering solid everyday performance. Battery life reaches 14 hours,substantial for daily use. Framework's 16-inch model counters with a significantly larger matte IPS screen (2560×1600, 165Hz), superior 165Hz refresh rate for creative work, and exceptional modularity with 6 USB-C ports and expandable storage up to 8TB. AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS offers stronger multicore performance. However, Framework weighs 4.6 lbs with 10-hour battery life, trading portability for capability. Choose the XPS 13 if ultraportability and battery longevity matter most; select Framework 16 if you need creative screen real estate, gaming-friendly refresh rates, and future-proof upgrade pathways.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Dell XPS 13 (2025) if…
- →13.4-inch OLED display with perfect blacks and vivid color
- →Intel Core Ultra 7 with NPU for Copilot+ features
- →Incredibly light at 2.6 lbs in a premium aluminum body
Buy the Framework Laptop 16 (2024, Ryzen 7040) if…
- →Fully modular and user-repairable design
- →Configurable expansion card port system
- →Optional discrete Radeon RX 7700S GPU module
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Dell XPS 13 (2025)
Pros
- 13.4-inch OLED display with perfect blacks and vivid color
- Intel Core Ultra 7 with NPU for Copilot+ features
- Incredibly light at 2.6 lbs in a premium aluminum body
- Two Thunderbolt 4 ports for high-speed peripherals
- Near-borderless InfinityEdge display maximizes screen-to-body ratio
Cons
- Only two USB-C ports — no USB-A, HDMI, or SD card slot
- 60Hz OLED limits smooth scrolling
- Keyboard has controversial zero-travel function row
- Fan noise is noticeable under sustained load
Framework Laptop 16 (2024, Ryzen 7040)
Pros
- Fully modular and user-repairable design
- Configurable expansion card port system
- Optional discrete Radeon RX 7700S GPU module
- User-upgradeable RAM, SSD, keyboard, and bezel
- Strong Linux support and right-to-repair philosophy
Cons
- Expensive once GPU module is added
- Heavier and thicker than mainstream 16-inch laptops
- Battery life modest with discrete GPU
- No Thunderbolt certification (USB4 only)
- Speakers are underwhelming
Full Specifications
| Spec | Dell XPS 13 (2025) | Framework Laptop 16 (2024, Ryzen 7040) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 | Windows 11 Home or Linux |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 2.6 lbs (1.17 kg) | 2.1 kg |
| Material | Aluminum and woven glass fiber | CNC aluminum |
| Dimensions | 11.63 x 7.84 x 0.57 inches | 356.58 x 270.41 x 20.95 mm |
| Ports | ||
| USB-C ports | 2 | 6 |
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 0 |
| HDMI | — | 1 |
| USB-A ports | — | 2 |
| SD card | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 14 hours | Up to 10 hours |
| Capacity | 55 Wh | 85 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13.4 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | OLED | Matte IPS, 16:10 |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 165Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 500 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe (up to 8 TB) |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5X | 16 GB DDR5-5600 (up to 64 GB) |
| Cores | 8 cores (4P + 4E) | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 265V | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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