Dell XPS 13 (2025) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"
The Verdict
Dell XPS 13 (2025) and Samsung Galaxy Book4 15" target different priorities. Dell excels with its stunning 13.4-inch OLED display delivering 2560 x 1600 resolution and 400 nits brightness, creating vivid colors and deeper blacks ideal for creative work. Its Intel Core Ultra 7 265V with 8 cores and LPDDR5X RAM provides snappier performance than Galaxy Book4's older 13th-gen Core i7-1355U. Dell's ultrabook design at 2.6 lbs makes it genuinely portable, while Samsung weighs 3.44 lbs and stretches to 15.6 inches. Dell also offers four total ports (two Thunderbolt 4 plus two USB-C) versus Samsung's limited legacy connectivity with just one USB-C. Battery life favors Dell at 14 hours against Samsung's 10 hours. However, Samsung offers better value at $749 versus Dell's $1299, includes HDMI and USB-A for legacy peripherals, and provides a larger screen for desk-bound work. Choose Dell if you need premium portability, cutting-edge display technology, and latest-gen performance. Pick Samsung if budget matters most and you primarily work from one location with older accessories.
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 Samsung Galaxy Book4 15" if…
- →Lightweight at 3.44 lbs with an aluminum build for the price
- →Full-HD display is sufficient for everyday productivity
- →Samsung ecosystem features like Quick Share and Phone Link
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
Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"
Pros
- Lightweight at 3.44 lbs with an aluminum build for the price
- Full-HD display is sufficient for everyday productivity
- Samsung ecosystem features like Quick Share and Phone Link
- 10-hour battery life handles a full school or work day
- HDMI port included — avoids dongles for presentations
Cons
- 60Hz FHD display is unremarkable at the $749 price point
- Only one USB-C and one USB-A port is limiting
- Soldered RAM and SSD — zero upgradeability
- No Thunderbolt or high-speed USB-C
- Integrated graphics only — no discrete GPU option
Full Specifications
| Spec | Dell XPS 13 (2025) | Samsung Galaxy Book4 15" |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 2.6 lbs (1.17 kg) | 3.44 lbs (1.56 kg) |
| Material | Aluminum and woven glass fiber | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 11.63 x 7.84 x 0.57 inches | 14.00 x 8.93 x 0.61 inches |
| Ports | ||
| USB-C ports | 2 | 1 |
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | — |
| HDMI | — | |
| USB-A ports | — | 1 |
| SD card | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 14 hours | Up to 10 hours |
| Capacity | 55 Wh | 54 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13.4 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | OLED | IPS anti-glare |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 300 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5X | 16 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 8 cores (4P + 4E) | 10 cores (2P + 8E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 265V | Intel Core i7-1355U (13th Gen) |
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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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