Dell XPS 13 (2025) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro
The Verdict
Dell XPS 13 excels as an ultraportable with its featherweight 2.6-lb chassis, stunning 13.4-inch OLED display (2560x1600, 400 nits), and Intel Core Ultra 7 265V efficiency. Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro counters with a larger 16-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen (2880x1800, 120Hz, 500 nits), superior 16-core processor (Core Ultra 7 155H), bigger 76Wh battery for longer mixed-use runtime, and practical legacy ports (HDMI, USB-A, SD card). Both offer 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD, but the XPS 13 prioritizes mobility and pristine color accuracy, while the Galaxy Book4 Pro targets power users needing expanded connectivity and screen real estate. For travelers and minimalists, the Dell wins; for creators and productivity-focused users, Samsung's larger format and performance advantage justify the $150 premium.
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 Pro if…
- →Gorgeous Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with vivid color
- →Slim 12.5 mm profile for a 16-inch laptop
- →Excellent Samsung ecosystem integration with Galaxy devices
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 Pro
Pros
- Gorgeous Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with vivid color
- Slim 12.5 mm profile for a 16-inch laptop
- Excellent Samsung ecosystem integration with Galaxy devices
- Good port selection including SD card and HDMI
- Up to 15-hour battery life is class-leading
Cons
- No discrete GPU option on this model
- RAM and SSD are soldered — no upgrade path
- Samsung DeX for PC still limited in scope
- AMOLED display may develop burn-in over time
- Higher price than similarly-specced Windows ultrabooks
Full Specifications
| Spec | Dell XPS 13 (2025) | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 2.6 lbs (1.17 kg) | 1.55 kg |
| Material | Aluminum and woven glass fiber | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 11.63 x 7.84 x 0.57 inches | 355.4 x 227.9 x 12.5 mm |
| Ports | ||
| USB-C ports | 2 | 1 |
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI | — | 1 |
| USB-A ports | — | 2 |
| SD card | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 14 hours | Up to 15 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 55 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13.4 inches | 16.0 inches |
| Type | OLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 500 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5X | 16 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 8 cores (4P + 4E) | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 265V | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
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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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