Dell XPS 13 Plus (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"

The Verdict

Dell's XPS 13 Plus targets mobile professionals willing to pay premium prices for ultraportability and cutting-edge specs. At 1.24 kg with a 15.3 mm chassis, it's genuinely pocketable and runs Intel's latest Core Ultra 7 155H with 16 cores, delivering noticeably faster performance than Samsung's 10-core i7-1355U. The 13.4-inch InfinityEdge display hits 500 nits brightness with sharper 1920x1200 resolution. Battery life reaches 12 hours, and the dual Thunderbolt 4 ports provide maximum connectivity. However, Samsung's Galaxy Book4 15 offers far better value at $749 versus $1299. Its larger 15.6-inch screen suits productivity tasks, actual USB-A ports (missing entirely on Dell), and HDMI output provide practical connectivity without adapters. Performance gap is real but manageable for everyday tasks; the 10-core i7-1355U handles browsing, documents, and light editing competently. Samsung weighs 320 grams more and brightness drops to 300 nits, minor drawbacks offset by the $550 savings. Choose Dell if ultraportability and absolute performance matter most. Pick Samsung for budget-conscious buyers needing a larger screen and practical ports without premium pricing.