Dell XPS 13 Plus (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro

The Verdict

Dell XPS 13 Plus excels as an ultraportable workhorse at 1.24 kg with a sharp 1920x1200 display and Intel Core Ultra 7 155H offering 16 cores for demanding tasks. Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro counters with a larger 16-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display running at 120Hz with 2880x1800 resolution, delivering superior visual quality for creative work. Battery capacity favors Samsung at 76 Wh versus Dell's 55 Wh, translating to claimed 18-hour versus 12-hour runtime. Samsung provides practical connectivity with HDMI, dual USB-C, and SD card support, while Dell strips these entirely. The Galaxy Book5 Pro weighs 320g more at 1.56 kg, making portability a clear Dell advantage. Performance differs significantly: Dell's 155H processor includes 16 cores for multithreading, whereas Samsung's 265V offers only 8 cores but handles everyday tasks efficiently. Both include 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD. At $150 more, Samsung targets creative professionals and those prioritizing screen real estate and battery endurance. Dell suits mobile professionals and those prioritizing minimal weight and thermal design. Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro emerges as the better all-rounder for productivity and media consumption, though Dell XPS 13 Plus wins decisively for on-the-go professionals.