Dell XPS 15 (2023) vs Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
The Verdict
Dell XPS 15 (2023) delivers exceptional value at $1499, pairing a stunning 3456x2160 OLED display with solid 13th-gen Intel performance and impressive 13-hour battery life. Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra commands $900 premium with a larger 16-inch AMOLED screen, higher 120Hz refresh rate, superior Core i9 processor, and doubled RAM (32GB), but disappoints with merely 8-hour battery life and non-expandable storage. For creative professionals prioritizing display quality and longevity, the Samsung edges ahead with its faster refresh rate and performance muscle. However, the Dell's exceptional battery endurance, lower price point, and expandable storage make it the stronger all-rounder. Choose Dell for everyday versatility and value; pick Samsung only if you specifically need the i9's power and 120Hz refresh for gaming or intensive video work.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Dell XPS 15 (2023) if…
- →Gorgeous 3.5K OLED display with perfect blacks and vivid colors
- →86 Wh battery provides solid all-day battery life
- →13th-gen H-series processor with strong sustained performance
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra if…
- →Gorgeous 16-inch 2.8K AMOLED 120Hz display with vivid colors
- →NVIDIA RTX 4070 Laptop GPU handles creative and gaming workloads
- →Under 4 lbs — lightweight for a 16-inch laptop with discrete GPU
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Dell XPS 15 (2023)
Pros
- Gorgeous 3.5K OLED display with perfect blacks and vivid colors
- 86 Wh battery provides solid all-day battery life
- 13th-gen H-series processor with strong sustained performance
- SD card reader is a welcome inclusion for photographers
- Compact footprint for a 15.6-inch laptop
Cons
- No USB-A or HDMI ports — USB-C/Thunderbolt only
- Discrete GPU (RTX 4050/4060) models are significantly more expensive
- 4.23 lbs is heavier than many 15-inch competitors
- OLED display limited to 60Hz — no high-refresh option
- Palmrest can get warm during extended CPU-heavy tasks
Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Pros
- Gorgeous 16-inch 2.8K AMOLED 120Hz display with vivid colors
- NVIDIA RTX 4070 Laptop GPU handles creative and gaming workloads
- Under 4 lbs — lightweight for a 16-inch laptop with discrete GPU
- Seamless Samsung ecosystem integration with Galaxy phones and tablets
- Excellent keyboard with 1.5 mm key travel and good feedback
Cons
- $2,399 is steep and competes directly with MacBook Pro 16
- 76 Wh battery drains faster on AMOLED — expect 6-7 hours in practice
- Soldered RAM and SSD limit upgradeability
- Samsung software bloatware is annoying to clean up
- No OLED brightness matching Apple's XDR 1600-nit HDR peak
Full Specifications
| Spec | Dell XPS 15 (2023) | Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 4.23 lbs (1.92 kg) | 3.95 lbs (1.79 kg) |
| Material | CNC machined aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 13.56 x 9.06 x 0.73 inches | 13.99 x 9.86 x 0.65 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB-C ports | 2 | 2 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB-A ports | — | 1 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 13 hours | Up to 8 hours |
| Capacity | 86 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | OLED anti-reflective | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 3456 x 2160 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 | 32 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 14 cores (6P + 8E) | 14 cores (6P + 8E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core i7-13700H (13th Gen) | Intel Core i9-13900H (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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