Dell XPS 15 (2024) vs HP Spectre x360 16 (2024)
The Verdict
Both 2024 flagships deliver premium OLED experiences with Intel's latest Core Ultra 7 processors, but they prioritize different strengths. Dell's XPS 15 offers superior display sharpness with 3456x2160 resolution on its 15.6-inch OLED panel versus HP's 2880x1800 on 16 inches, plus it includes 32GB RAM and SD card support standard. HP counters with a faster 120Hz refresh rate, larger screen real estate, double the storage (1TB vs 512GB), and the convertible x360 hinge for versatility. Weight and thickness slightly favor Dell at 1.86kg. Battery life edges to Dell at 13 hours claimed. For creative professionals demanding pixel density and maximum RAM, XPS 15 excels; for multimedia consumption and tablet-mode flexibility, Spectre x360 wins. Value-wise, Dell's superior base specs justify the lower price. Choose XPS 15 for productivity-first workflows, Spectre x360 for hybrid flexibility.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Dell XPS 15 (2024) if…
- →Gorgeous 3.5K OLED touchscreen with vivid colors
- →32 GB RAM standard at this price tier
- →Premium CNC aluminum chassis
Buy the HP Spectre x360 16 (2024) if…
- →Gorgeous 2.8K OLED display with 120Hz refresh
- →Premium gem-cut aluminum design with 360-degree hinge
- →Excellent 9 MP webcam with auto-framing
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Dell XPS 15 (2024)
Pros
- Gorgeous 3.5K OLED touchscreen with vivid colors
- 32 GB RAM standard at this price tier
- Premium CNC aluminum chassis
- Includes USB-A and HDMI alongside Thunderbolt
- Upgradeable SSD and memory
Cons
- OLED display can exhibit burn-in over time
- Base model ships with integrated Iris Xe graphics only
- Battery drains faster with OLED on
- Runs warm under sustained load
- Fan noise noticeable during CPU-heavy tasks
HP Spectre x360 16 (2024)
Pros
- Gorgeous 2.8K OLED display with 120Hz refresh
- Premium gem-cut aluminum design with 360-degree hinge
- Excellent 9 MP webcam with auto-framing
- Includes Thunderbolt 4 plus HDMI and full-size USB-A
Cons
- Heavy at over 2.1 kg for a convertible
- Battery life modest given the 83 Wh capacity
- Premium price for the configuration
- Limited discrete GPU options for creative pros
Full Specifications
| Spec | Dell XPS 15 (2024) | HP Spectre x360 16 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.86 kg | 2.19 kg |
| Material | CNC machined aluminum | CNC aluminum |
| Dimensions | 344.4 x 230.1 x 18.0 mm | 357 x 248 x 19.5 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB-C ports | — | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 13 hours mixed use | Up to 12 hours |
| Capacity | 86 Wh | 83 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | OLED touch | OLED touchscreen |
| Resolution | 3456 x 2160 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB NVMe | 1 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 32 GB LPDDR5x | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) | 16 cores |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | 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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