Dell XPS 15 (2024) vs Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Gen 8 14"
The Verdict
Dell XPS 15 positions itself as the premium ultrabook with a larger 15.6-inch OLED display running at 3456 x 2160 resolution, delivering sharper visuals for creative work despite its 60Hz refresh rate. The 16-core Intel Core Ultra 7 155H with 32GB RAM outmatches the Yoga Slim's 14-core i7-13700H with 16GB, providing meaningful performance advantages for multitasking and demanding applications. However, the XPS 15 weighs 1.86kg and measures 18mm thick, making it less portable than the Yoga Slim's featherweight 1.37kg frame and 14.9mm profile. Lenovo's 14-inch display reaches 90Hz refresh rate and offers comparable 400-nit brightness, suitable for everyday productivity. Battery life claims nearly match (13 hours vs 14 hours), though the XPS 15's larger screen and processor likely consume more power in real use. At $1499 versus $999, the price gap is substantial. Choose the XPS 15 if you prioritize creative work, larger screen real estate, and superior processing power for professional tasks. Select the Yoga Slim if portability, battery efficiency on the road, and value matter most for general computing and light content creation.
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 Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Gen 8 14" if…
- →2.8K OLED display at $999 is exceptional value for creators
- →i7-13700H offers strong multithread performance
- →Lightweight at 1.37 kg for a 14-inch OLED ultrabook
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
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Gen 8 14"
Pros
- 2.8K OLED display at $999 is exceptional value for creators
- i7-13700H offers strong multithread performance
- Lightweight at 1.37 kg for a 14-inch OLED ultrabook
- Good port selection with USB-A and HDMI
- Premium aluminum build quality
Cons
- OLED option cuts battery life to around 9 hours
- No Thunderbolt 4 — USB-C ports are USB 3.2
- Soldered RAM cannot be upgraded
- Speakers are average for the price class
- 90Hz instead of 120Hz on the OLED panel
Full Specifications
| Spec | Dell XPS 15 (2024) | Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Gen 8 14" |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.86 kg | 1.37 kg |
| Material | CNC machined aluminum | Aluminum unibody |
| Dimensions | 344.4 x 230.1 x 18.0 mm | 312.2 x 221.4 x 14.9 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 1 |
| SD card | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | — |
| USB-C ports | — | 2 |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 13 hours mixed use | Up to 14 hours (IPS) / 9 hours (OLED) |
| Capacity | 86 Wh | 60 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6 inches | 14 inches |
| Type | OLED touch | OLED |
| Resolution | 3456 x 2160 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 90Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB NVMe | 512 GB / 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 32 GB LPDDR5x | 16 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) | 14-core (6P + 8E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | 13th Gen Intel Core i7-13700H |
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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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