Dell Unveils $699 Laptop with Features 'You Won't Find on a MacBook Neo'
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- #Dell XPS 13
- #Tech Announcement
- Dell's new XPS 13 starts at $699 for the public and $599 for students, undercutting the MacBook Neo, which is $100 more.
- The XPS 13 boasts six exclusive features over the MacBook Neo: touch screen, backlit keyboard, faster USB-C port, Wi-Fi 7, Windows Hello, and four speakers.
- Display specs include a 120Hz refresh rate and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, compared to the MacBook Neo's 60Hz and sRGB coverage, offering Retina-like quality.
- Base model includes 8GB RAM, 512GB storage (256GB later), Intel Core Series 3 processor, with upgrades to Core Ultra Series 3, up to 32GB RAM, and 1TB storage.
- Design: XPS 13 is 12.7mm thin (same as MacBook Neo) but lighter at 2.2 pounds, making it the thinnest and lightest XPS ever; it has two fans vs. MacBook Neo's fanless design.
- Availability: Base model launching soon in Sky and Storm finishes, with Storm available later this summer; Dell emphasizes competition and commitment to accessible premium quality.