Dell XPS 13.4" 9310 Platinsilber 2020
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Snapshot
The 30-Second Version
A gorgeous, featherweight ultrabook with a screen that still impresses, but the aging CPU and weak graphics make it a tough sell at anything but the lowest price. Buy it for the portability, not the performance.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Stunning 500-nit touchscreen with anti-reflective coating 93rd
- Incredibly compact and light at 1.27kg
- 16GB RAM keeps multitasking smooth
- Premium build quality with carbon fiber palmrest
Cons
- CPU is seriously outdated for the price
- Gaming performance is nearly nonexistent
- Only 512GB storage, and it's not user-upgradeable
- Port selection is limited, 19th percentile in our database
The proof
Performance
The i7-1185G7 with 16GB of LPDDR4X handles everyday tasks fine, but it sits in the 26th percentile for CPU performance in our database. That's rough for a machine that once cost a premium. The Iris Xe graphics are integrated, so gaming is basically a no-go, our data puts it at a 7 out of 100 for gaming. The 512GB NVMe SSD is solid but middle of the pack. What surprised us most is how well the compact design holds up, it's in the 93rd percentile for portability, which is genuinely impressive even by today's standards.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Processor
| CPU | Intel Core i7 1185G |
| Cores | 4 |
| Frequency | 3.0 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB |
Graphics
| GPU | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Type | Integrated |
| VRAM Type | Shared |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 512 GB |
| Storage Type | NVMe SSD |
Display
| Size | 13.4" |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 (Full HD) |
| Panel | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 500 nits |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 |
Physical
| Weight | 1.3 kg / 2.8 lbs |
| OS | Windows 10 Pro |
vs Competition
The MacBook Pro M4 Max absolutely destroys this thing in performance, but it's also in a completely different price bracket. The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 is the better pick if you want any gaming capability at all. The Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 is a smarter buy for business users who need reliability and ports. Honestly, the XPS 9310 only wins if portability and screen quality are your absolute top priorities and you find it at the low end of that price range.
| Spec | Dell XPS 13.4" 9310 | Apple MacBook Pro M4 Max | ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 GA403WW-G14.R95080 | Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 | HP OMEN Transcend | MSI Raider RAIDERGE6814247 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core i7 1185G | Apple M4 Max | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H | Intel Core i9 14900HX |
| RAM (GB) | 16 | 64 | 32 | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Storage (GB) | 512 | 4096 | 2000 | 2048 | 1024 | 2048 |
| Screen | 13.4" 1920x1080 | 14.2" 3024x1964 | 14" 2880x1800 | 16" 2560x1600 | 14" 2880x1800 | 16" 3840x2160 |
| GPU | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Apple (40-Core) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 |
| OS | Windows 10 Pro | macOS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Weight (kg) | 1.3 | 1.6 | 1.6 | 5 | 1.6 | 2.7 |
| Battery (Wh) | - | 72 | - | - | 71 | 100 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | CPU | GPU | RAM | Ports | Screen | Portability | Storage | Reliability | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dell XPS 13.4" 9310 | 25.7 | 49.1 | 47.7 | 18.6 | 62.1 | 93.3 | 51.7 | 32.8 | 44.8 |
| Apple MacBook Pro M4 Max Compare | 92.3 | 85.1 | 95.9 | 74.6 | 99.2 | 69 | 98.5 | 97.5 | 89.1 |
| ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 GA403WW-G14.R95080 Compare | 88.6 | 94.2 | 91.4 | 90.1 | 96.2 | 74.1 | 88.8 | 59.9 | 98.3 |
| Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 Compare | 96 | 92.3 | 98.6 | 99.7 | 95.4 | 7.2 | 97.3 | 80.7 | 87.3 |
| HP OMEN Transcend Compare | 87.9 | 93 | 90.2 | 90.1 | 96.2 | 72.7 | 66.6 | 32.8 | 97.3 |
| MSI Raider RAIDERGE6814247 Compare | 91.7 | 88.1 | 87 | 98.7 | 97.7 | 9.1 | 94 | 59.9 | 54.6 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Here's the thing, the USD price spread is wild. We're seeing listings from USD 1,111 to USD 1,699 across three US vendors. At the low end, this is a decent deal for a premium ultrabook. At the high end, you're getting fleeced. The CAD 2,501 and EUR 1,860 listings are even harder to justify. If you can snag it near USD 1,111, it's worth considering. Anything above that, walk away.
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Overview
The Dell XPS 9310 is a compact ultrabook that still turns heads, but it's showing its age in 2025. The 13.4-inch 500-nit touchscreen is gorgeous and the 1.27kg build feels premium, but that 11th Gen i7 is a relic compared to what's out now. If you're buying this, you're buying it for the form factor and screen, not the horsepower.
Common Questions
Q: Can this laptop handle gaming?
No. The integrated Iris Xe graphics score a 7 out of 100 for gaming in our database. You can play older indie titles or very light esports at low settings, but anything modern will struggle. If gaming matters, look at the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 instead.
Q: Is the 512GB SSD enough storage?
For most people, yes, but it's tight if you keep a lot of media or large files. The SSD is not user-upgradeable on this model, so you're stuck with what you get. Consider cloud storage or an external drive if you need more space.
Q: How does the battery life hold up?
We don't have specific battery benchmarks for this unit, but the 11th Gen Intel chips are known for mediocre efficiency compared to newer models. Expect a full workday only if you're doing light tasks and keep the brightness reasonable.
Who Should Skip This
If you need any real processing power, this isn't it. Video editors, developers running heavy workloads, or anyone who wants to game should look elsewhere. The MacBook Pro M4 Max or ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 will serve you far better. If you need reliable business performance with good port selection, the Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 is the smarter buy.
Verdict
The XPS 9310 was a great laptop in 2020. In 2025, it's a niche buy. Get it only if you need a super compact Windows machine with a beautiful touchscreen and you find it for around USD 1,111. Otherwise, there are better options for the money.
