Are you looking for a laptop that can do it all, whether you’re at your desk or traveling across the country? The Dell XPS 17 might be your next choice. This massive laptop is a versatile machine that’s enjoyable to use day-to-day and packs strong overall performance. The display is also beautiful and battery life is impressive. While the keyboard is nothing to write home about, we feel the pros far outweigh the cons. Read on to learn more.
SPECS AND FEATURES
The base Dell XPS 17 has an Intel Core i5-12500H processor with integrated graphics, 8GB of RAM, 512GB of storage, and a 1920×1200 display. My review sample packs multiple upgrades, however, including an Intel Core i7-12700H processor, Nvidia RTX 3060 mobile graphics, and a 4K touchscreen.
CPU: Intel Core i7-12700H
Memory: 32GB
Graphics/GPU: Nvidia RTX 3060
Display: 3,840x2,400 IPS Touchscreen
Storage: 1TB SSD
Webcam: 720p with IR camera, dual array microphone
Connectivity: 4× Thunderbolt 4 with DisplayPort Alt Mode and Power Delivery, 1× SDcard reader, 1× 3.5mm combo audio jack
Networking: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2
Biometrics: Fingerprint reader, IR camera
Battery capacity: 97 watt-hours
Dimensions: 14.74×9.76×0.77 inches
Weight: 5.34
MSRP: $1,649 base, $2,799 as tested
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