Is the XPS 17 worth it?

Updated for 2021 with Intel’s 11th Generation “Tiger Lake” processors and Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 30 Series GPUs, the Dell XPS 17 is the best big-screen content-creator laptop you can buy if money is no object. Otherwise, it’s hard to go wrong with the ultra-modern chassis and gorgeous 4K display that the XPS 17 offers.

How powerful is the Dell XPS 17?

With a 45W Intel Core i7-11800H processor, an RTX 3060 GPU and 32GB of RAM, the Dell XPS 17 is powerful enough to run modern AAA games, in addition to productivity workloads. We tested it against the Razer Blade Pro 17, a gaming laptop with a Core i7-10875H CPU and an RTX 3070 GPU.

Can I game on the XPS 17?

Overall, with a model that has the specs we recommend above, the Dell XPS 17 is a good laptop for gaming. It can handle most modern titles well with respectable frame rates, though you may find that you’ll need to turn some settings down a bit to maintain a perfect 60 FPS gaming experience.

Is Dell XPS 17 a workstation?

Dell XPS 17: Specs and features It is a workstation, but one that leans into the prosumer and premium angle instead of pure business. For mid-2021, Dell has added options for Intel 11th Gen H-series processors (up from 10th Gen) and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30xx GPUs instead of last year’s RTX 20xx series.

Can you add RAM to XPS 17?

Finally, you’re going to need the actual RAM and/or SSD you want to install in the laptop. Remember, the Dell XPS 17 has two SODIMM slots for RAM and two M. 2 SSD slots, and you can upgrade just one or both.

What is the battery life of the Dell XPS 17?

17 hours
Dell XPS 17 9700/Battery Life

Is XPS 17 a touch screen?

I have the touchscreen model with a 97Wh battery, which is 5.53 pounds. That’s over a pound heavier than the XPS 15, so, again, that’s the price of the extra screen. The XPS 17 is made of aluminum, carbon fiber, and Gorilla Glass 6.

How long does Dell XPS 17 last?

9 hours and 4 minutes
Dell XPS 17: Battery life For a massive, powerful laptop with a 4K display, the XPS 17 lasts impressively long on a charge. Dell’s notebook endured for a long 9 hours and 4 minutes on our battery test, which consists of continuous web surfing over Wi-Fi.

Is XPS for gaming?

And, while the GTX 1650 Ti is technically a gaming GPU, the Dell XPS 15 is definitely not a gaming laptop, and the thin and light chassis design doesn’t really extend itself to extended gaming sessions where heat could potentially cause performance issues. This laptop is clearly not built for that.

How many SSD slots does the Dell XPS 17 have?

.2 SSD slots
Remember, the Dell XPS 17 has two SODIMM slots for RAM and two M. 2 SSD slots, and you can upgrade just one or both.

Can you upgrade graphics card on XPS 17?

As has been said, you CANNOT upgrade the GPU on the XPS 17. In fact, even on the rare system that is upgradable, the upgrades are limited because the interface standard keeps changing, and there is likely another one soon to emerge. For mild/casual gaming, the XPS 17 is plenty with the 555m.

What are the Core i5 options for the Dell XPS 17?

Core i5 models rely on Intel integrated graphics. You can also configure an XPS 17 with 8GB, 16GB, or our review unit’s 32GB of memory. Storage options include 512GB, 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB solid-state drives.

Is the Dell XPS 17 9710 the best 17-inch laptop?

The first generation XPS 17 9700 was one of the best-looking 17-inch laptops with Core-H and GeForce RTX graphics, but it had some under-the-hood peculiarities that needed to be ironed out. The new XPS 17 9710 addresses the underlying issues while boosting performance by quite the margin.

How much does the Dell XPS 17 2021 cost?

The Dell XPS 17 2021 is available now, starting at $1,549 (£1,649, about AU$2,110). That configuration will get you an 11th-generation Intel Core i5-11400H, 8GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD and a 17-inch 1200p display. Of course, you can upgrade basically every component to a more powerful version, and we would definitely recommend you do so.

How do I upgrade my Dell XPS 17?

You can upgrade the Dell XPS 17 as well, which should let you save a bit up front. All you need to do to open it up is remove 8 hex screws on the bottom of the laptop and pry off the bottom of the case. It’s a bit of a pain the first time around, but you should be able to get into the laptop sooner or later.