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Dell XPS 13 (2025) — Core Ultra 7 · 13.4″ OLED · 1.17 kg
Dell

Dell XPS 13 (2025)

Core Ultra 7 · 13.4″ OLED · 1.17 kg

90
/ 100
From $1,399
VS
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) wins by 6
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) — M4 Max · 16.2″ XDR · Up to 128 GB unified
Apple

MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)

M4 Max · 16.2″ XDR · Up to 128 GB unified

96
/ 100
From $3,499
Specdex verdict

MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Dell XPS 13 (2025) lands at 90 and MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) at 96. That puts MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) ahead by 6 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Dell XPS 13 (2025) if…

  • ✓Best-in-class 13″ OLED panel
  • ✓CNC chassis under 1.2 kg
  • ✓Edge-to-edge keyboard

Pick MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) if…

  • ✓Outstanding battery under load
  • ✓XDR mini-LED display
  • ✓Silent sustained performance
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Performance

MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)

CPU + GPU muscle for demanding work

MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) leads on gpu (90 vs 80).

Battery life

MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)

Unplugged endurance for travel and campus

MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) leads on battery (96 vs 88).

Display

MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)

Panel quality for creative and media work

MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) leads on display (98 vs 96).

Value for money

Dell XPS 13 (2025)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Dell XPS 13 (2025) more score per dollar ($1,399 vs $3,499).

Dell XPS 13 (2025) 90
vs
96 MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)

Score breakdown

Dell XPS 13 (2025)
90
cpu 88
gpu 80
display 96
battery 88
design 95
build 92
portability 0
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)
96
cpu 97
gpu 90
display 98
battery 96
design 0
build 0
portability 88

Specs side-by-side

Dell XPS 13 (2025) versus MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) — full spec comparison
Spec Dell XPS 13 (2025) MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)
Display
13.4″ 2.8K OLED, 60Hz
▲ 16.2″ Liquid Retina XDR, 120Hz
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 7 268V
—
GPU
Intel Arc 140V
—
RAM
16 / 32 GB LPDDR5X
▲ Up to 128 GB unified
Storage
▲ 512 GB / 1 TB / 2 TB
Up to 8 TB SSD
Battery
55 Wh
▲ 100 Wh
Weight
▲ 1.17 kg
2.14 kg
Chip
—
Apple M4 Max (16C CPU / 40C GPU)
Ports
—
3× TB5, HDMI, SDXC, MagSafe 3
OS
—
macOS 15

Dell XPS 13 (2025)

Pros
  • +Best-in-class 13″ OLED panel
  • +CNC chassis under 1.2 kg
  • +Edge-to-edge keyboard
Cons
  • −Function row capacitive (love or hate)
  • −Limited to 2 USB-C ports
  • −Webcam still 720p

MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)

Pros
  • +Outstanding battery under load
  • +XDR mini-LED display
  • +Silent sustained performance
Cons
  • −Premium pricing
  • −Limited gaming library
  • −Ports starboard-heavy

FAQ: Dell XPS 13 (2025) vs MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)

Which is better, Dell XPS 13 (2025) or MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)? +

MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 6. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Dell XPS 13 (2025) worth the price? +

At $1,399, Dell XPS 13 (2025) delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in display.

Is MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) worth the price? +

At $3,499, MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in display.

Does Dell XPS 13 (2025) or MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for performance, Dell XPS 13 (2025) or MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)? +

MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) — leads on gpu (90 vs 80). CPU + GPU muscle for demanding work.

Which is better for battery life, Dell XPS 13 (2025) or MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)? +

MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) — leads on battery (96 vs 88). Unplugged endurance for travel and campus.