Dell XPS 13 vs Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i

Two Windows ultrabooks that prove you do not need to spend Apple money to get an Apple-quality experience. The Dell XPS 13 has earned its reputation as the gold standard of Windows thin-and-lights through years of refinement — everything from the hinge to the keyboard to the trackpad feels dialed in, and the performance and battery life back up that premium feel with substance. It is the kind of laptop where nothing specifically wows you because everything is just consistently excellent. The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i takes a slightly different approach, putting an OLED display front and center that makes the XPS screen look ordinary by comparison. Colors pop, blacks are absolute, and for anyone who works with photos, watches a lot of content, or simply appreciates a beautiful screen, it is hard to go back. Lenovo also tends to price the Yoga Slim more aggressively, meaning you get that gorgeous display while spending less. Both are essentially the same size and weight, so portability is a complete wash. If you want the most refined overall package, the XPS 13 has earned that reputation. If screen quality and value are your deciding factors, the Yoga Slim 7i is the smarter buy.