Dell XPS 15 9530vsGIGABYTE AERO 16

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Dell
Dell XPS 15 9530
XPS 15 9530

Quick Stats

The Dell XPS 15 9530 offers notable performance upgrades, with a 30% increase in graphics performance.
The Dell XPS 15 9530's build quality is impressive, exuding premium feel with solid and sturdy metal construction.
The OLED display is a significant highlight of the Dell XPS 15 9530, delivering stunning visuals.
The Dell XPS 15 9530 features a powerful RTX 4070 GPU and upgradable RAM and SSD.
GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE AERO 16
AERO 16

Quick Stats

The GIGABYTE AERO 16 boasts impressive gaming performance with significant upgrades to its GPU and CPU capabilities overall.
The GIGABYTE AERO 16's improved build is a notable upgrade with a more polished and modern design overall.
The standout display feature offers deep blacks, vibrant colors, and impeccable contrast ratios with some limitations noted.
The GIGABYTE AERO 16 features a revamped port lineup, including USB-C and Thunderbolt ports with HDMI support.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Dell XPS 15 9530
Winner
#167
GIGABYTE AERO 16
#172
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Dell XPS 15 9530
#300
Winner
GIGABYTE AERO 16
#315
Display
Dell XPS 15 9530
#376
Winner
GIGABYTE AERO 16
#386
Performance
Dell XPS 15 9530
#31
Winner
GIGABYTE AERO 16
#40
Build
Dell XPS 15 9530
#544
Winner
GIGABYTE AERO 16
#596
Features
Dell XPS 15 9530
#316
Winner
GIGABYTE AERO 16
#361

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Dell Dell XPS 15 9530
GIGABYTE GIGABYTE AERO 16
up to 512GB
up to 64GB
up to 8000GB SSD
up to 16000GB SSD
Intel Core i9-13900HK
Intel Core i9-12900HK
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Laptop, 50W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti (Laptop, 105W)
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Dell XPS 15 9530

Strengths

Dell XPS 15 9530 is a really nice upgrade if you're looking for a graphics performance increase thanks to the RTX 4070.
The OLED display is still absolutely gorgeous
It still retains the two slots for upgradable RAM and SSD, which is great in this day and age
The audio quality is really good, with quad speakers producing clear sound with good volume and bass

Weaknesses

I wish it had a little bit better camera
There's no redesign to speak of, making it feel like it's still stuck in 2022
You might not need the Core i9 processor for most people, so the Core i7 is a more affordable option
It's still pricey, especially considering the lack of major design changes

GIGABYTE AERO 16

Strengths

The new OLED model utilizing NVIDIA's RTX 40 series is a much better product than its predecessor, with a more pleasing design, improved port lineup, and enhanced performance.
The keyboard feels great to type on, with switches that are 1.5-1.7 millimeters but have enough force for comfortable typing.
The display is gorgeous, with deep blacks, perfect colors, and impeccable contrast ratios.
The laptop runs very cool, thanks to its improved heat management, which keeps the system temperature under control even during intense workloads.

Weaknesses

The battery life may be around 3-4 hours for true hardcore work, which might not be sufficient for some users.
The webcam is 1080P, but there's no high refresh rate option available, which could be a letdown for some creators who also game on the side.
The speakers are not great, being very flat and tinny, making it necessary to use headphones with this laptop.
The touchpad click is very audible and feels cheap, although it's glass and easy to use.
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Dell XPS 15 9530

The Dell XPS 15 9530 is a solid Flagship device for 2023, boasting impressive upgrades in graphics performance and CPU power. The RTX 4070 provides a significant boost, although not quite on par with gaming laptops. A 10% increase in CPU performance over its predecessor is also notable. However, the design remains largely unchanged from last year's model, and a disappointing camera quality holds it back from perfection.

GIGABYTE AERO 16

The GIGABYTE AERO 16 OLED is a revamped edition that addresses last year's issues. Design-wise, it looks similar but now boasts an improved port lineup, making it ideal for creators. The laptop features an aluminum alloy build and weighs around 4.63 pounds. Notable updates include the removal of the lip, enhanced keyboard, and increased port variety. This model utilizes NVIDIA's RTX 40 series, providing a significant gaming performance boost.

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